Presidents' Day 2027
Federal Variable
Presidents' Day is observed on the third Monday of February and officially honors George Washington, though it is widely seen as a day to celebrate all U.S. presidents. It is a federal holiday.
Presidents' Day - Date
| Year | Date | Day | week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Mon, Feb 16, 2026 | Monday | week 8 |
| 2027 | Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Monday | week 7 |
| 2028 | Mon, Feb 21, 2028 | Monday | week 8 |
| 2029 | Mon, Feb 19, 2029 | Monday | week 8 |
| 2030 | Mon, Feb 18, 2030 | Monday | week 8 |
History
Originally established in 1885 to honor George Washington's birthday (February 22), the holiday was moved to the third Monday of February in 1971 as part of the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. While officially called "Washington's Birthday," it is commonly known as Presidents' Day.
Traditions
- Taking advantage of Presidents' Day sales
- Visiting presidential libraries and museums
- Learning about presidential history in schools
- Enjoying a three-day weekend
- Reflecting on American democracy and leadership