Memorial Day 2022: What’s open, closed on Monday?

What is Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day 2022 occurs on Monday, May 30.

Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.

Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. Unofficially, it marks the beginning of the summer season.

Are banks open on Memorial Day?

Most banks are closed.

Are stock markets open on Memorial Day?

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq are closed.

Are schools open on Memorial Day?

No, schools are closed on Monday.

Are government offices open on Memorial Day?

City, county, state and federal offices are closed.

Are post offices closed on Memorial? Is there mail delivery?

The U.S. Post offices are closed on Monday. No residential or business deliveries except Holiday Premium/Priority Mail Express.

Regular mail delivery, collections and retail services resume Tuesday.

Are restaurants and stores open on Memorial Day? Will shopping malls be on regular hours?

Yes, most restaurants and stores, including Walmart, Target and Wegmans, are open on Monday. Destiny USA will be open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday.

Do you have to pay parking meters on Memorial Day?

Parking at all Syracuse city meters will be free on Monday.

Will there be trash collection on Memorial Day?

Syracuse city trash and recycling pickup will be one day late. Other municipal and private haulers may work on a different schedule. Contact your local government or private hauler for details.

Are libraries open on Memorial Day?

Most Onondaga County libraries are closed on Monday. You can check your branch through the central library website.

Are buses running on a regular time on Memorial Day?

Centro is running on a Sunday/holiday schedule. For information, call 442-3400 or visit Centro’s website.

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