In 1983, legislation was signed to mark the birthday of King as a federal holiday. It was first observed in 1986. The Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on January 20, 2020, marks the 25th anniversary of the day of service that celebrates the Civil Rights leader’s life and legacy.

According to the Corporation for National and Community Service, the federal holiday also stands to inspire Americans to serve their community. Its website says that in all 50 U.S. states, citizens deliver meals, refurbish schools and community centers, and collect food and clothing.

In 1994, the U.S. Congress designated the holiday as a national day of service and appointed the Corporation for National and Community Service with leading the effort. It is the only federal holiday observed as a national day of service and is known as a “day on, not a day off.”

So what is more important than making sure your local coffee house is open? As Martin Luther King Day is a federal holiday, some places might close. Newsweek has done all the hard grind for readers so nobody has to go without coffee.

What coffee houses are open on Martin Luther King Day?

Starbucks: Check your local branch as stores open at the manager’s discretion.

Dunkin’ Donuts: According to iHolidayHours, this coffee house remains open on this federal holiday.

Caribou Coffee: This coffee house chain normally remains open on Martin Luther King Day, but check your local branch for opening hours.

Biggby: In the past, the coffee house chain has remained open on this federal holiday.

Shipley: This brand is normally open on Federal Holidays, however, check your local branch for opening and closing times as they might be operating reduced hours.

Tim Hortons: The coffee shop has remained open during previous Martin Luther King Days, but check ahead of turning out.

Au Bon Pain: Check your local branch for specific opening hours.

Dunn Brothers: According to Holiday Shopping Hours, most of these coffee shops are open on Martin Luther King Day.

Krispy Kreme: The doughnut and coffee chain is normally open on this day but check local branches for specific hours.

Caffe Bene: As each coffee shop is a franchise, hours may vary depending on location.

Jittery Joe’s Cafes: Each location has its own hours to check ahead of time for more details.

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