Is today columbus day a federal holiday

Today, Monday, 12 October 2026, is officially recognized as Columbus Day, a federal holiday in the United States. As a result of this designation, most non-essential federal government offices, including the United States Postal Service, are closed for the day. Federal courts and many regional offices of federal agencies have suspended operations to observe the holiday, which commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492. While the federal government observes the day, the status of the holiday varies significantly at the state and local levels. Many states have transitioned to observing Indigenous Peoples' Day instead of, or in addition to, Columbus Day to honor Native American history and culture. Consequently, while federal employees enjoy a paid day off, the impact on state-level government services, public schools, and private businesses depends entirely on local legislation and corporate policy. Financial markets, including the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq, remain open for regular trading hours today, as they do not observe Columbus Day as a market holiday.