Veterans Day is celebrated annually on Nov. 11 to honor those who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
The federal holiday dates back to WWI, when fighting between the Allied countries and Germany ended on the 11th hour of Nov. 11, 1918, according to the Department of Veterans Affairs. The date is generally regarded as the end of “the way to end all wars.”
While Veterans Day always falls on Nov. 11, regardless of what day of the week the date is in a given year, the observance of the day is shifted if Nov. 11 is on a weekend.
In 2023, for example, Veterans Day fell on a Saturday so many observations took place the day before on Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed the following day on Monday.
Here’s what to know about what’s open and closed for the holiday:
Is the post office open on Veterans Day?
The U.S. Postal Service will be closed on Nov. 11, and there will be no mail deliveries.
Will I receive my UPS or FedEx package?
Yes, UPS and FedEx pickup and delivery services will operate as usual and their store locations will be closed, according to the companies’ websites.
Will banks be open on Veterans Day?
Since most financial institutions follow the Fed’s holiday schedule, the vast majority of banks are expected to be closed on Tuesday.
Is the stock market open on Veterans Day?
Yes. The stock market will be open on Veterans Day. The bond markets, however, will be closed.
Are government offices closed on Veterans Day?
All federal agencies will be closed on Tuesday, including the DMV and Social Security Administration.
Are schools closed on Veterans Day in Connecticut?
While many schools across the state are closed, some cities and towns observe the day with school in session.
