Presidents' Day Closures Announced Across San Diego

Most government offices, schools, and banks will be closed on Monday for the federal holiday.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Monday, February 17, 2026 is Presidents' Day, a federal holiday in the United States. This means that schools, government offices, banks, and other institutions across San Diego County will be closed for the day. Public transit will operate on a reduced Saturday schedule, while most parks, campgrounds, and golf courses will remain open with potential holiday rates.

Why it matters

Presidents' Day is an important federal holiday that honors the legacy of past U.S. presidents, particularly George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. The closures and reduced services on this day allow government workers and the public to observe and commemorate the holiday.

The details

All San Diego County government offices, state and federal courts, city and county libraries, and post offices will be closed on Presidents' Day. Schools from elementary to college will also be out of session. Banks will be closed except for ATMs, and the stock markets will not be trading. Most city of San Diego recreation centers, pools, and public buildings will be shut down, though Balboa Park will remain open. County-operated community centers in Fallbrook, Lakeside, Spring Valley, 4S Ranch, and Valley Center will also be closed.

  • Presidents' Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February each year.
  • This year, Presidents' Day falls on Monday, February 17, 2026.

The players

George Washington

The first president of the United States, whose birthday on February 22 was originally celebrated as a federal holiday.

Abraham Lincoln

The 16th president of the United States, whose birthday on February 12 is also honored as part of the Presidents' Day holiday.

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The takeaway

Presidents' Day is an important federal holiday that allows government workers and the public to observe and commemorate the legacies of past U.S. presidents. The widespread closures and reduced services on this day in San Diego reflect the significance of the holiday.