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Ellicott City Today
By the People, for the People
Presidents Day 2026 in Ellicott City: What's Open, Closed
Learn what's open and closed on President's Day Monday in Howard County, along with the services available.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Presidents Day on Monday, February 17, 2026 is a federal holiday, but not every government office in Howard County, Maryland will be closed. While county and city government offices, banks, the stock exchange, and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed, some public services and facilities like parks, community centers, and the landfill will remain open. The Howard County Library System and public schools will also be closed for the holiday.
Why it matters
Presidents Day is an important federal holiday that honors the office of the U.S. presidency, with many government offices and services closed to observe the day. Understanding what is open and closed in the local Ellicott City area is helpful for residents to plan their activities and access public resources on the holiday.
The details
On Presidents Day, Howard County and Ellicott City government offices, banks, the stock exchange, and the U.S. Postal Service will be closed. However, county parks, community centers, the landfill, and trash/recycling services will remain open. The Howard County Library System and public schools will also be closed. Some museums and historic sites will be closed, while others like the National Park Service will offer free admission for the holiday.
- Presidents Day is celebrated on the third Monday in February.
- Presidents Day 2026 will be on Monday, February 17.
The players
Howard County
The county government in Howard County, Maryland where Ellicott City is located.
Ellicott City
A city in Howard County, Maryland where this Presidents Day schedule information is relevant.
National Park Service
The federal agency that manages over 400 national parks, monuments, and historic sites, including offering free admission on Presidents Day.
The takeaway
While Presidents Day is a federal holiday, the specific services, facilities, and businesses that are open or closed can vary by location. Residents of Ellicott City, Maryland should check this guide to understand what will be available to them on Presidents Day 2026 in their local area.
