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What's open and closed on Indigenous Peoples/ Columbus Day in 2025

Fall foliage was in full bloom on Beacon Hill, with downtown Boston's skyline in view in 2022. (Michael Dwyer/AP)
Fall foliage was in full bloom on Beacon Hill, with downtown Boston's skyline in view in 2022. (Michael Dwyer/AP)

Oct. 13 is Columbus Day or, depending on your town, Indigenous Peoples Day. Boston marks the latter, but the state and federal government stick with Columbus Day.

If you're using the long weekend to take in some fall foliage in the Berkshires, you're in luck: the leaves are set to hit their peak in the region that week. The rest of the state is not far behind.

Whether you're peeping the leaves or hanging at home, there are some key closures to note.

Federal offices: Closed.

Federal courts: Closed.

Post offices: Closed.

State offices: Closed.

RMV: Closed.

State courts: Closed.

Municipal offices: Closed.

Public schools: Closed.

Libraries: Closed.

Trash pickup: Check with your local government or provider. Boston residents can check for pickup delays by searching their address here.

Banks: Most banks will be closed. Check with your preferred location for more information.

Stock market: Open.

Retail locations: Closed before noon.

Liquor stores: Closed before noon.

Supermarkets: Open.

MBTA: The subway, bus and The RIDE will operate on a Saturday schedule. The ferry and commuter rail will run on a normal weekday schedule.

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