Here’s a clear, up-to-date summary (for Monday, October 13, 2025) — which is Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day in the U.S.:
🇺🇸 Is today a holiday?
✅ Yes.
Monday, October 13, 2025, is Columbus Day, which is also recognized as Indigenous Peoples’ Day in many states and cities.
🏛️ Federal Holiday Status
✅ Yes, it’s a federal holiday.
That means most federal offices, courts, and nonessential government services are closed today.
📮 Mail and Post Office
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U.S. Postal Service (USPS): ❌ Closed
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No regular mail delivery or pickup today.
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FedEx and UPS: ✅ Open, with normal or modified service.
🏦 Banks
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Most banks and credit unions: ❌ Closed (including major ones like Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo).
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ATMs and online banking: ✅ Available.
📈 Stock Market
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NYSE and Nasdaq: ✅ Open
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Bond markets: ❌ Closed
🏫 Schools
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Many public schools are closed, but it varies by district.
Some states (especially those observing Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day) keep schools open.
🛍️ Retail and Businesses
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Retail stores, grocery stores, and restaurants: ✅ Open
(Most major chains treat it as a regular business day, sometimes with holiday sales.)
🗓️ Federal Holidays Remaining in 2025
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Veterans Day – Tuesday, Nov 11
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Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, Nov 27
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Christmas Day – Thursday, Dec 25
Would you like me to list which states officially observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day?