Post Offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, due to the observance of Columbus Day. This federal holiday commemorates Italian explorer Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the Americas in 1492. Each year, Columbus Day is celebrated on the second Monday of October, which means mail delivery will not occur on this day.
Columbus Day Overview
The significance of Columbus Day extends beyond Columbus himself. It is also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day, highlighting the history and contributions of Native Americans and other Indigenous communities across the United States.
Impact on Postal Services
As a result of Columbus Day, the United States Postal Service will suspend mail delivery. Consequently, local post offices will also remain closed.
Public Holidays in 2023
Columbus Day marks the eighth postal holiday of the calendar year. The complete list of postal holidays for 2023 includes:
- New Year’s Day – January 1
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 20
- Presidents Day – February 17
- Memorial Day – May 26
- Juneteenth National Independence Day – June 19
- Independence Day – July 4
- Labor Day – September 1
- Columbus Day – October 13
Looking ahead, postal services will also be affected on:
- Veterans Day – November 11
- Thanksgiving Day – November 27
- Christmas Day – December 25
Normal mail operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14. Be sure to plan accordingly to avoid any disruption in your mail delivery around this holiday.
