Juneteenth (an abbreviation for nineteenth June) is an American federal holiday that resembles the end of slavery in the United States. It refers to the day – June 19, 1865 – when the enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the emancipation was signed.
Key historical timeline
1 January 1863 – President Abraham Lincoln issues an emancipation and declares all enslaved people in the States of Confederation for freedom.
June 19, 1865 – Gordon Granger General Union arrives in Galveston in Texas and publishes general order No. 3, officially promoting the end of slavery in the last possession of the confederation.
June 19, 1866 – The first Juneenth celebrations are organized by liberated African Americans in Texas with prayer meetings, music, food and community gatherings.
2021 – Juneenth becomes 11. The American federal holiday signed in the law of President Joe Biden June 17, 2021.
Here is what to know about the status of banks, postal offices and transport services in Juneenth – and whether they will be open or closed.
Are banks open in Juneenth?
No, most banks will be closed.
Juneth is a feast of a federal reserve system, which means that the central bank that regulates the US financial system is closed.
While private banks are not obliged to close, many of them watch the holiday.
Transactions made through online or mobile banking will not be processed until Friday 20 June.
Atmms and online services remain available even if payments and transfers will not be published until the next business day.
Banks closed in Juneenth:
Bank of America
Capital One (Note: Capital One Cafes will remain open)
Is the mail open in Juneenth?
No, USPS will be closed.
The Us Posta (USPS) retail places will be closed on Thursday, June 19.
There is no delivery of residential or trade mail in Juneenth.
The Mail Express priorities will continue to work as well as 365 days a year.
Regular USPS services will continue on Friday, June 20.
Do UPS and FedEx in Juneenth?
Yes, UPS and FedEx will work as usual.
UPS Store places will be open. (The clock may vary by location – check locally.)
FedEx pickup and delivery services will be launched 19 June.
FedEx office sites will also be open.
While USPS is closed, customers can rely on UPS and FedEx to send and receive packages.
Is the stock market open in JuneTenth?
No, US markets will be closed.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), NASDAQ and Bond markets will all observe Juneenth holidays.
June 19 There will be no business activity.
Another planned market closure is Independence Day (July 4, 2025).
Are government offices open?
No. All levels of government will observe the holiday.
Federal offices will be closed.
The state and local government authorities, including DMV and municipal buildings, will also be closed in Juneenth compliance.
The courts and public libraries will remain closed on the day.
Are retailers, grocery stores and restaurants open?
Yes, most of the main businesses remain open in Juneenth.
Juneteenth is not an ordered holiday for private employers to close business. While most large retailers and supermarkets will be open, some small businesses may decide to close. Many companies offer holiday employees.
Retail and grocery stores open in Juneenth:
Target (open for normal hours)
Walmart (open if not limited by local/state law)
Fast food and coffee chains:
McDonald’s and most national fast food brands (open)
Note: While the main chains remain open, shops, restaurants or boutiques can have limited hours or decide to close. Call in advance for details specific to trade.
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