Thanksgiving Day falls on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025 , this year. This national holiday takes place every year and has roots in religious and secular traditions.

It is also known as the “harvest festival” and the “festival of family.”

The first Thanksgiving supposedly took place in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1621. It is always celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November.

Here is everything you need to know about what’s open and what’s closed on Thanksgiving 2025.

Is Thanksgiving a federal holiday?

Yes , Thanksgiving Day is a state and federal holiday.

It’s the 10th of 11 federal holidays in 2025 with Christmas to follow.

Is the post office open on Thanksgiving 2025?

United States Postal Service offices will be closed.

However, self-service kiosks are still available in some

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