What's Closed on Columbus Day 2015 in Tampa Bay?

Monday, Oct. 12 is Columbus Day in the United States and that means Tampa Bay area residents can anticipate running into a few closings here and there as some recognize a three-day weekend.

Considered a federal holiday, Columbus Day does result in closings at that governmental level. That means local federal government offices will closed and regular mail service won’t run. The state of Florida does not take the day off nor do most counties.

Residents can also anticipate banks that follow the federal schedule will have their doors closed on Monday, as well. It’s best to check with local branches before heading out to cash a check.

As for school kids, they’re going to have to hit the books. Here’s a look at the next day off for kids in counties across the bay:

• Sarasota – While Columbus Day is a time for class, kids here get Oct. 30 off for a teacher professional day.
• Manatee – Kids in this county report to school on Oct. 12 like normal, but they do get an early release on Oct. 14. The next full day off is Oct. 26, according to the district’s calendar.
• Pasco – The next day off in this county is Oct. 26 for a teacher planning day.
• Hillsborough – Students report to school on Columbus Day Monday, but they too get Oct. 26 off for a teacher planning day.
• Pinellas – Kids in this county get Oct. 19 off for a teacher planning day.

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