Group 1: Holiday Observance - Columbus Day 2025 will be observed on Monday, October 13 [1] - The holiday is recognized alongside Indigenous Peoples' Day, which honors Native American history and culture [1][11] - Columbus Day is a federal holiday, but not all services and businesses will close [1] Group 2: Mail and Postal Services - USPS offices will be closed, and there will be no mail delivery on Columbus Day [2] - FedEx and UPS will continue deliveries, though schedules may be slightly modified [2] Group 3: Banks and Financial Services - Only TD Bank and Chase will remain open, with some Chase services possibly unavailable until the next business day [3] - Most major banks, including Bank of America, Capital One, and Wells Fargo, will be closed [3] Group 4: Stock and Bond Markets - The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will remain open for trading [4] - Bond markets will be closed [4] Group 5: Grocery Stores - Most major grocery chains, including Walmart, Target, and Kroger, will remain open [5] - Hours may vary by location, and customers should check local listings for exact times [5] Group 6: Retail Chains - Most large retail stores and shopping centers will be open for business [6] - Some locations may operate with reduced or modified hours, so confirming hours before visiting is recommended [6] Group 7: Restaurants - Major fast-food and chain restaurants such as Starbucks and McDonald's are typically open on Columbus Day [7] - Hours can vary by location, so patrons should check with local restaurants [8]