Credit Unions and Banks
Credit unions and banks are closed. Most credit unions and banks are closed on Presidents Day in observance of the federal holiday. There are a few banks that are an exception to the rule and are open.
Drug Stores
Drug stores are open. Major drugstores like CVS and Walgreens are open for regular business hours on Presidents Day. Smaller chains and independent stores will also be open but may operate on holiday hours. It is a good idea to call the pharmacy to make sure they are open if you need a prescription filled that day.
Federal Government Offices
Federal government offices are closed. Most federal government offices are closed on Presidents Day. Essential personnel such as law enforcement will be working and their offices will be open.
Garbage Services
Garbage services may or may not pick up. Garbage services will vary. Check with your local garbage service to verify if they will be picking up on Monday.
Gas & Service Stations
Gas stations are open. Gas stations should be operating on their regular Monday business hours. Most service stations will also be open on Presidents Day, but it is a good idea to call ahead and check their hours before you go.
Grocery Stores
Grocery stores are open. All grocery stores operated by a major chain are open regular hours on Presidents Day. Smaller retailers and local ethnic stores should be open, but it is a good idea to call ahead and verify before you go.
Libraries
Libraries may be open or closed. Most libraries observe federal holidays, but some will be open on Monday. Check with your local library to see if they will be open.
National Parks
National parks are open. National parks are open on Presidents Day. Check out the National Park Fee Free Days in 2019.
Post Offices
Post offices are closed. Post offices are closed in observance of the federal holiday. There will be no mail delivery or pick up on Presidents Day.
Public Transportation
Public transportation may be operating on reduced service. Many public transportation services (bus, rail) will be operating on holiday schedules. Check with your local service for their schedule on Monday.
Restaurants
Restaurants are open. Most chain restaurants will be open on Monday, Feb. 18. Many will have special deals for Presidents Day. Independently owned restaurants will most likely be open but call ahead to confirm since they may change their hours for the holiday.
Retail Stores
Large retail stores are open. All major retailers, like Macy’s, Target and Walmart, will be open regular business hours on Presidents Day. Costco closes for some federal holidays, such as Memorial Day and Labor Day, but will be open on Presidents Day.
Many major retailers will offer sales the week of February 19 to celebrate Presidents Day. There are some great deals available this week, but remember that it’s not a deal if you are buying something you don’t need.
Schools
Schools may be open or closed. Most public and private schools observe the federal holiday on Presidents Day, but it is up to the school district. Check with your school to see if they will be open or closed on Monday.
State and Local Government Offices
State and local government offices are closed. Most state and government offices will be closed in observance of the federal holiday. Essential services such as fire and law enforcement will be open.
U.S. Stock Markets
The stock markets are closed. The New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ observe most federal holidays and will be closed on Presidents Day.
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