Is USPS closed on Presidents' Day? Check holiday hours for DHL, FedEx, UPS and more

On Presidents’ Day 2026, USPS is closed except Priority Mail Express; FedEx runs modified service, while most DHL and UPS services operate normally.

Published on: Feb 16, 2026 4:22 AM IST

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On Monday, most postal services will remain closed in observance of Presidents' Day. The United States Postal Service (USPS) will remain closed, and some courier operators, such as FedEx, will have limited operations on January 16. Some, such as UPS and DHL will remain open.

The USPS, which is a federal agency, does not operate on federal holidays. Almost all services of the USPS will stay closed on President's Day 2026, except the Priority Mail Express, which operates 365 days a year. Local USPS mail kiosks and lobbies may remain open, but mail dropped off won't be picked up before Tuesday.

Will FedEx Operate On President's Day?

FedEx will run 'modified service' on President's Day, FedEx's 2026 holiday calendar states. Modified service means "Early on-call pickups and drop box pickups (including Drop Box closure) in some areas," the website states. Check with your local office to find out the timings.

Additionally, FedEx Freight will be closed, while FedEx Office, FedEx Custom Critical and FedEx Logistics will run as usual.

Will DHL Operate On President's Day?

The 2026 holiday schedule for DHL does not include President's Day, January 16. DHL will thus run normal pick-up and delivery on Monday, and their schedule will not be affected by the federal holiday.

Will United Parcel Service (UPS) Operate On Monday?

United Parcel Service (UPS) will operate on Presidents’ Day. UPS pickup and delivery services are available, and The UPS Store locations are generally open, though some transit services tied to the federal holiday (like UPS Ground Saver and UPS Mail Innovations) may take an extra business day.

Also read: Presidents’ Day 2026: What's open and what's closed? All on banks, post offices, bond markets

History Of President's Day: Why Is It Observed?

Presidents’ Day is observed on the third Monday of February to honor U.S. presidents. It was originally created to celebrate George Washington’s birthday. Over time, it evolved into a broader observance recognizing the presidency itself and often includes honoring Abraham Lincoln, whose birthday also falls in February.

The holiday was moved to the third Monday of February in 1971 to create a long weekend under the Uniform Monday Holiday Act.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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