What is Closed—And Still Open—on Presidents Day? A Full List

Presidents Day is Monday for the federal government and in states that celebrate the holiday honoring former President George Washington.

The holiday goes by several names depending on the state you live in, and some states celebrate it on different days or even don't celebrate it at all. The federal government celebrates the holiday as Washington's Birthday on every third Monday of February, when most states celebrate it. Former President Abraham Lincoln is also celebrated on this day by some states.

Here's a list of places that are open and closed in observance of Presidents Day.

Is There Still School on Presidents Day?

Most schools will be closed on Monday, depending on where you live.

The following states do not celebrate Presidents Day: Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, Rhode Island and Wisconsin. Indiana celebrates the holiday on December 24 and New Mexico celebrates it the day after Thanksgiving.

The USA Today Network found that multiple Georgia public schools are closed for Presidents Day, even though the holiday is not celebrated as a state holiday.

Your school calendar can also vary if it's a private institution. It's important to check your local schools to ensure they are open or closed.

Is There Still Mail on Presidents Day?

No mail from the U.S. Postal Service will be delivered on Presidents Day and post offices will be closed on Monday. However, UPS and FedEx services will be available.

Are Government Offices, Like the DMV, Open?

Non-essential federal government offices are closed on Presidents Day. The closure of state government agencies like the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will depend on if your state celebrates the holiday.

What Stores, if Any, Are Closed on Presidents Day?

Typically, retailers, including grocery stores, are open on Presidents Day. In fact, many places such as Walmart and Target have special sales for the holiday. Most pharmacies and restaurants will also be open. But it's always good to check with your local stores for their hours of operation on Monday.

Additionally, the stock market and bond markets will be closed on Monday and most banks will shutter.

History of George Washington's Birthday

According to the Julian calendar, which was used at the time of his birth, Washington was born on February 11, 1731, according to the National Archives. After 21 years, though, Washington's birthday was moved to February 22, 1732, when Britain and its colonies switched to the Gregorian calendar.

People celebrated Washington's birthday when he was alive, but it officially became a holiday on January 31, 1879, long after his death. It was moved to the third Monday in February in 1968 when Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act.