Is the Post Office Open on Presidents Day?
No.
Post offices are closed on Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday).
Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday) is one of the eleven federal holidays when USPS retail counters close nationwide. In 2026 it is observed on Monday, February 16, 2026. After the observed holiday, retail service depends on the branch schedule; check the USPS location finder.
Presidents Day (officially Washington's Birthday) closes post offices, but it is a regular working day for many private carriers - UPS runs normal pickup and delivery.
Presidents Day - post office closure dates
Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday) falls on the third Monday of February. Weekend retail treatment can differ from the federal-employee observed day; check the USPS calendar for the year and your local branch.
| Year | Post offices closed (observed) | Status | After the observed holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, February 16, 2026 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
| 2027 | Monday, February 15, 2027 | Closed | Check local branch hours |
Is mail delivered on Presidents Day?
No. USPS does not deliver regular mail on Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday), and retail counters are closed. One exception: Priority Mail Express is delivered 365 days a year in many areas, including holidays. Regular service resumes according to local schedules; Saturday counter hours vary by location.
Are UPS and FedEx open on Presidents Day?
Private carriers set their own holiday schedules, which do not always match the post office:
UPS: UPS operates normal pickup and delivery.
FedEx: FedEx runs with modified service on some holidays - most FedEx Office locations stay open and many deliveries still run, but some services are limited.
Carrier details from the published UPS and FedEx 2026 holiday schedules (ups.com, fedex.com); services and locations can differ, so check the carrier before a time-critical shipment.
Common questions
Is the post office open on Presidents Day 2026?
No. USPS generally closes retail counters on Monday, February 16, 2026 for Presidents Day (Washington's Birthday). There is no counter service and no regular mail delivery.
When do post offices reopen after Presidents Day?
Branch counter hours vary, especially on Saturdays. Look up your location in the USPS location finder before visiting.
Can I still drop off a package on Presidents Day?
Collection boxes may still be accessible, but mail is not collected or processed until the next business day. Self-service kiosks in some lobbies remain available even when counters are closed.
Is Presidents Day a holiday for UPS and FedEx too?
UPS: UPS operates normal pickup and delivery. FedEx: FedEx runs with modified service on some holidays - most FedEx Office locations stay open and many deliveries still run, but some services are limited.