Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving 2026: Thursday, November 26, 2026
No
Banks are closed on Thanksgiving.
Banks are closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
What's open and closed on Thanksgiving 2026
| Bank branches | Closed Thu, Nov 26 |
|---|---|
| Federal Reserve, ACH and wires | Closed, transfers wait until the next business day |
| ATMs, mobile and online banking | Open |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed |
| Post office (USPS) | Closed, no mail delivery |
Are banks closed on Thanksgiving?
Every major bank is closed on Thanksgiving Day. Branches reopen on Friday (Black Friday), sometimes with shorter hours.
About Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the fourth Thursday of November and is a federal and Federal Reserve holiday.
Tips
- Get cash for holiday travel by Wednesday.
- The stock market is closed Thursday and closes early on Friday.
Thanksgiving dates and bank status, 2026–2029
| Year | Date | Banks |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, November 26 | Closed Thu, Nov 26 |
| 2027 | Thursday, November 25 | Closed Thu, Nov 25 |
| 2028 | Thursday, November 23 | Closed Thu, Nov 23 |
| 2029 | Thursday, November 22 | Closed Thu, Nov 22 |
Frequently asked questions
Are banks open on Thanksgiving?
Banks are closed on Thanksgiving. Banks are closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Are banks closed on Thanksgiving 2026?
Banks are closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Is the stock market open on Thanksgiving?
The NYSE and Nasdaq are closed on Thanksgiving 2026.
Is the post office open on Thanksgiving?
USPS post offices are closed, no mail delivery on Thanksgiving 2026.
Will my direct deposit arrive on Thanksgiving?
No ACH payments settle on Thanksgiving because the Federal Reserve is closed. Many employers send pay the business day before; otherwise it arrives the next business day.
Next bank holidays
- Veterans DayWed, Nov 11, 2026
- ThanksgivingThu, Nov 26, 2026
- Christmas DayFri, Dec 25, 2026
- New Year's DayFri, Jan 1, 2027