Columbus Day Closures: What's Open, What's Closed on the Controversial Holiday
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Columbus Day is a federal holiday that originated as an Italian-American holiday in 1792. Most federal offices, banks, and schools are closed.
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The USPS will not deliver mail on Columbus Day, but UPS and FedEx will operate normally. Stock markets are open.
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An increasing number of communities now celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day on the same date to honor Native Americans.
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Most stores, restaurants, and malls are open for Columbus Day but may have reduced hours. Grocery stores will be open.
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Veterans Day is the next federal holiday on Friday, November 10th. Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays follow later in November and December.