Veterans Day, which commemorates Americans who have served in the military, is celebrated annually on November 11, with the holiday falling on a Monday this year. That could raise questions about which businesses and services, from banks to USPS mail delivery, are open or closed today.

Veterans Day was first designated by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919 to mark the end of World War I. Congress officially recognized it as a federal holiday in 1926, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Since the day marks military service, many stores and retailers are offering discounts to veterans, such as restaurant chain Bob Evans offering a free dinner to veterans and active duty military personnel, and Starbucks’ offer of a free coffee on November 11 to veterans, military service members and military spouses.

Here’s what to expect on Veterans Day this year.

Is Veterans Day a federal holiday?

Yes, Veterans Day is one of eleven federal holidays celebrated in the country each year, from New Year’s Day on January 1 to Christmas Day on December 25.

Are banks open on Veterans Day?

Generally, banks are closed on Veterans Day because November 11 is a federal holiday also observed by the Federal Reserve.

Bank of America, Citi, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and other major banks will be closed Monday for Veterans Day, although ATMs will remain open.

Will the mail be delivered by USPS on Veterans Day?

No. In honor of Veterans Day, US Postal Service stores are closed and no residential or business mail will be delivered. According to the USPS, the PO Box service will also be closed on Monday.

Is the fair open on Veterans Day?

Yes, the stock market will be open on Veterans Day, and this holiday is not celebrated by the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq. The next holiday on which the stock market will be closed is Thanksgiving Day, which falls on November 28 this year.

However, the bond market will be closed on Nov. 11 for Veterans Day, according to the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, the bond industry trade group.

Is Costco open on Veterans Day?

Yes, Costco is open on November 11, as Veterans Day is not one of the seven holidays for which all warehouses are closed each year. The retailer’s next closing day falls on Thanksgiving.

Are stores open on Veterans Day?

Yes, retailers are generally open on Veterans Day, and most are open during their regular hours. However, it’s always a good idea to check your local retailer’s opening hours in advance.

Veterans Day deals at retailers, grocery stores and restaurants

As mentioned above, many stores and restaurants offer discounts and deals to veterans and active military personnel on Veterans Day. Companies typically require service members to show their military identification to receive the discount.

Here are a few discounts and freebies that will be available on Monday.

• Bob Evans: A free dinner for American veterans and active duty military personnel
• Food Lion: 10% discount on groceries for active duty military and veterans
• Publix: 10% discount on groceries for veterans and active military personnel
• Sizzler: Free lunch for any active duty military or veteran until 4:00 PM at all locations except Utah, Idaho and Puerto Rico
• Starbucks: A free coffee on November 11 for veterans, service members and military spouses
• Goal: 10% discount for military personnel, veterans and their families