Today is Columbus Day, Monday, October 12th, and the federal and state holiday means several government offices, banks, schools, and other services across Illinois will be closed.
Columbus Day is observed annually on the second Monday in October and is one of the holidays recognized by both the federal government and the State of Illinois. The day is also recognized in some communities as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honoring the history, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans.
Most federal and Illinois state government offices will be closed today, including Illinois Secretary of State offices. Driver Services facilities will also be closed for the holiday, although individual facility schedules may vary. Most county courthouses and government offices will be closed, with regular operations expected to resume Tuesday.
All United States Postal Service offices will be closed today, and there will be no regular residential or business mail delivery. Regular postal operations and delivery services will resume Tuesday, October 13th. Some self-service postal kiosks and online services remain available.
Most banks and credit unions will be closed in observance of Columbus Day. However, ATMs, online banking, and mobile banking services will remain available. The Federal Reserve is also closed, meaning some financial transactions may not be processed until Tuesday. The New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq will remain open for regular trading.
Many public schools throughout Illinois will be closed for the holiday. However, school calendars vary by district, and some schools may remain open or have scheduled activities. Parents and students should check with their local school districts.
Municipal schedules vary across Southern Illinois Residents should check with their city offices or waste collection providers for possible changes.
Most grocery stores, pharmacies, convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants, and major retail chains will remain open today, although some businesses may operate on adjusted holiday hours.
Package delivery services: UPS and FedEx generally continue pickup and delivery operations on Columbus Day, although individual services and locations may have different schedules.
Most offices and services closed for Columbus Day are expected to resume normal operations on Tuesday, October 13th.