Are banks, post offices open on Good Friday? Here's what to know
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Gabe Hauari, USA TODAYThu, April 2, 2026 at 10:05 AM UTC
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Are banks, post offices open on Good Friday? Here's what to know
Easter is this upcoming Sunday, which means Friday, April 3, is Good Friday.
Good Friday is the day in which the Christian faith commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. "From the early days of Christianity, Good Friday was observed as a day of sorrow, penance, and fasting," according to Britannica.
Easter falls on Sunday, April 5, this year, and it celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and follows a 40-day period known as Lent. The date the holidays are celebrated changes depending on the year because Easter is one of several "moveable feasts" in the liturgical year, according to the History Channel. Other examples of "moveable feasts" include Ash Wednesday and Palm Sunday.
Here's what to know about bank, mail and shipping operations on Good Friday in 2026.
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Is the post office open on Good Friday? Will mail be delivered?
U.S. Postal Service facilities will have normal operations on Friday, April 3, meaning USPS facilities will be open for retail transactions and mail will be delivered as usual, according to the USPS website.
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Are banks open on Good Friday?
Bank branches will largely be open on Good Friday since it is not a federal holiday.
It is always best to check with your local branch regarding their specific hours.
Is UPS open on Good Friday? Will packages be delivered?
UPS pickup and delivery services are available and UPS Store locations will be open on Friday, according to the company's website.
Is FedEx open on Good Friday? Will packages be delivered?
FedEx pickup and delivery services are available and FedEx Office locations will be open on Friday, according to the company's website.
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