Martin Luther King Jr. Day Closures
Monday, January 19, 2026
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, several government offices, schools, and public services across the Tyler area will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Government Offices
Federal government offices
State of Texas offices
Smith County non-emergency offices
City of Tyler offices
City offices in Bullard, Whitehouse, Troup, Frankston, and Arp
Emergency services, including police, fire, and EMS, will remain operational.
Schools
The following school districts will be closed with no classes scheduled:
Tyler ISD
Bullard ISD
Whitehouse ISD
Troup ISD
Arp ISD
Frankston ISD
Several private and charter schools in the area will also observe the holiday.
Public Services
U.S. Post Offices will be closed, with no regular mail delivery
Most banks and financial institutions will be closed
City of Tyler transit services will not operate
Solid waste and recycling services in Tyler will follow a modified holiday schedule later in the week
Libraries & Public Facilities
Many public libraries and city-operated facilities will be closed for the holiday. Residents are encouraged to check individual city or library websites for reopening times.
