Will banks, post offices and shipping services be open on MLK Day? Here's what you need to know for Monday, Jan. 20.
Many businesses will be closed on Monday - and not just because Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th US president.
The nation will honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday as part of a National Day of Service to pay tribute to his legacy. The day is marked each year by a federal holiday when many businesses close.
MLK Day is Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. On this day, Americans are encouraged to observe civic work and community service in honor of King's legacy. Columbus' first MLK Day March was held in 1987, one year after the federal holiday was observed. Since then, the city engages in annual celebrations for the community.
While Inauguration Day will be the focus for many on Monday, it also marks the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday.
While MLK Day is a time for reflection and community service, it also brings changes to the operations of banks, postal services, and shipping companies. Here’s what to expect. Banks will largely remain closed on MLK Day 2025 as it is a federal holiday.
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In a rare happening, the King holiday falls on the same day as the presidential inauguration. Activists vow to continue the fight for civil rights.
Whether you choose to engage in local activities or leave the city, there are many ways to honor Dr. King’s legacy or celebrate Black culture in the nation’s capital during this converenge of events.