What’s open and closed on Juneteenth 2025? Banks, stock markets, stores, post office, pharmacies, more

Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in America, has only been a federal holiday since 2021. Many services will be closed for the day.

Any student of American history knows that there are hard truths to ponder about our past. Slavery certainly falls into this category. Today (Thursday, June 19, 2025), the United States commemorates the end of that horrific institution and wrestles with its lasting impact. As this occasion has only been formally established as a federal holiday since 2021, it may be confusing to know what will be open and closed. Let’s take a deeper look so you can plan ahead.