"Columbus Day, named after Italian explorer Christopher Columbus, occurs on the second Monday in October of every year, and celebrates Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492, in the Bahamas. However, due to criticism over the treatment of Native Americans who were here when Columbus "discovered America," President Joe Biden also officially named it Indigenous Peoples' Day in 2021. So technically, there are two holidays happening simultaneously today, with some cities and states celebrating one or both."
"Adding to the confusion, this year, on Thursday, President Donald Trump said: "We're calling it Columbus Day." In a separate presidential action on the White House website, Trump proclaimed Columbus "a true American hero," and said, "Outrageously, in recent years, Christopher Columbus has been a prime target of a vicious and merciless campaign to erase our history, slander our heroes, and attack our heritage.""
"Walmart, Costco, Trader Joe's, Aldi, and most supermarkets are open and have normal business hours. Some smaller local businesses may be closed, so check with those stores to see if they have modified holiday hours. CVS and Walgreens typically operate during normal business hours, but pharmacy hours could vary among locations. Most banks follow the U.S. Federal Reserve System 's holiday schedule, which declares it a day off. However, bank hours vary."
Columbus Day falls on the second Monday in October and this year lands on October 13, observed federally and often by schools. President Joe Biden officially designated the day Indigenous Peoples' Day in 2021, leading some jurisdictions to mark one or both observances. Many retailers and pharmacies operate normal hours, while smaller local businesses may close or alter schedules. Most banks observe the Federal Reserve holiday schedule and are commonly closed, though branch hours vary. U.S. stock markets remain open and some companies have differing approaches to the holiday, creating varied public observance and business operations nationwide.
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