What’s open + closed for Presidents’ Day 2024 in Alabama
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Presidents’ Day—the federal holiday honoring those who have served as Presidents of the United States—is coming up on Monday, February 19. Read on to see what will be open and what will be closed on Presidents’ Day 2024.
About Presidents’ Day in Alabama
Dating back to an Act of Congress in 1879, Presidents’ Day was originally a federal holiday honoring President George Washington on his birthday, February 22. In 1971, the holiday was altered to be honored on the third Monday of February. Now, the holiday honors not only President Washington but all who have served as Presidents of the United States.
What’s closed on Presidents’ Day?
As Presidents’ Day is a state and federal holiday, most city, county, federal, municipal and state offices will be closed on Monday, February 19. These include (but are not limited to):
- U.S. Post Offices will be closed, and no mail service will run—except for Priority Mail Express.
- Public Schools will be closed.
- Garbage collection will take place on the following day, depending on local + county governments.
- And more
In addition, some non-government organizations will be closed on Presidents’ Day, including many banks. Financial markets like the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ will be closed on Monday, as well.
BONUS: Check out how to celebrate Presidents’ Day in Huntsville.
What’s open on Presidents’ Day?
Although public offices will be closed, many businesses will be open on Presidents’ Day—what’s more, many of them will be offering specials for the holiday! Check with your favorite shop to see if they’re having Presidents’ Day deals—and don’t forget to shop local!
How are you celebrating Presidents’ Day? Tag us @thebamabuzz to let us know!
