What’s Open and Closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed annually on the third Monday in January to honor the influential civil rights leader. This federal holiday, established in 1983, falls on January 19, 2026. While many businesses operate as usual, there are notable exceptions. Below is a detailed overview of what to expect this Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Retail Stores

Costco

Costco will be open on MLK Day, as it is not included in the retailer’s holiday closure list. Customers are encouraged to verify local hours through the Costco website.

Target

Target will maintain its regular business hours on MLK Day, according to a spokesperson.

Fast Food Chains

• McDonald’s: Most locations will be operational on Martin Luther King Jr. Day; however, hours may vary by location.
• Chick-fil-A: Chick-fil-A also confirmed that its locations will be open. Customers can check the store’s app or contact their nearest restaurant for specific hours.

Grocery Stores

Most grocery chains will operate normally on MLK Day, including:

• Aldi
• Food Lion
• Stop & Shop
• Wegmans
• Whole Foods

Each of these stores has confirmed they will adhere to their regular hours.

Servstarts

Mail Delivery

The United States Postal Servstart will suspend mail delivery and close its retail locations in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, January 20.

Banks

Most banks will be closed on MLK Day, as it is recognized as a national holiday by the Federal Reserve System.

Stock Market

The stock market, along with bond markets, will be closed on MLK Day. Trading is expected to resume on Tuesday, January 20.

This holiday serves as an important time to reflect on the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. while also planning for any necessary errands.