George Washington’s Birthday, observed as a U.S. federal holiday on February 16, 2026, honors the birth and legacy of George Washington, the first President of the United States and a central figure in the nation’s founding.

Although Washington was born on February 22, 1732, the holiday is celebrated on the third Monday of February under the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. The observance recognizes Washington’s leadership during the American Revolution and his role in establishing the foundations of the U.S. government and presidency.

In observance of the U.S. Holiday, Family and MWR facilities may be closed or have modified hours. Please refer to the facility pages for hours of operation.