Austin Communications and Engagement

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February 13, 2026

City of Austin Closures for Presidents Day 2026

City of Austin

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

February 13, 2026

Contact:

Austin Communications & Engagement
512-974-2220

Most City of Austin administrative offices and other municipal facilities will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, in observance of Presidents Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 17. 
 
The following City services will continue to operate as usual:  
 
City of Austin Utilities Payments – Customers can make payments online at coautilities.com or by calling 1-833-375-4949. In-person payments are accepted at most H-E-B, CVS, Randall’s and Walmart stores.   
 
Austin Resource Recovery Curbside Collections – Curbside collections will follow regular schedules and will not be affected by the holiday. Customers can check their collection schedule anytime in the Austin Recycles app or at austintexas.gov/myschedule. The Recycle and Reuse Drop-off Center will be closed, but Austin Water’s Hornsby Bend Biosolids Management Plant will be open regular hours (8 a.m. - 3 p.m.) for yard trimmings and large brush drop off.  
 
Austin Parks and Recreation – City parks, golf courses, tennis centers, year-round pools and cemeteries will be open. Offices, Recreation and Senior Centers will be closed. Hours vary by location and so please visit the Parks and Recreation and Park Closures pages for up-to-date details. 
 
The City recommends utilizing the following public resources, if needed during the Presidents Day holiday.