Staying ahead of carrier closures is essential for businesses looking to maintain smooth operations in 2025. To help you plan and avoid disruptions, we’ve compiled the holiday schedules for major carriers.
2025 Carrier Holiday Calendar
Date | Holiday | FedEx | UPS | DHL | USPS |
January 1 | New Year’s Day | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
January 20 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Modified Service | Closed | Open | Closed |
February 14 | Valentine’s Day | Open | Open | Open | Open |
February 17 | Presidents’ Day | Modified Service | Open | Open | Closed |
February 29-30 | Chinese New Year | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
March 31 | Hari Raya Puasa | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
April 18 | Good Friday | Modified Service | Open | Closed | Open |
May 1 | Labour Day | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
May 26 | Memorial Day | Closed | Closed | Open | Closed |
June 7 | Hari Raya Haji | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
June 19 | Juneteenth | Open | Open | Open | Closed |
July 4 | Independence Day | Closed | Closed | Open | Closed |
August 9 | National Day | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
September 1 | Labor Day | Closed | Closed | Open | Closed |
October 13 | Indigenous Peoples' Day | Open | Open | Open | Closed |
October 20 | Deepavali | Open | Open | Closed | Open |
November 11 | Veterans Day | Open | Open | Open | Closed |
November 27 | Thanksgiving Day | Closed | Closed | Open | Closed |
December 24 | Christmas Eve | Modified Service | Open | Open | Open |
December 25 | Christmas Day | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
December 31 | New Year’s Eve | Open | Open | Open | Open |
Tips for Preparing Your Business
Adjust Order Cutoff Dates
Set deadlines for customers to place orders based on carrier closures.
Enhance Customer Communication
Provide clear updates on potential delays and shipping deadlines.
Conclusion
Being proactive about carrier closures ensures smooth operations and maintains customer satisfaction. Use the schedules and tips above to plan carrier closures for 2025. For the most up-to-date information, consult each carrier’s official website and reach out to our support team.
By staying prepared, your business can navigate the challenges of holiday shipping with confidence.