You're checking your tracking number over and over. It says "In Transit"—but nothing has changed for days. What happened? Before assuming your package is lost or delayed due to an issue, consider this common but easily overlooked reason: the shipping carrier may be closed for a national holiday.

Major US Carrier Holiday Schedules

In the United States, major delivery services like USPS, FedEx, and UPS observe certain public holidays. On those days, they may pause deliveries, close facilities, or limit operations, which can directly affect when your package arrives.

📅 USPS Holiday Schedule for 2025

Date	Holiday Name	USPS Status
January 1	New Year's Day	Closed, no delivery
January 20	Martin Luther King Jr. Day	Closed, no delivery
February 17	Presidents Day	Closed, no delivery
May 26	Memorial Day	Closed, no delivery
July 4	Independence Day	Closed, no delivery
September 1	Labor Day	Closed, no delivery
October 13	Columbus Day	Closed, no delivery
November 11	Veterans Day	Closed, no delivery
November 27	Thanksgiving Day	Closed, no delivery
December 25	Christmas Day	Closed, no delivery

Source: USPS Events & Holidays

📨 Frequently Asked Questions

• Is USPS open on Presidents Day? No. USPS is closed on Presidents Day, and mail or package deliveries do not take place.
• Does USPS deliver packages on Presidents Day? Deliveries, including First-Class Mail, Priority Mail, and packages, are paused for the day. Some automated updates may still appear, but actual movement stops.
• Is the post office open on Presidents Day? No. Post office locations across the country are closed to the public.

🚚 Other Major Carriers on Holidays

Holiday	USPS	FedEx	UPS
Presidents Day	Closed	Limited services	Modified schedule
Thanksgiving	Closed	Most services paused	Most services paused
Christmas Day	Closed	Closed	Closed
Independence Day	Closed	Closed	Closed
Labor Day	Closed	Limited services	Limited services

Always check the official website or contact customer service for updated schedules. Not all services (like express or freight) follow the same rules.

📦 Why Is My Package Still "In Transit"?

If your tracking status hasn't changed for several days and you see no delivery estimate, it could be due to:

• A national or regional holiday
• Weather-related service interruptions
• Weekend backlogs after a holiday
• Facility closures or staff shortages

Using package tracking software can help you monitor the full journey of your shipment more efficiently. Many modern tracking tools also highlight holidays and estimate adjusted delivery times based on carrier schedules.

🧭 What You Can Do

• Check whether the shipping date or delivery window overlaps with a holiday.
• Visit the carrier's official website to confirm closures or delays.
• Use package tracking software that offers real-time updates across multiple carriers.
• Be patient—most deliveries resume the next business day after the holiday.

🔔 Proactive Planning Helps

If you're sending time-sensitive packages, especially around holidays, plan ahead. Carriers often experience delays both before and after major holidays due to increased volume and reduced staffing.

If your package appears stuck, don't panic. It's very possible the carrier is on a scheduled break. Understanding holiday schedules and using reliable package tracking software will help you stay informed and avoid unnecessary stress.

Remember, not all delays are problems—sometimes, they're just part of the calendar.