What’s open and closed on Good Friday 2026? Stock markets, banks, post office, Walmart holiday hours

When it comes to institutions and businesses, some observe the holiday, while others don’t. Here’s a full list to get you through the day.

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Today, April 3, 2026, is Good Friday. It is an important day to Christians in the United States and around the world. But unlike in many other countries, Good Friday, in many U.S. states, isn’t an official holiday.

When it comes to institutions and businesses, some observe the holiday, while others don’t. That can make it confusing for people to know exactly what is open and what is closed on Good Friday. Here’s what you need to know.

Is Good Friday a national holiday?

No, the federal government does not recognize Good Friday as a national holiday.

This means that many federal institutions that are typically closed on public holidays remain open on Good Friday, including agencies such as the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

For those keeping track, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management notes that there are 11 federal holidays in 2026. The last one was Washington’s Birthday on February 16, and the next one will be Memorial Day on May 25.

Is Good Friday a state holiday?

While Good Friday isn’t a federal holiday, a number of states recognize the day as a state holiday. According to TimeandDate, 10 states observe Good Friday as a state holiday or partial holiday. Those states include:

In these states, state agencies and institutions, such as DMVs and state licensing boards, are likely to be closed.

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