Are Banks Closed on Veterans Day? What's Open on Wednesday, Nov. 11
Yes, most U.S. banks will be closed on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The Federal Reserve's official holiday schedule lists November 11 as a 2026 holiday, and most banks close their branches when the Fed does. FOX 5 New York reported on November 6 that "the bond market and most banks are closed," while U.S. stock markets trade as usual. Veterans Day lands in the middle of the week this year, which is why so many people are checking before they plan a deposit, a loan signing or a trip to the branch. Below is what is closed, what stays open, how the holiday affects direct deposits and payments, and whether schools are closed too. Key Takeaways Veterans Day 2026 is Wednesday, November 11 , a federal holiday on both the OPM and Federal Reserve calendars. Federal Reserve Banks are closed , so most banks close branches too. Online banking, mobile apps and ATMs normally keep working. The stock market is open (NYSE and Nasdaq), but the bond market is clos...