Presidents' Day, officially Washington's Birthday at the federal governmental level, is a holiday in the United States celebrated on the third Monday of February.

1 day ago · George Washington’s Birthday is still celebrated as a federal holiday on the third Monday in February. While some states celebrate February 22 as “Presidents Day,” the official federal holiday continues to be known as Washington’s Birthday. Happy Washington’s Birthday! Read more about Washington’s Birthday:

Dec 27, 2023 · George Washington's Birthday is celebrated as a federal holiday on the third Monday in February. It is one of eleven permanent holidays established by Congress. Federal holidays apply only to the federal government and the District of Columbia; Congress has never declared a national holiday binding in all states and each state decides its own ...

Feb 22, 2018 · Happy Birthday, George Washington—sword of the American Revolution and a pillar of support during America’s infancy. In his June 8, 1783 address to the states, Washington recognized the promise this fledgling nation held:

Throughout its history, citizens of the United States have gathered to commemorate George Washington's birthday in honor of his service to the nation. See how these celebrations have changed in the more than 280 years since Washington's birth.

Feb 14, 2024 · On the third Monday in February, we honor our first President, George Washington, whose birthday is February 22. We also traditionally honor President Abraham Lincoln, whose birthday is February 12.

Feb 23, 2013 · Today is the 281st birthday of George Washington, born February 22nd. His birthday has been celebrated ever since the revolution, and it was made an official federal holiday in 1879. In 1971 it was moved to third Monday in February and turned into a celebration of the presidents as Presidents Day.

Today, February 22, 2018, is George Washington’s 286th birthday. We asked some of our editors and contributors to reflect on George Washington, his role in American history, and the importance of celebrating this day.

Feb 22, 2017 · Dean Malissa, dressed as President George Washington, poses for a selfie with visitors at Mount Vernon Estate in Mount Vernon, Va. Feb. 22, 2017, marks the 285th anniversary of the birth of...

Even though we as a nation celebrated his birthday holiday on Monday, today—February 22—is George Washington’s actual birthday. (To learn more about Washington’s life and career, read our short biography here.)