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What's Open and Closed in Florida on Presidents Day
A guide to holiday hours and operations for government offices, schools, mail, banks, and more
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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Presidents Day is a federal and state holiday in Florida, but not everything will be closed. Most government offices will be shut down, but most retailers, restaurants, and grocery stores will remain open, with many offering special sales. While most Florida schools are closed, a few counties will have classes. Mail will not be delivered, and the stock market will be closed, but UPS and FedEx will operate. Banks may have limited hours, and state parks will offer free admission on the holiday.
Why it matters
Presidents Day is an important federal and state holiday in Florida, and understanding what is open and closed is crucial for residents and visitors to plan their activities and take advantage of any special deals or offerings. This information helps the community navigate the holiday and make the most of the day.
The details
On Monday, February 16, 2026, Presidents Day will be observed in Florida. Most federal and state government offices will be closed, but many private businesses, retailers, and restaurants will remain open, with some offering sales and discounts. While most Florida schools will be closed, a few counties including Palm Beach, home to Mar-a-Lago, will have classes. Mail will not be delivered by the U.S. Postal Service, but UPS and FedEx will operate. Banks may have limited hours, and the stock market will be closed. Florida state parks will offer free admission for day-use visitors.
- Presidents Day is observed on the third Monday in February.
- In 2026, Presidents Day falls on Monday, February 16.
- The next federal holiday after Presidents Day is Memorial Day on May 25, 2026.
The players
Ron DeSantis
The Governor of Florida who added Presidents Day as a state holiday for 2026 as part of America's sesquicentennial celebrations.
Donald Trump
The former U.S. President whose Mar-a-Lago resort is located in Palm Beach County, one of the Florida counties that will have school in session on Presidents Day.
What’s next
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has announced that visitors can get free admission into almost all of Florida's 175 state parks through Monday, February 16, the last day of the Presidents Day holiday weekend.
The takeaway
Presidents Day is an important holiday in Florida, with a mix of closures and openings across government offices, schools, businesses, and services. Understanding what is available can help residents and visitors make the most of the day, whether taking advantage of sales, enjoying the outdoors at state parks, or managing their schedules around the holiday.
