Observance (markets closed)
Is everything open on Good Friday?
Friday, March 26, 2027
Not a federal holiday — banks, post offices and most businesses are open. The stock market is the notable exception: it is closed.
| Place | Status |
|---|---|
| Banks | Open Banks are open — Good Friday is not a Federal Reserve holiday. |
| Federal offices & courts | Open |
| Post office (USPS) | Open |
| UPS & FedEx | Open |
| Stock market (NYSE/Nasdaq) | Closed NYSE, Nasdaq and the bond market are closed, even though it is not a federal holiday. |
| Public schools | Varies Some schools close for spring break or the holiday; varies by district. |
| Major retailers (Walmart, Target) | Open |
| Grocery stores | Open |
| Restaurants | Open |
| DMV & local government | Open |