If you have the day off on Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth, you might be wondering if you will be able to cross a few errands off your to-do list.
The nation will be celebrating its youngest federal holiday, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
The day, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, rose to national prominence in 2020 amid nationwide protests against ongoing racial inequities, sparked in part by the police killings of Breonna Taylor and George Floyd.
Here’s a reminder about which businesses and services will be operational on the holiday in 2025.
Is the post office open on Juneteenth?
The U.S. Postal Service closes for 11 federal holidays, including Juneteenth.
The U.S. Postal Service closes for 11 federal holidays, including Juneteenth. The Postal Service will not deliver regular packages or mail on the holiday, but some services, like those online, are available every day of the year, according to the Postal Service’s website.
Is FedEx open on Juneteenth?
A pedestrian walks by a parked FedEx delivery truck on March 21, 2024 in San Francisco, California.
All of FedEx’s services will be open Juneteenth, according to the company.
Is UPS open on Juneteenth?
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 12: A UPS delivery truck drives through in intersection on June 12, 2023 in San Francisco, California.
UPS delivery and pickup services will be operational and UPS Store locations will be open on Juneteenth, according to the UPS website.
Are banks open on Juneteenth?
The Rehoboth Beach branch of Chase Bank on Coastal Highway celebrated its ribbon-cutting on January 31, 2024.
Most banks follow the U.S. Federal Reserve System’s holiday schedule, which observes Juneteenth and means banks will be closed on June 19. Most ATMs may still be used for transactions.
Is Trader Joe’s open on Juneteenth?
The sign atop the Trader Joe’s location at the Christiana Fashion Center.
Trader Joe’s will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth.
Is Walmart open on Juneteenth?
A sign hangs near a Walmart store on May 14, 2024 in Miami, Florida.
Walmart stores will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth, but it doesn’t hurt to check with your nearest location before heading out.
Is Food Lion open on Juneteenth?
Food Lion stores will be open during normal hours on Juneteenth.
Is Costco open on Juneteenth?
The Christiana Costco is the only Costco in Delaware. It opened in 1998.
Costco will be open on Juneteenth, according to the store’s website.
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Is Aldi open on Juneteenth?
The exterior of the Aldi off Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach.
Aldi stores will be open on Juneteenth, according to the store’s website.
Is Giant Eagle open on Juneteenth?
Giant is open on Juneteenth.
Giant Eagle stores, including pharmacies, will be open during regular hours, according to the store’s website.
Is Target open on Juneteenth?
Target at the Brandywine Town Center, Friday, Jan. 6, 2023.
Target will be open during regular hours on Juneteenth, according to the company.
Are libraries open on Juneteenth?
Delaware’s libraries, which are branches of the public government, will be closed on Juneteenth.
Are Delaware courts in session on Juneteenth?
The Kent County Courthouse at 414 Federal St. in Dover.
Delaware courts will not be in session on Juneteenth.
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Are Delaware buses running on Juneteenth?
A DART Connect bus in Georgetown.
Juneteenth is not one of DART’s non-service holidays, so bus routes will still be operational on June 19.
Is the DMV open on Juneteenth?
Vehicles line up at the Delaware City DMV as those 65 and older wait to get a COVID-19 vaccination shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021.
The Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles is closed on Juneteenth, according to its website.
Is Juneteenth observed in Delaware?
Yes. Juneteenth is one of 13 legal holidays observed by the First State.
The legal holidays currently recognized by the State of Delaware are:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July
Return Day, observed after noon for state employees living and/or working in Sussex County
The day after Thanksgiving
Juneteenth 2025 events in Delaware
Juneteenth will soon be kicking off across Delaware. From parades and festivals to performances and historical tributes, communities throughout the First State are honoring the holiday with a full slate of events that reflect both celebration and remembrance.
Check out all the events here.
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This article originally appeared on Delaware News Journal: What is closed on Juneteenth 2025? What’s opened and closed June 19