Stock market holidays · Presidents’ Day
Is the stock market open on Presidents’ Day?
Presidents’ Day, officially Washington’s Birthday, is the third Monday in February. The NYSE and Nasdaq close for the full day.
No. The stock market is closed on Presidents’ Day.
Presidents’ Day market hours, 2026 and 2027
| Year | Date | NYSE & Nasdaq |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, February 16, 2026 | Closed all day |
| 2027 | Monday, February 15, 2027 | Closed all day |
What else is open on Presidents’ Day
- Stocks (NYSE and Nasdaq): closed all day.
- Bond market: Closed. SIFMA recommends a full close for the bond market.
- Banks: Closed. It is a federal holiday, and most banks follow the Federal Reserve’s schedule.
Washington’s Birthday on the exchange calendar
The exchanges list this day as Washington’s Birthday, which is its official federal name. Retailers and most calendars call it Presidents’ Day. Either way, it is the same Monday and the market is closed.
Options and futures
Listed stock and ETF options don’t trade when the stock market is closed. Some futures markets run a shortened session on federal holidays, so check your broker if you trade them.
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Presidents’ Day market hours — FAQ
Is the stock market open on Presidents’ Day?
No. The stock market is closed on Presidents’ Day.
Is the stock market open on Presidents’ Day 2026?
Presidents’ Day 2026 is Monday, February 16, 2026. NYSE and Nasdaq: closed all day.
Is the stock market open on Presidents’ Day 2027?
Presidents’ Day 2027 is Monday, February 15, 2027. NYSE and Nasdaq: closed all day.
Are banks open on Presidents’ Day?
Closed. It is a federal holiday, and most banks follow the Federal Reserve’s schedule.
Is the stock market open the day after Presidents’ Day?
Yes. Normal trading hours resume on the Tuesday.
Dates from the NYSE holiday calendar. Bond market hours follow SIFMA’s recommendations.
