Is Presidents Day a federal holiday? See full 2026 schedule

Presidents Day (technically Washington's Birthday) means a long weekend for some. What to know about the upcoming holiday.

When is Presidents Day and what's closed on a federal holiday?

Since 1879, the U.S. has honored its commanders-in-chiefs with a day first dedicated to President George Washington's birthday.

What’s open and what’s closed in the DC region for Presidents Day 2026

Presidents Day celebrates the Founding Fathers of our country — particularly George Washington, America’s first president. With the holiday comes closures.

Is the Stock Market Open for Presidents' Day? Here's the Trading Holiday Schedule

U.S. stock and bond markets are closed Monday, Feb. 16, to mark Presidents' Day, which is when the birthday of former President George Washington is observed.

President's Day is Monday. Is the stock market closed?

Presidents' Day 2026 is Monday, Feb. 16. Find out if the stock market, including NYSE and Nasdaq, will be open or closed for ...

What's open and closed on Presidents Day in the Capital Region

From the post office to the DMV, here's what to expect on Monday.

What’s open and closed on Presidents Day 2026? Here’s what to know

Congress officially recognized Feb. 22 as Washington’s birthday in 1885, and in 1971, the Uniform Monday Holiday Law moved the observance to the third Monday in February. This shift, placing it ...