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When is Washington's Birthday 1972?
Monday, February 21, 1972
Monday · US week 9 · ISO week 1972-W08
This date has passed for 1972
February 1972 holidays →Next 10 Washington's Birthday dates
Day of the week and countdown for each year — computed from the holiday rule in our database.
| Year | Date | Day | Days to go |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | February 21, 1972 | Monday | Passed |
| 1973 | February 19, 1973 | Monday | Passed |
| 1974 | February 18, 1974 | Monday | Passed |
| 1975 | February 17, 1975 | Monday | Passed |
| 1976 | February 16, 1976 | Monday | Passed |
| 1977 | February 21, 1977 | Monday | Passed |
| 1978 | February 20, 1978 | Monday | Passed |
| 1979 | February 19, 1979 | Monday | Passed |
| 1980 | February 18, 1980 | Monday | Passed |
| 1981 | February 16, 1981 | Monday | Passed |
What is Washington's Birthday?
Washington's Birthday is a US federal holiday. Washington's Birthday is observed on the third Monday in February. It is often called Presidents' Day in retail advertising.
Americans use this date for planning time off, travel, school events, and retail promotions. Mark it on your 1972 calendar early so team schedules and family plans stay aligned with public closures and local observances.
When is Washington's Birthday?
Washington's Birthday is observed on the third Monday in February. It is often called Presidents' Day in retail advertising. The countdown and next-ten-years table above lists exact weekdays for 1972 and future years, including how many days remain until the next occurrence.
Floating holidays shift on the calendar; fixed dates like July 4 or December 25 stay on the same month and day every year. If the date falls on a weekend, federal observance may move to an adjacent weekday—confirm with your employer for time-off policies.
History and background
Originally honoring George Washington's February 22 birthday, the federal holiday shifted to Monday under the Uniform Monday Holiday Act. Some states also honor Lincoln's legacy in February.
Understanding the history helps explain why schools, media, and local governments schedule related events around the same season each year.
How people observe Washington's Birthday
Retail sales events dominate public awareness. Federal offices, banks, and many schools close on the Monday observance.
Neighborhoods and workplaces vary: some close entirely on federal holidays, while cultural observances may continue with normal business hours. Check local listings for parades, sales, or volunteer opportunities tied to this date.
Calendar planning tip
Treat the third Monday in February as a federal closure day in 1972. Expect sales traffic if you work in retail.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Presidents' Day the official name?
The federal holiday remains Washington's Birthday in law, though many states and stores use Presidents' Day in marketing.
Is Washington's Birthday a federal holiday?
Yes. The third Monday in February is a federal holiday with widespread closures.
Does it always fall on February 22?
No. The Monday observance can fall between February 15 and 21 depending on the year.