Indigenous Peoples’ Day is Oct. 13, and some businesses across Oregon will be closed.
Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Columbus Day are both celebrated on the second Monday of October, and although Columbus Day remains a federal holiday, some states only recognize Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Oregon is among the growing number of states that have transitioned from Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples’ Day. In 2021, the Oregon Senate approved Indigenous Peoples’ Day as an official state holiday with House Bill 2526.
Despite Indigenous Peoples’ Day not being a federal holiday, Oregon residents will still see normal federal closures on Oct. 13 for Columbus Day, including most banks and post offices.
Here’s what is open and closed on Indigenous Peoples’ Day in Oregon.
Kimberly Smart with Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Search and Hope Alliance attends Indigenous Peoples’ Day at Riverfront Park on Oct. 14, 2024 in Salem. MMIW Search and Hope Alliance helps Oregon Indigenous communities find their lost loved ones.
Is the stock market open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Yes. The stock market will be open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
According to Investopedia, trading activity takes place in U.S. markets Monday to Friday but is subject to holiday schedules. The NYSE and Nasdaq generally follow the federal government’s holiday schedule for closings, but remain open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Veteran’s Day.
Are banks open in Oregon on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Many banks typically close on federal holidays. Chase, U.S. Bank, Wells Fargo, Citizens and Columbia Bank are among some of the financial institutions that observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day, according to their holiday calendars.
Is the DMV open in Oregon on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Yes. All Oregon Department of Motor Vehicle offices will be open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, according to the DMV.
Will Oregon state offices be open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Yes. State offices will be open on Oct. 13.
Is mail delivered in Oregon on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
No. All post offices will be closed on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and there will be no regular mail service, according to the U.S. Postal Service holiday schedule. Delivery and collection schedules will resume on Oct. 14.
UPS pickup and delivery services will be available on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, and UPS stores will remain open.
Are schools in Oregon closed on Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Most schools, including in Portland, Salem, Eugene and Bend, will be open on Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Ginnie Sandoval is the Oregon Connect reporter for the Statesman Journal. Sandoval can be reached at GSandoval@gannett.com or on X at @GinnieSandoval.
This article originally appeared on Salem Statesman Journal: Oregon businesses open and closed on Indigenous Peoples’ Day
