Veterans Day, which commemorates Americans who have served in the military, is observed annually on November 11, with this year’s holiday falling on a Monday. This can lead to inquiries about businesses and services, from banks to USPS mail delivery, that may be open or closed today.
Veterans Day was first established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919 to mark the end of World War 1, with Congress officially recognizing it as a federal holiday in 1926, according to the US Department of Veterans Affairs.
Because the day is military service, many stores and retailers offer discounts to veterans, such as the Bob Evans restaurant chain that offers free dinners to veterans and active duty military, and Starbucks offers free coffee on November 11 to veterans, military service. military members and spouses.
Here’s what to expect for Veterans Day this year.
Is Veterans Day a federal holiday?
Yes, Veterans Day is one of 11 federal holidays celebrated each year, from New Year’s Day on January 1st to Christmas Day on December 25th.
Are banks open on Veterans Day?
Most banks are closed on Veterans Day because November 11 is a federal holiday that is also observed by the Federal Reserve.
Bank of America, Citi, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and other major banks will be closed Monday for Veterans Day, although ATMs will remain open.
Is mail delivered by USPS on Veterans Day?
Not. In observance of Veterans Day, US Postal Service store locations will be closed, and will not deliver home or business mail. Post Office Box services will also be closed on Monday, according to the USPS.
Is the stock market open on Veterans Day?
Yes, the stock market will be open on Veterans Day, with the holiday not observed by the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq. The next holiday when the stock market will be closed is Thanksgiving Day, which falls on November 28 this year.
However, the bond market will be closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, a trade group for the bond industry.
Is Costco open on Veterans Day?
Yes, Costco will be open on November 11th, because Veterans Day is not one of the seven holidays that close all of its warehouses each year. The retailer’s next holiday closing falls on Thanksgiving.
Are stores open on Veterans Day?
Yes, most retailers are open on Veterans Day, with most operating during regular business hours. It’s always a good idea to check local store hours in advance, however.
Veterans Day deals at retailers, shops and restaurants
As mentioned above, many stores and restaurants offer discounts and deals for veterans and active military on Veterans Day. Businesses usually ask service people to show military identification to receive discounts.
Here are some discounts and freebies that will be available on Monday.
- Bob Evans: Free dinner for US veterans and active military
- Food Lion: 10% discount on groceries for active military personnel and veterans
- Publix: 10% off groceries for veterans and active military personnel
- Sizzler: Free lunch for active military service members or veterans until 4 p.m. at all locations, excluding Utah, Idaho and Puerto Rico
- Starbucks: Free coffee on November 11 for veterans, military members and military spouses
- Target: 10% discount for military personnel, veterans and their families
