As Christmas Day approaches, planning ahead is crucial for anyone needing to handle banking, shipping, or shopping. While many restaurants will welcome patrons, a wide range of essential services across the United States will observe a full closure on Monday, December 25.
Banking and Postal Services Shut Down
Financial transactions requiring a branch visit will have to wait. Major banks including Truist, JPMorgan Chase, Capital One, PNC, Bank of America, Citibank, and Wells Fargo will keep their branches closed on Christmas Day. Similarly, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will suspend all operations. This means post offices will be shut, and no mail will be delivered on December 25.
Regular postal services and retail transactions at post offices are scheduled to resume from Tuesday, December 26.
Shipping and Delivery Schedules Disrupted
Those expecting or planning to send packages should note significant disruptions. Both FedEx and UPS have confirmed that their standard pickup and delivery services will be unavailable for Christmas. FedEx Custom Critical, however, operates 365 days a year. Customers with urgent needs can contact 1-800-762-3787 for details.
For UPS, while most UPS Store locations are likely to be closed, customers are advised to verify the status of their local outlet. Urgent shipping inquiries can be directed to UPS Express Critical at 1-800-714-8779.
Retail Giants and Grocery Stores to Remain Closed
Shoppers hoping for a last-minute run to a major retailer will be disappointed. Walmart stores, though open until 6 PM local time on Christmas Eve, will be completely closed on Christmas Day. This closure pattern extends to nearly all major grocery and retail outlets across the country, making December 24 the final opportunity for in-store purchases before the holiday.
In summary, Christmas Day is a nationwide holiday leading to widespread closures of non-essential services. The key for consumers is to complete any critical banking, mailing, or shopping tasks by Christmas Eve to avoid inconvenience.
