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February 16, 2026
What's Open and Closed on Presidents Day 2026? Here's What to Expect on the Federal Holiday.
Updated on: February 16, 2026 / 8:38 AM EST / CBS News
TL;DR
- Presidents Day is a federal holiday established to honor George Washington.
- Most Target stores, grocery stores (Aldi, Food Lion, Giant Food, Trader Joe's, Wegmans), and fast-food chains will be open.
- CVS Pharmacy locations will also be open.
- Most banks are closed for Presidents Day, as it's recognized by the Federal Reserve.
- The U.S. stock market, including the New York Stock Exchange, will be closed.
- The U.S. Postal Service will halt mail delivery and close retail locations.
- UPS and FedEx will make deliveries, though some exceptions may apply.
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