Costco, USPS, Banks & More — What’s Open and Closed on Presidents Day?
Will your go-to store or bank be open on Presidents Day? As the holiday nears on February 17, 2025, here’s what to know about openings, closures, and schedule changes.
Presidents Day, observed on February 17, is a federal holiday that impacts government offices, banks, and businesses nationwide.
Here’s what will be open, closed, or operating on adjusted hours this President’s Day 2025.
Vehicles cross the George Washington Bridge as an American flag flies at sunrise for Presidents Day on February 19, 2024. | Source: Getty Images
The United States Postal Service (USPS) will be closed, halting mail delivery and retail services for the day. Wells Fargo will not be in operation, and American Bank will also remain shut for the holiday, just as it was last year.
Capital One announced on X, formerly Twitter that their branches and offices will not operate, though customers can still access banking services through their mobile app and website.
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) will remain closed on Presidents Day, along with the New York State’s Department of Financial Services.
Despite the federal holiday, some businesses will stay open. Costco Wholesale Corporation (Costco) will operate as usual, as it only closes on select holidays such as New Year’s Day, Easter, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Walmart will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Among the banks, Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD Bank) will also operate on Presidents Day.
Shipping services will be affected. FedEx will be open on Presidents Day but will operate on an adjusted schedule. FedEx 1 will have modified services, while FedEx Office, FedEx Freight, FedEx Custom Critical, and FedEx Logistics will remain operational.
With schedules varying across businesses and services, customers are encouraged to check with specific locations for any changes in hours or operations.
Presidents Day, observed on the third Monday of February, was originally established in 1885 to honor George Washington’s birthday on February 22.
Geese fly over the National Mall with the U.S. Capitol behind the Washington Monument on President’s Day, February 15, 2021 | Source: Getty Images
In 1971, the Uniform Monday Holiday Law moved the holiday to create a long weekend, and over time, it became known as Presidents Day, recognizing Abraham Lincoln, born on February 12, and other U.S. presidents.
The National Archives preserves records of all presidents, while Presidential Libraries and Museums provide insights into modern presidencies, starting with Herbert Hoover.
