Moving Companies Open on Weekends and Holidays: What to Know About Scheduling

The vast majority of moving companies operate on Saturdays, and most work Sundays as well. Moving is a weekend-heavy business by nature, since most consumers prefer not to take time off work. The table below breaks down typical availability, surcharges, and booking difficulty by day of the week.

Holiday moves are possible but come with higher costs and limited availability. Most movers close entirely on Thanksgiving and Christmas. The remaining major holidays are a mix of reduced crews and premium pricing.

The surcharges listed below are typical ranges. Some companies charge flat holiday fees instead of percentage increases. Always confirm holiday pricing in writing before booking.

The price difference between a Tuesday move and a Saturday move is meaningful, especially for larger households. The table below shows approximate pricing differences by move size for a local move (under 50 miles) based on industry averages.

These figures represent typical local moves with a standard crew. Long-distance moves are priced differently and weekend surcharges may be smaller as a percentage of the total cost.

Some moves have to happen on weekends. Lease turnover dates, work schedules, and building elevator reservations can force your hand. If you must move on a Saturday, book at least 2 to 3 weeks in advance, especially during the summer peak season (May through September).

If your schedule is flexible, the savings from a midweek move are real. Tuesday and Wednesday are typically the cheapest days to move, with the widest availability and the shortest booking lead times. You can often book a midweek move with less than a week's notice, even during peak season.

Day of the week is not the only scheduling factor. The last 3 to 5 days of any month are peak moving days regardless of whether they fall on a weekday or weekend. This is because most leases start and end on the 1st, which means the final days of each month see a surge in move-out activity.

A Tuesday on September 29th may be harder to book and more expensive than a Saturday on September 13th. If you can time your move for mid-month, you avoid both the weekend premium and the end-of-month crunch.

The most expensive moving day of the year is typically the last Saturday of June, July, or August. The cheapest is a midweek day in January or February.