Thanksgiving 2025: Banks, Markets, and Mail Services - What's Open and Closed

As Thanksgiving approaches on November 27, 2025, many essential services will take a break, giving you a chance to relax with family and friends. However, if you have urgent banking needs, want to send a payment, or make a stock trade, you'll need to plan ahead. Here's a rundown of which services will be available and which will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Mail Delivery: The US Postal Service will observe Thanksgiving and suspend operations on November 27, with post offices closed and regular mail delivery paused. Don't worry; mail services will resume as usual on Friday. Banks: Most banks will shut their doors on Thanksgiving, following the federal holiday schedule. However, they'll reopen on Black Friday, with some branches operating on adjusted hours. Stock Markets: The New York Stock Exchange will follow the federal holiday calendar, resulting in a trading pause on Thanksgiving Day. Markets will remain closed on November 27 and reopen on the following business day. Government Offices: State, local, and federal government offices will be closed on Thanksgiving, with services resuming on the next business day. Plan ahead to avoid any last-minute hassles, and enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with your loved ones.