Are banks open on Patriot's Day in USA? Read about Patriot's Day here

Patriot's Day in US is on Monday, April 19, 2021. day is celebrated to commemorate Battle of Metomy and Battles of Lexington and Concord that led to formation of new nation. It marks beginning of American revolution.  Battles of Lexington and Concord began on same date in 1775 as Patriot's Day 2021 date. It is celebrated on third Monday of April in a few states of country including Wisconsin, Maine, and Massachusetts. While Patriot's Day is celebrated as a state holiday, a question more often is raised, 'Are banks open on Patriot's Day in USA?' Read ahead to find  answer.

Is Patriot's Day bank holiday?

Although on Patriot's Day, all schools, colleges and most businesses are closed, it is t marked as a bank holiday. day is celebrated as a state holiday in three states and is t considered a national holiday. three states enjoy several events on day. While Massachusetts and Maine celebrate it on third Monday of April, Wisconsin particularly celebrates it on April 19th. 

Patriot's Day celebration in Boston

In Boston, Massachusetts, day is celebrated with Boston Marathon. It is an annual event in which public can participate. It is also one of most viewed events and oldest annual marathon in world as it commenced in 1897. Residents of Florida also participates in Marathon but state does t observe any holiday on occasion. Boston Marathon was also celebrated during World Wars. Since 1897, it was never cancelled until 2020. Due to COVID-19 Pandemic, Boston Marathon was rescheduled to September from April in 2020. However, due to global situation, it got cancelled in May. 

baseball team of Boston, Boston Red Sox started playing in Fenway Park on Patriot's Day as a tradition in 1959. Its continuity has been affected several times due to wear conditions and in 2020 it was cancelled due to COVID-19. Despite  Boston Marathon bombing in year 2013, game was played as it ended before disaster took place. 

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