Presidents Day, observed on Monday, February 17, 2025, will see a mix of closures and regular business operations across the country. While many businesses, including grocery stores and restaurants, will remain open, several institutions such as banks, post offices, government offices, and the stock market will be closed in observance of the federal holiday.
The holiday, originally known as Washington’s Birthday, was the first federal holiday to honor an individual’s birth date. Although commonly believed to celebrate all U.S. presidents, it primarily recognizes the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
Post Offices and Mail Delivery
The United States Postal Service (USPS) will be closed on February 17, and regular mail delivery services will not be available. USPS operations will resume as usual on Tuesday, February 18.
Banks and Financial Institutions
As Presidents Day is a federal holiday, major banks, including Capital One, Bank of America, Wells Fargo, PNC, Chase, Truist, and CitiBank, will be closed. Customers should plan their banking transactions accordingly, as in-person services will not be available.
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Shipping Services (UPS and FedEx)
UPS will operate its pickup and delivery services on Presidents Day, and UPS Store locations will remain open. However, UPS SurePost and UPS Mail Innovations deliveries may experience an additional one-day transit delay due to the USPS closure. FedEx services are expected to operate as usual.
Stock Market Operations
The Nasdaq, New York Stock Exchange, and U.S. bond markets will be closed on February 17 in observance of the holiday. Normal trading schedules will resume on February 18.
Government Offices
Federal, state, and local government offices will be closed on Presidents Day, including administrative offices and non-essential services.
Retail Stores, Grocery Stores, and Restaurants
Most grocery stores, shopping centers, and restaurants will remain open on February 17. Some businesses may operate under modified hours, so customers are advised to check with individual locations.
For those planning activities or errands on Presidents Day, it is important to note that while many commercial establishments will be open, financial institutions and government services will not be available until the following business day.
