Here's what is open, closed around Cincinnati on Juneteenth 2023

Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer
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Juneteenth, a holiday commemorating the Emancipation Proclamation and the end of slavery in the United States, is Monday.

It was officially recognized in 2021 by President Joe Biden and is the country's youngest federal holiday, meaning many Americans may be unaware that some gyms, stores, restaurants and other businesses could be closed or will operate under reduced hours.

Here's what is open and closed on Juneteenth 2023.

The Black Liberation Flag in front of Cincinnati City Hall, which will be closed to honor Juneteenth.
The Black Liberation Flag in front of Cincinnati City Hall, which will be closed to honor Juneteenth.

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What's open and closed around Greater Cincinnati on Juneteenth 2023?

Banks: Although many banks observe federal holidays, they are not required to do so. Some banks will be closed, including Chase Bank, Bank of America and Wells Fargo. Credit unions usually close too, but be sure to check your local bank hours, just in case.

Mail services: Post offices will be closed on Monday, and the U.S. Postal Service will not deliver mail or packages. FedEx's website does not have Juneteenth listed as a holiday on its company website. Neither does UPS. Amazon delivery will not be impacted on Juneteenth, a company spokesperson told USA Today.

Trash pickup: If your trash pickup is through the city of Cincinnati and if your regular trash collection day falls on Monday, Juneteenth, your trash will be collected the following day. Rumpke will not have any delays in trash collection, according to its holiday schedule.

Schools: Cincinnati Public Schools, Covington Independent Public Schools, Newport Independent Schools, Kenton County Schools, Boone County Schools and Campbell County Schools will be closed.

Local government: City of Cincinnati and Hamilton County offices and services will be closed.

Campbell County, Kenton County and Boone County offices in Kentucky will be open, and in Ohio, Butler County, Warren County and Clermont County offices will be closed.

Federal offices: Juneteenth is a federal holiday. All nonessential government employees are off work and most government offices are closed.

Libraries: Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library locations will be closed.

Stock markets: American financial markets, including the New York Stock Exchange, will be closed Monday. Exchanges operated by Nasdaq Inc. will also be closed.

National parks: The parks invite visitors to commemorate Juneteenth by visiting any National Park Service sites on Monday.

Retail businesses and grocery stores: Most department stores, retail shops, restaurants and grocery stores will remain open, some of which will be offering specials for the day.

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