Labor Day 2025—Banks, USPS, Costco Who’s Open & Who’s Closed

Labor Day 2025: What’s Open and What’s Closed

As Labor Day approaches, on Monday, September 1, 2025, millions of Americans head into a long weekend of rest—and important errands as well. This is your complete guide to what's open and what's closed on the federal holiday that recognizes the nation's workers.

Banks, Federal Services & Financial Markets - Closed

All major banks, including Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo, will be closed for the day. ATMs and online/mobile banking remains available, but there will be no in-person business and any transactions will stay in pending status until September 2. The Federal Reserve will have the same closure, stopping all operations and payments directly. The NYSE, Nasdaq, and bond markets will also be closed.

Postal & Delivery Services – Suspended

USPS will not deliver any regular mail or serve walk-in customers on Labor Day, resuming services on September 2. FedEx and UPS will also suspend most operations—FedEx Custom Critical and UPS Express Critical are exceptions.

Retail & Grocery – Mostly Open

National retailers, like Walmart, Target, Kroger, Publix, Home Depot, Walgreens, and CVS, will be open, with business at each end in some cases, on a normal or holiday schedule. Costco has announced it will close its 623 locations but will continue to take orders online, and process them Friday! 

In Houston, grocery leaders including H-E-B, Kroger, Walmart, Target, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods will operate, whereas Aldi and Sam’s Club offer reduced hours.

Did Schools, Government & Transit Open on Labours Day

All federal, state and local government offices, including DMV offices, courts, and schools, are closed and will reopen on Sept. 2. In Houston, METRO buses, METRORail, and METRORapid will run a Sunday schedule. Please note, Park & Ride services will not be in operation. Expect many transit systems, except airports, Amtrak, and other intercity services, which may encounter delays, to operate on reduced or holiday schedule. 

Expert Tips 

• Plan Financial transactions early: As Labor Day falls on the first of the month, direct deposits and payments such as bills or rent may not post until after hours on the second week. To avoid overdrafts or late payments, set everything in motion beforehand! Most banks waive penalties if transactions are dated properly.
• Shopping Tip: Labor Day weekend is one of the year’s top sale events—expect deals on appliances, apparel, and more. Brick-and-mortar and online retailers launch promotions in mid-August through the weekend.
• Waste Pickup: Services like trash collection may be delayed by a day in some cities—check with your local provider