Presidents Day 2026 Guide: What’s Open, What’s Closed, and Where to Find the Best Deals Today
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood NJ, today, Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, is Presidents Day. As a federal and bank holiday, it honors the legacies of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. While many public services are on pause, the day is also one of the busiest for retail and errands.
Whether you’re looking to snag a bargain or just need to know if you can visit the bank, here is your essential guide to what is open and closed today.
Mail and Shipping Services
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USPS: All Post Office locations are closed. Regular mail delivery will not occur, though self-service kiosks at select locations remain available 24/7.
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FedEx: Operating on a modified delivery schedule. FedEx Office, Freight, and Logistics will maintain normal operations.
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UPS: Pickup and delivery services are available, and UPS Store locations are open. Note that Ground Saver or Mail Innovations may see a one-day delay.
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Amazon Prime: Delivering as usual today, including same-day options where applicable.
Banking and Finance
Most major financial institutions are closed today, including:
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Bank of America
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Chase
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Wells Fargo
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Citibank
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Capital One
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PNC
Note: TD Bank is a rare exception and remains open. The stock market is closed for the holiday.
Retailers and Grocery Stores
It is a major shopping day, with most retailers operating under normal or slightly modified hours:
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Grocery Stores: Costco (opening at 10 a.m. for most), ShopRite, Walmart, Target, and Whole Foods are generally open.
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Home Improvement: Both Lowe’s and Home Depot are open and offering major sales, with discounts between 40-55% on appliances and patio furniture.
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Malls: Major NJ hubs like American Dream (11 a.m.–9 p.m.) and The Mall at Short Hills (10 a.m.–8 p.m.) are welcoming shoppers.
What is Strictly Closed?
Expect total closures at the following institutions:
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Public Schools and Universities
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The DMV (Motor Vehicle Commission)
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Public Libraries
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Local, State, and Federal Government Offices
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Courts
Dining and Essentials
Most chain restaurants and convenience stores are open today. According to DoorDash, this is actually the 14th busiest day of the year for food delivery! Favorites like Starbucks, Wawa, and Chick-fil-A are operating normally. Additionally, most LabCorp locations are open for those needing medical appointments.
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The USPS needs to go. Long overdue. We should all stop using them for bill paying, etc. Move to online payments and paperless billing, and let’s help push this horrible dinosaur into extinction.