Many Christians will be observing Good Friday on April 18 this year. It commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ and is observed through church services, prayer and fasting.
One of the biggest events will be the climb to Mount Cristo Rey in West El Paso.
Good Friday is also a day when some businesses may be closed or schools are not in session.
School districts in the El Paso area do observe Good Friday as a holiday. Classes will resume on Monday, April 21.
El Paso Community College will be observing the holiday. The University of Texas at El Paso campus will be open; students should check with professors if they have a class.
Here is a closer look at Good Friday 2025 closings and common questions about the holy day.
What is closed on Good Friday, April 18?
Books are Gems, at PNC Bank building, 7744 North Loop, Ste B will be closed. It will open at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 19 with an Easter celebration.
El Paso County offices are closed on Good Friday.
How is Good Friday celebrated?
Many in El Paso participate in the hike to Mount Cristo Rey on Friday, April 18.
On Good Friday, the gates will open at 7 a.m. for people to arrive and start climbing Mount Cristo Rey. There will be no main pilgrimage; people can climb at their leisure. The Stations of the Cross mark the trail, and people often stop at each one to contemplate each step as part of the path Jesus walked to Mount Calvary on the day of his crucifixion. Soft drinks, water and snacks will be available for purchase. The gates will close at 3 p.m.
Is there mail on Good Friday?
U.S. Postal Service facilities will be working on Friday, April 18. Mail will be delivered as usual.
Is Chick Fil A open on Good Friday?
Chick Fil A will be open for regular hours on Good Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Are banks closed on Good Friday?
Bank branches will largely be open on Good Friday. Capital One, Wells Fargo, PNC, Truist, CitiBank and JPMorgan Chase, among others, confirmed to USA TODAY branches would be open on Friday.
GECU and Raiz credit unions are open on Good Friday.
Are the libraries open on Good Friday?
The El Paso Main Library and other branches will be open on Good Friday, regular hours of 1 to 6 p.m. The Main Library will be closed on Easter Sunday, April 20.
Is FedEx open on Good Friday? Will packages be delivered?
FedEx pickup and delivery services are available and FedEx Office locations will be open on Friday, according to the company’s website.
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María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; [email protected]; @eptmaria.bsky.social on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok USAToday contributed to this report.
