Presidents Day 2026 in Bel Air: What's Open, Closed

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Presidents Day on Monday, February 17, 2026 is a federal holiday, but not every government office in Harford County, Maryland will be closed. While Harford County Public Library locations and public schools will be shut, some services like trash pickup will operate on a modified schedule. Most retail stores, restaurants, and bars will remain open, but banks, the stock exchange, and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed. The Harford Waste Disposal Center and tollgate yard trim drop-off facility will also be closed for the holiday.

Why it matters

Presidents Day is a federal holiday that is observed differently across the country, with some states and municipalities keeping more services open than others. Understanding the specific closures and modified schedules in the Bel Air area helps residents plan accordingly for the holiday.

The details

All locations of the Harford County Public Library will be closed on Presidents Day. Harford County Public Schools offices and buildings also will be closed. Regular Monday household trash pickup will be moved to Wednesday, while Tuesday pickup remains the same. There will be no bulk collection or yard waste pickup on the holiday. The Harford Waste Disposal Center and tollgate yard trim drop-off facility will be closed on Monday. Banks, the stock exchange, and the U.S. Postal Service will also be closed for the holiday, but most retail stores, restaurants, and bars will remain open.

• Presidents Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February.
• Presidents Day 2026 will be observed on Monday, February 17.