View the list of observed MARTA holidays with corresponding schedule changes and hours for 2020. In most cases, trains and buses operate on weekend schedules on holidays (trains every 20 minutes). You can view weekend and weekday rail schedules and bus schedules online or in the MARTA on the Go app.
Tip: We recommend using the real-time train arrival feature in the MARTA on the Go app or at marta.io for the best commute experience instead of relying on printed schedules.
Note: Most holiday schedules for 2020 have not been confirmed yet, but MARTA is already operating on a 20-minute train schedule all days of the week due to the pandemic. There is always service on holidays, and with this new schedule, the only changes might be a 6 a.m. start time if the holiday falls on a weekend.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
On Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, MARTA rail and bus service will be on Saturday schedules, with train frequency every 20 minutes. The Atlanta Streetcar will also not be running between 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. during the MLK March and Rally.
Memorial Day
MARTA trains and buses usually operate on Sunday schedules on Memorial Day. Explore public swimming pools near MARTA, which will be opening over Memorial Day weekend.
Fourth of July
Train service usually begins at 4:45 a.m. for the Peachtree Road Race, with varying frequency throughout the day.
Labor Day (Monday)
Trains and buses usually on Sunday schedules.
Thanksgiving Day
Schedules to be announced.
Friday After Thanksgiving
Schedules to be announced.
Christmas Eve
Trains and buses usually on Sunday schedule, with rail frequency of 20 minutes.
Christmas Day
Trains and buses usually on Sunday schedule, with rail frequency of 20 minutes.
New Year’s Eve
Schedules to be announced.
New Year’s Day 2021
Schedules to be announced.
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