No, mail will not be delivered on Juneteenth.
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, is recognized as a federal holiday in the United States. As a result, the United States Postal Service (USPS) observes this holiday, leading to a suspension of regular mail services.
Why Mail Delivery Stops on Juneteenth
Like other federal holidays, Juneteenth is a day when federal employees, including those at the USPS, are off duty. This closure ensures that essential mail processing and delivery operations are halted for the day. This aligns with the observance of other federal holidays throughout the year.
Services Affected
On Juneteenth, the following USPS services are typically suspended:
- Mail Delivery: There is no residential or business mail delivery.
- Post Office Counter Services: All Post Office locations are closed, meaning no counter services for shipping, mailing, or other inquiries.
- Caller Service: Customers relying on caller service for their mail will find it unavailable.
- Post Office Box Service: Access to Post Office Boxes is generally restricted, as Post Office lobbies may be closed.
For a clearer overview, here's a comparison of USPS service availability on Juneteenth versus a typical business day:
| Service Type | On Juneteenth | On a Regular Business Day |
|---|---|---|
| Mail Delivery | Not Available | Available |
| Post Office Open | Closed | Open |
| Caller Service | Not Available | Available |
| PO Box Service | Not Available | Available |
When Services Resume
Regular mail delivery and all other USPS services typically resume on the next business day following Juneteenth. For example, if Juneteenth falls on a Wednesday, services would resume on Thursday.
