Mail and packages will stop for 24 hours as federal holiday approaches
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Americans who depend on regular deliveries will soon face a one–day pause that could delay important plans.
The shutdown will affect millions across the country, from those expecting checks to those waiting on packages.
While the pause is temporary, it comes at a time when many households rely on steady access to their mail and financial services.
Planning ahead will make a difference since the closure will include not just mail but also banks and some major retailers.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has confirmed that it will suspend all deliveries and services on Labor Day, which this year falls on September 1.
That means packages, mail, and even stamp purchases at local branches will be unavailable for the full day.
Labor Day is one of 11 federal holidays when USPS closes its doors.
Similar pauses will occur again this year for Columbus Day on October 13, Veterans Day on November 11, Thanksgiving on November 27, and Christmas on December 25.
Customers are advised to plan around the holiday and send important mail or payments before the shutdown.
When USPS observed Memorial Day earlier this year, those who waited until the holiday itself were unable to complete their transactions.
FedEx will also halt most of its main operations on September 1. While FedEx Freight and FedEx Logistics will be paused, FedEx Custom Critical will remain open, and FedEx Office will operate on reduced hours, which vary by location.
Also read: Shocking USPS price hike: How much more will your summer mail cost you?
The holiday will also bring widespread closures in the banking system.
Branches of major banks including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Chase will be closed for the day, and transactions scheduled for September 1 will not be processed until the following day.
This means customers will not be able to access safety deposit boxes or speak directly to bank tellers.
However, most ATMs should remain available for withdrawals and deposits.
Also read: Package blackout: USPS temporarily halting Amazon and Walmart deliveries
Rent or mortgage payments scheduled for September 1 will not be considered late if processed on September 2.
This adjustment ensures that individuals making payments through the mail or banks are not penalized by the holiday pause.
Shoppers will also see changes, with some major stores adjusting their schedules.
Costco will close all of its warehouses for the day, while Walmart and Kroger are expected to remain open under normal hours.
Read next: How the 2025 USPS rate hikes could impact your shipping costs
Do you usually prepare early for holiday closures or wait until the last minute? Will this one–day pause affect your mail, banking, or shopping plans? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
The shutdown will affect millions across the country, from those expecting checks to those waiting on packages.
While the pause is temporary, it comes at a time when many households rely on steady access to their mail and financial services.
Planning ahead will make a difference since the closure will include not just mail but also banks and some major retailers.
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has confirmed that it will suspend all deliveries and services on Labor Day, which this year falls on September 1.
That means packages, mail, and even stamp purchases at local branches will be unavailable for the full day.
Labor Day is one of 11 federal holidays when USPS closes its doors.
Similar pauses will occur again this year for Columbus Day on October 13, Veterans Day on November 11, Thanksgiving on November 27, and Christmas on December 25.
Customers are advised to plan around the holiday and send important mail or payments before the shutdown.
When USPS observed Memorial Day earlier this year, those who waited until the holiday itself were unable to complete their transactions.
FedEx will also halt most of its main operations on September 1. While FedEx Freight and FedEx Logistics will be paused, FedEx Custom Critical will remain open, and FedEx Office will operate on reduced hours, which vary by location.
Also read: Shocking USPS price hike: How much more will your summer mail cost you?
The holiday will also bring widespread closures in the banking system.
Branches of major banks including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Chase will be closed for the day, and transactions scheduled for September 1 will not be processed until the following day.
This means customers will not be able to access safety deposit boxes or speak directly to bank tellers.
However, most ATMs should remain available for withdrawals and deposits.
Also read: Package blackout: USPS temporarily halting Amazon and Walmart deliveries
Rent or mortgage payments scheduled for September 1 will not be considered late if processed on September 2.
This adjustment ensures that individuals making payments through the mail or banks are not penalized by the holiday pause.
Shoppers will also see changes, with some major stores adjusting their schedules.
Costco will close all of its warehouses for the day, while Walmart and Kroger are expected to remain open under normal hours.
Read next: How the 2025 USPS rate hikes could impact your shipping costs
