Are Banks Open on Presidents Day 2013? Bank Hours

February 18, 2013 is Presidents Day, a federal holiday to honor George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and other past U.S. presidents. Presidents Day falls on the third Monday of February. 

 While most people will use Presidents Day 2013 to reflect on the accomplishments of Washington and Lincoln and other presidents. Others may need to get some things done and are wondering if banks are open on Presidents Day.
 

Are Banks Open on Presidents Day 2013?

As a rule, most banks should be closed on Presidents Day  2013. The US Commercial Service website indicates that Presidents Day is a federal holiday, also known as a 'bank holiday,' which means that most major financial institutions are closed.

For what it's worth, US stock markets are closed to honor Presidents Day 2013.
 

That doesn't mean that your bank is closed on Presidents Day 2013. To be sure, it is best to contact your local bank.