the New Year’s Day 2023 Holidays are Sunday Jan. January 1, 2023. But as the public holiday falls on a Sunday this year, many businesses and offices observe Monday, January 1, 2023, as a public holiday.
Traditions include attending parties, watching fireworks and college football games, and making New Year’s resolutions.
In 46 BC. J.-C., the emperor Julius Caesar initiates Jan. 1 as the first day of the year. This was partly to honor the month’s namesake, Janus, the Roman god of beginnings. Pope Gregory XIII restores Jan. 1 as New Year’s Day in 1582.
Here’s everything you need to know about what’s open and what’s closed on Monday, January 1. 2, 2023, the New Year holiday observed by the federal government this year.
Is New Year’s Day a federal holiday?
New Year’s Day is the first federal and state holiday of the year.
Because the holiday falls on a Sunday, many offices and businesses observe the federal holiday on Monday, January 1. 2, 2023.
Is the post office open on Monday 1st January? 2?
No, the United States Postal Service will not be open on Monday Jan 2, 2023.
The post recognizes Monday, January 1. 2 as a public holiday for its employees this year because New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday, when the post office is already closed.
USPS offices will be closed, although self-service kiosks are still available at select locations for filings.
Is there mail delivery on Monday 1st January? 2? Will the mail be executed?
There will be no regular appointments mail Delivered Monday Jan 2, 2023.
There will be no regular appointments UPS pickup or delivery service, excluding UPS Critical. fedex delivery services will operate as usual, with the exception of FedEx Freight and FedEx Express.
UPS store locations may have changed opening hours on Monday, January 1. 2. It is best to check with your local store for specific opening hours.
The United States Postal Service website also has Remarks that Priority Mail Express mail will be delivered on Monday January 1st. 2, 2023.
Are the banks open on Monday 1st January? 2?
Many banks will remain closed on January 1. 2 for in-person and drive-thru services to observe the New Year holidays since New Year’s Day falls on a Sunday when most banks are usually closed.
The following banks are expected to be closed on Monday January 1st. 2:
(Note: some branches may vary by location, so it’s best to call your local bank for specific hours of operation.)
The following banks will be open on January 1. 2, 2023:
Is the stock market closed on Monday 1 Jan 2?
The New York Stock Exchange will observe New Year’s Day on Monday, January 1. 2 and will be closed. Nasdaq trade and bond markets will also be closed.
Will grocery stores be open on Monday January 1? 2?
Many grocery stores are expected to operate during normal business hours on January 1. 2.
Buyers should check with their local stores for specific times.
Are the restaurants open on Monday January 1st? 2? Is McDonald’s open? Is Starbucks open?
Many local and chain restaurants are expected to be open on Monday, January 1. 2, if you want to take out food.
McDonald’s and Starbucks should be open and operating during regular business hours.
However, it’s best to check your local McDonald’s and Starbucks locations for specific hours of operation.
Which stores are open on Monday January 1st. 2?
Most retail stores are open Monday, January 1. 2, 2023.
Buyers should ultimately check with their local store if hours vary by location.
To see the list of department store opening hours, Click here.
Are there any offers on Monday Jan 2?
We’ve scoured the internet and found that the following retailers are offering deals on Monday January 1st. 2:
Are the offices of the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission open on Monday January 1st? 2?
All motor vehicle board offices will be closed on the occasion of the New Year’s Eve. Additionally, all New Jersey state offices and courts are closed for the holidays.
Online processing of certain documents is available at Motor Vehicle Commission website.
Do NJ Transit, PATH and SEPTA operate on a regular schedule?
N.J. Transit will operate on a weekend/holiday schedule. SEPTA will operate on the Sunday schedule, while PATH will operate according to the Saturday schedule. For NJ Transit, passengers must use this NJ Transit’s Online Trip Planner to double-check arrival and departure times.
When is the next federal holiday?
The next federal holiday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday Jan. 16.
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