Federal offices, U.S. post offices, and most bank branches are closed across the Dallas-Fort Worth area today for Veterans Day, while the stock market remains open and most local schools hold classes. The National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington is offering free admission, and national parks are waiving entrance fees for U.S. residents.
The holiday falls on Wednesday, November 11. The U.S. Postal Service will not deliver mail or keep post offices open, according to the agency. Major banks, including Chase, Bank of America, and Wells Fargo, are closed at their branches, though ATMs and online banking remain available. Transactions made today typically process on Thursday. Federal government offices, including Social Security and IRS locations, are also closed.
In Dallas, city offices, municipal courts, and libraries are closed, according to the City of Dallas. Garbage, recycling, and brush collection continue on their normal schedule, and 311 remains available for service calls. Dallas Area Rapid Transit operates normal hours. Eligible veterans can receive a 50 percent discount on rides with a veteran ID. Tarrant County offices are also closed for the holiday. Most private businesses, grocery stores, and restaurants set their own hours and remain open.
Most DFW school districts, including Dallas ISD and Fort Worth ISD, are in session today. Statewide, the large majority of Texas public schools treat Veterans Day as a regular instructional day.
The National Medal of Honor Museum at 1861 AT&T Way in Arlington is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free general admission for everyone, sponsored by Ben E. Keith Company. The day includes live music from the Arlington Symphony, programming with Medal of Honor recipients, and viewing for the City of Arlington Veterans Day Parade in the evening. National parks waive entrance fees today for U.S. citizens and residents.
Many restaurants across North Texas are offering free meals or discounts to veterans and active-duty service members with valid ID. Options include free entrées at participating Applebee’s and Cotton Patch Cafe locations, free drinks at 151 Coffee, and other deals that vary by restaurant. Officials recommend confirming participation and hours directly with each location.
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