Post Office Columbus Day schedule
Are Post Offices Open on Columbus Day 2026?
Columbus Day 2026 is Monday, October 12, 2026. Columbus Day is a U.S. federal holiday observed on the second Monday in October.
Quick Answer
Post offices are generally closed on Columbus Day because it is a federal holiday.
USPS regular mail delivery is usually not available, though Priority Mail Express may still operate in limited cases. Local lobby, PO Box, kiosk, and drop box access can vary.
- Last updated:
- July 2026
- Reviewed by:
- DayTodayUSA Editorial Team
- Sources:
- USPS, DayTodayUSA holiday schedule data
Local Post Office access, kiosks, and shipment handling can vary by facility and service type.
Are Post Offices Open on Columbus Day 2026?
Post Office retail counters are generally closed on Monday, October 12, 2026, for Columbus Day. Local building access can still vary, so check your local Post Office before visiting.
Columbus Day 2026 Post Office Status
Retail counters, regular mail delivery, kiosks, and online tools do not always follow the same availability.
Post Office retail counters
Post Office retail locations are generally closed on Columbus Day.
Regular USPS mail delivery
Regular USPS mail delivery is usually not available on Columbus Day.
USPS.com
Online tools such as tracking, stamps, labels, pickups, ZIP Code lookup, and location search may still be available.
Self-service kiosks
Kiosk, lobby, and PO Box access can vary by building and local access rules.
Priority Mail Express
Priority Mail Express may still operate in limited cases, but holiday handling can differ by shipment.
Tuesday, October 13
Post Office retail counters are generally expected to reopen after the holiday, but local hours can vary.
Is USPS Delivering on Columbus Day 2026?
USPS regular mail delivery is usually not available on Columbus Day. Priority Mail Express may still operate in limited cases, so check USPS tracking for shipment-specific information.
What Post Office Services Are Unavailable?
Retail counter services are generally unavailable when Post Offices are closed. That can affect in-person postage purchases, retail package acceptance, passport appointments, money orders, and other counter services.
What About Self-Service Kiosks and Online USPS Tools?
USPS.com tools may still be available for tracking, labels, stamps, ZIP Code lookup, pickups, and location search. Self-service kiosks, lobby access, PO Box access, and drop boxes can vary by location.
Is Columbus Day Also Indigenous Peoples' Day?
Some states, cities, schools, and local offices observe Indigenous Peoples' Day on the same date. The federal holiday name remains Columbus Day, and federal holiday schedules may still affect USPS and Post Office operations.
What Should You Do Before the Holiday?
- Visit a Post Office before Columbus Day if you need counter service.
- Check USPS tracking for any package already in transit.
- Confirm local lobby, PO Box, kiosk, or drop box access before visiting.
- Plan for regular Post Office counter service after the holiday.
FAQ
Is the post office closed on Columbus Day?
Yes. Post Office retail counters are generally closed on Columbus Day because it is a federal holiday.
Are post offices closed for Indigenous Peoples' Day?
Some places observe Indigenous Peoples' Day on the same date. The federal holiday name remains Columbus Day, and Post Offices generally follow the federal holiday schedule.
Does USPS deliver on Columbus Day?
Regular USPS mail delivery is usually not available on Columbus Day. Check tracking for shipment-specific details.
Can I use USPS self-service kiosks on Columbus Day?
Maybe. Self-service kiosk and lobby access can vary by location and building rules.
Will post offices reopen the day after Columbus Day?
Post Office retail counters are generally expected to reopen after the holiday, but local hours can vary.
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Are post offices open today?
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Is USPS delivering today?
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Is USPS delivering on Columbus Day 2026?
Review regular mail and Priority Mail Express guidance.
Are banks open on Columbus Day 2026?
Check branch, ATM, online banking, and payment timing.
Is today a federal holiday?
See whether federal offices are generally closed.
What holiday is today?
Compare federal, USPS, bank, and market calendars.
Sources
- USPS Holidays and Events
- DayTodayUSA USPS and federal holiday schedule data for 2026.