Presidents Day is another term used for the holiday celebrating George Washington’s birthday that is observed on the third Monday in February.

When Is Presidents Day 2025?

In 2025, Presidents Day falls on Monday, February 17.

Is Presidents Day A Government Holiday?

Presidents Day is a government holiday which means that many schools and government offices are closed along with some private businesses.

Presidents Day originally came from the federal holiday for George Washington’s Birthday.

But after the observance was changed to the third Monday in February, the holiday has become to be known as “Presidents Day” to celebrate both Abraham Lincoln’s birthday and Washington’s birthday in most states.

However, the federal government has never officially changed the name from Washington’s Birthday to Presidents Day.

Most banks are closed on Presidents Day 2025 because it is a federal holiday and the Federal Reserve Bank is closed on Washington’s Birthday.

Are Florida Schools Closed On Presidents Day 2025?

Most Florida schools are closed on President’s Day, but parents and students should check with their individual school district and school to make sure that there isn’t school on Presidents Day for a snow or hurricane make-up day: