Is There Mail on Juneteenth? The Complete Guide

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With Juneteenth now established as a federal holiday, many people wonder how it affects daily services like mail delivery. If you’re expecting a letter or package, it’s important to know whether you should be checking the mailbox. This guide will give you a clear answer and all the related details you need.

1. Is There Mail on Juneteenth? The Short Answer

No. The United States Postal Service (USPS) does not deliver regular mail or packages on Juneteenth, which is observed annually on June 19th.

Juneteenth is an official USPS postal holiday. This means it is treated like other major federal holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, or the 4th of July.

2. USPS Services on Juneteenth: What’s Closed?

On Thursday, June 19, 2025, the following USPS services will be suspended in observance of the holiday:

  • Regular Mail Delivery: There will be no delivery of letters, cards, bills, magazines, or standard packages to homes or businesses.
  • Post Office Branches: All USPS retail locations will be closed to the public. You will not be able to buy stamps, mail packages, or access P.O. boxes inside a closed branch.
  • USPS Collection Boxes: Mail will not be picked up from the familiar blue collection boxes. Any mail deposited on this day will be collected on the next business day.

3. Are There Any Exceptions for USPS?

Yes, there is one major exception to be aware of.

  • Priority Mail Express®: This premium, overnight service is the only class of mail that continues to be delivered 365 days a year, including on Juneteenth. This service comes with a money-back guarantee for delivery time.
  • Self-Service Kiosks: While Post Office lobbies will be closed, some locations have 24/7 self-service kiosks. You may still be able to use these to weigh a package and purchase postage, but the item will not begin processing or transit until the holiday is over.

4. What About Other Shipping Carriers?

Unlike the government-operated USPS, private shipping companies create their own holiday schedules. For Juneteenth 2025, you can expect normal operations from most other major carriers.

  • FedEx: Yes, FedEx is open. FedEx pickup and delivery services, including FedEx Ground, Express, and Home Delivery, will be fully operational. FedEx Office locations will also be open.
  • UPS: Yes, UPS is open. UPS will be making regular deliveries and pickups. The UPS Store® locations are also scheduled to be open, though local hours may vary.
  • Amazon: Yes, Amazon delivers on Juneteenth. Amazon uses a mix of its own delivery fleet and other carriers. Since these services will be running, you can expect to receive your Amazon packages on schedule.

5. Mail Service Schedule: A Quick Reference Table

For an easy, at-a-glance summary, here is the status of major delivery services on Juneteenth (Thursday, June 19, 2025).

ServiceStatus on Juneteenth (June 19)
USPS Regular Mail DeliveryClosed / No Delivery
USPS Post OfficesClosed
UPS Delivery ServicesOpen / Normal Operations
FedEx Delivery ServicesOpen / Normal Operations
Amazon DeliveryOpen / Normal Operations

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6. When Will Mail Service Resume?

All regular USPS mail delivery and Post Office retail services will resume on the next business day, Friday, June 20, 2025.

Be aware that the holiday creates a one-day backlog, so mail sent immediately before or after Juneteenth may experience a slight delay in its total transit time.

7. Why Is There No Mail on Juneteenth?

  • Historical Significance: Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates June 19, 1865. On that day, Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing the news that the Civil War was over and all enslaved people were now free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed.
  • Federal Holiday Status: In 2021, Juneteenth was officially designated as a U.S. federal holiday. As a federal agency, the United States Postal Service closes in observance of all official federal holidays.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Will my package still show tracking updates on Juneteenth? Possibly. While your package won’t be moving in transit or out for delivery, it may still be processed through automated sorting facilities that run 24/7. You may see a “processing” scan, but no “in transit” or “out for delivery” updates.
  • Are banks and government offices also closed on Juneteenth? Yes. As a federal holiday, all non-essential federal government offices (like the IRS and Social Security offices) and most banks are closed. Many state and local government offices also close.
  • What are the other USPS postal holidays in the year? The USPS observes 11 federal holidays. You can find the complete, official list on the USPS Postal Holidays webpage.

Takeaway and Conclusion

The most important thing to remember is to plan ahead.

  • No USPS: Do not expect any regular mail or packages from the USPS on Thursday, June 19th.
  • Other Carriers are Open: FedEx, UPS, and Amazon will be operating as usual.
  • Expect a One-Day Delay: Build in an extra day for any USPS shipments you send around the holiday.

By understanding how the Juneteenth holiday affects mail services, you can manage your shipments and expectations accordingly, ensuring there are no surprises with your important letters and packages.

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