Despite Columbus Day being a federal holiday, many businesses remain open in Fort Worth.
Columbus Day was founded in 1892 by President Benjamin Harrison commemorating the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’s discovery of America. According to the Library of Congress, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt declared Columbus Day a national holiday in 1934.
The holiday is recognized every year on the second Monday of October.
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After decades of advocacy from tribal groups for Indigenous Peoples Day, President Joe Biden recognized the day in 2021. Since then, Indigenous Peoples Day has been recognized by the Biden administration every year on the same day as Columbus Day.
Here is a list of what is open and closed during the holidays:
Are the City of Fort Worth offices open on Columbus Day?
Yes, the City of Fort Worth offices are open on Columbus Day.
City trash services will also operate on their normal schedule on Columbus Day.
Is the post office open on Columbus Day?
No, the post offices are closed on Columbus Day.
Because the US Postal Service is part of the federal government, it recognizes the holiday.
Are banks open on Columbus Day?
It depends on the bank.
Bank of America and Wells Fargo are both closed for Columbus Day. Chase Bank is open on Columbus Day.
Are liquor stores open on Columbus Day?
Yes, liquor stores are open in Texas on Columbus Day.
Liquor stores are required by state law to close on Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Are grocery stores open on Columbus Day?
Yes, most grocery stores are open on Columbus Day.
