Politics & Government

What's Open, What's Closed on Patriots' Day

Monday is Patriots' Day, which commemorates the first day of the American Revolution. 

The state holiday is also known as the day of the Boston Marathon and the 11:05 a.m. Red Sox game. 

Find out about the Lexington, Concord and Arlington events planned and read what you need to know if you're headed to the Boston Marathon

Here is what is open and what is closed on Patriots' Day:

  • Schools: Closed
  • City offices: Closed
  • Libraries: Closed
  • Banks: Open
  • Post offices: Open
  • Liquor stores: Open
  • Restaurants: Open
  • Taverns/bars: Open
  • Gas stations: Open
  • Malls: Open regular hours
  • Retail stores: Open
  • Supermarkets: Open
  • Trash/Recycling pickup: No, delayed by one day


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