Corrections and clarifications: An earlier version of this story included a statement that does not recognize Good Friday as a holiday.
Easter falls on Sunday (April 17) this year. And whether or not you plan to commemorate the holiday with a visit from the Easter bunny and a festive family egg hunt, it’s helpful to know which offices and services will be available this weekend.
Easter’s date changes every year, between March 22 and April 25. In short, the holiday falls on the first Sunday after the full moon on or after the vernal equinox.
Good Friday is always the Friday before Easter Sunday, which falls on April 15, 2022. Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday, which is observed as a public holiday in many countries, but not in the United States. ee uu.
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Unlike Christmas or Thanksgiving, Good Friday and Easter Sunday are not federal holidays. on federal holidays, most non-essential government offices are closed and many federal employees across the country are entitled to paid vacations.
Still, especially since Easter always falls on a Sunday, many banks, schools, and post offices across the country will have different hours and/or close their doors. Good Friday is also recognized as a state holiday in several states, which means that many courts and state government offices will be closed.
Here’s what you can expect this weekend.
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what will be open and closed this Good Friday and Easter Sunday?
Banks: Many banks, including Wells Fargo and Bank of America, do not recognize Easter as bank holidays. but many branches are usually closed on Sundays. Call your local branch for possible modified hours on Good Friday.
Mail Services: The United States Postal Service does not recognize Easter or Good Friday as USPS holidays. Regular services should be available, but it’s best to check with your local office for hours, especially as many locations are closed on Sundays, regardless of the holidays this weekend. FedEx and UPS will be open on Good Friday, but will mostly be closed on Easter, with the exception of services such as FedEx Custom Critical and UPS Express Critical.
Government Offices and Courthouses: Because neither Easter nor Good Friday are federal holidays, federal courthouses and government buildings must operate regular hours, although many are often closed on weekends. of week. however, multiple u.s. States recognize Good Friday as a holiday. Courts and state offices in Connecticut, Texas, Delaware, Hawaii, Indiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, and North Dakota may be closed or have shorter hours.
Stock Exchange: The Stock Exchange, which is always closed on weekends, observes Good Friday as a public holiday. the nasdaq and the new york stock exchange (nyse) will be closed.
national parks: Although many national parks will be open year-round this weekend, some sites may be closed on Sunday. Check the opening hours before planning your trip.
Schools: Most (if not all) schools in the country are not open on Sundays, regardless of the holiday this weekend. Good Friday closures are up to the school districts. others, like chicago public schools, for example, mark the week before easter sunday as spring break this year. check with your local district.
Trash: Some trash and recycling collection may be delayed or moved to another day due to the holiday weekend. check with local providers.
Groceries and Retail Stores: Many grocery stores and convenience stores, including CVS and Walmart, will be open on Easter. Others will close their doors on Sunday, like Target and Costco. check local listings for modified hours and see the full list here.
Restaurants: Most restaurants will also be open, including chains like Applebee’s and Denny’s. hours may vary. check with local locations.