What’s Open, Closed on Indigenous Peoples-Columbus Day 2026 in the DC Area – WTOP News
Federal offices, post offices and many banks close for the holiday, while NYSE and Nasdaq keep regular trading hours.
- Federal offices, courts, and U.S. Postal Service retail counters closed Monday, October 12, 2026, for Columbus Day, suspending regular mail delivery until Tuesday, October 13.
- President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act in 1971, establishing the second-Monday observance; many communities now observe Indigenous Peoples' Day alongside or instead of Columbus Day.
- Most bank branches closed due to the Federal Reserve holiday, though Chase and TD Bank remained open; the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq operated normally while bond markets closed.
- Retailers and restaurants largely operated on normal schedules, while school district closures varied by municipality with some districts remaining in session and others observing the holiday.
- Three federal holidays remain in 2026: Veterans Day on November 11, Thanksgiving Day on November 26, and Christmas Day on December 25, requiring advance planning for service disruptions.
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Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day Closures - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
Today is Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day and that means a few locations will be closed. All state, local, and federal offices are closed for the holiday. The PennDOT driver license and photo centers are also closed today, although many services can still be accessed online. Banks will be shut down, and no mail […] The post Columbus Day and Indigenous People’s Day Closures appeared first on ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA.
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Charleston Gazette-MailIn the Know: Columbus Day history, celebration, alternatives in West Virginia
Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, is federally recognized as Columbus Day. State and government offices will be closed in West Virginia. Indigenous Peoples' Day and Italian Heritage Day are also widely celebrated on this day, though they aren't recognized by the state. 'In the know' features one or two local news topics to keep you informed as you start your day.
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