Christmas is just around the corner, which means it’s time to plan ahead—especially if you need to mail packages, ship gifts, or handle banking transactions. While some restaurants may stay open on December 25, most essential services including banks, post offices, UPS, and FedEx will not operate on Christmas Day.
To help you avoid last-minute surprises, here’s a full breakdown of what’s open and closed on Christmas Day 2025.
📅 When Is Christmas 2025?
Christmas falls on Thursday, December 25, 2025.
Most businesses, including the stock market, will observe the holiday.
The U.S. stock market will also close early on Christmas Eve at 1 p.m. ET.
📮 Is the Post Office Open on Christmas Day? Will USPS Deliver Mail?
No.
All U.S. Postal Service (USPS) locations will be closed on Christmas Day, and no regular mail or package deliveries will take place.
USPS Holiday Schedule:
- December 25 – Closed, no mail delivery
- December 26 – Post offices reopen for retail services and mail delivery resumes
If you need to ship something urgently, consider USPS Priority Mail Express, which operates limited services even on holidays.
🏦 Are Banks Open on Christmas Day?
No.
All major banks—including:
- Bank of America
- Wells Fargo
- JPMorgan Chase
- CitiBank
- Capital One
- PNC
- Truist
- And others
—will be closed on Christmas Day.
When Do Banks Reopen?
Banks will return to normal business hours on Friday, December 26.
ATMs will remain accessible for cash withdrawals and balance checks.
📦 Are UPS and FedEx Open on Christmas Day?
Both UPS and FedEx will suspend most services on Christmas Day. Here’s what to expect:
🚚 UPS Christmas Day Schedule
- No UPS pickup or delivery on December 25
- Most UPS Store locations will be closed
- Customers should check local store hours for December 24 and 26
Available UPS Services
- UPS Express Critical® (emergency same-day shipping)
- Available 365 days a year
- Contact: 1-800-714-8779
- Website: mnx.com
🚚 FedEx Christmas Day Schedule
- No FedEx pickup or delivery on December 25
- FedEx Office stores will also be closed
Available FedEx Services
- FedEx Custom Critical®
- Available year-round, 24/7
- Contact: 1-800-762-3787
⏳ Final Holiday Tip
Since nearly all major shipping, banking, and government services shut down on Christmas Day, it’s best to ship packages early, finish financial tasks before Christmas Eve, and plan travel or mailing needs well in advance.