Presidents Day 2025, observed on Monday, February 17th, is a federal holiday in the United States that celebrates the birthdays of two of the nation’s most revered presidents, George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
The holiday, originally established in 1885 as Washington’s Birthday, was expanded in 1971 to include Lincoln’s birthday. Presidents Day is a day to remember and honor the legacy of these two great leaders and their contributions to the United States.
One Big Holiday 2025 refers to the proposal to combine several federal holidays in the United States into one extended holiday period in 2025. The specific holidays that would be included in this extended holiday have not yet been determined, but the proposal has been met with mixed reactions.
Some proponents of the One Big Holiday 2025 proposal argue that it would boost the economy by encouraging travel and spending. They also argue that it would give Americans more time to spend with their families and friends. Opponents of the proposal argue that it would disrupt businesses and schools and that it would be unfair to those who do not celebrate the holidays that would be included in the extended holiday period.
January 20, 2025, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the life and achievements of the civil rights leader. The holiday was first celebrated in 1986, and it is now observed on the third Monday of January each year.
Martin Luther King Jr. was a Baptist minister and a prominent leader of the civil rights movement in the United States. He is best known for his role in the Montgomery bus boycott, which led to the desegregation of public transportation in Montgomery, Alabama. King also played a key role in the March on Washington in 1963, where he delivered his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. King was assassinated in 1968, but his legacy continues to inspire people around the world.
The United Kingdom observes several bank holidays throughout the year, including one in 2025. Bank holidays are public holidays when banks and other financial institutions are closed, providing an opportunity for people to take a break from work and enjoy time off.
In 2025, the UK bank holiday falls on Monday, May 5th. This holiday commemorates the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II in Europe, known as VE Day. VE Day marks the day when the Allies accepted the surrender of Nazi Germany, bringing an end to the war in Europe. It is a significant day of remembrance and celebration in the UK, and the bank holiday provides an opportunity for people to come together and honor those who served and sacrificed during the war.
Bank holidays are days designated by law as holidays for banks and other financial institutions. In the United Kingdom, bank holidays are set by the Banking and Financial Dealings Act 1971.
The bank holidays in 2025 are as follows:
