Washington's Birthday Countdown
George Washington, the first President of the United States, was born on February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia. His birthday became one of America's first federal holidays, this countdown runs to the 295th anniversary of his birth on February 22, 2027.
George Washington's Birthday is on Monday, February 22, 2027, which is 197 calendar days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
How many days until George Washington's Birthday?
George Washington's Birthday is on Monday, February 22, 2027, which is 197 calendar days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
See where this falls among everything else — the event calendar.
A holiday older than most
Americans celebrated Washington's birthday during his own lifetime, and Congress made it a federal holiday in 1879, the first to honor an individual. The federal observance falls on the third Monday of February, which is why many people know it as Presidents' Day, but the actual birthday is February 22.
A calendar curiosity
Washington was actually born on February 11, 1731, under the old Julian calendar. When Britain and its colonies switched to the Gregorian calendar in 1752, his birthday moved to February 22, 1732, so he aged a year and 11 days on paper overnight.
Quick facts
- Born February 22, 1732, in Westmoreland County, Virginia
- Commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, president 1789, 1797
- His birthday became a federal holiday in 1879
- Mount Vernon holds celebrations on the actual date every year
George Washington's Birthday — frequently asked questions
When is George Washington's Birthday?
George Washington's Birthday is on Monday, February 22, 2027.
How many days until George Washington's Birthday?
197 calendar days, counting from today: George Washington's Birthday falls on Monday, February 22, 2027. The clock at the top of the page counts down to the exact second.
How old is George Washington turning in 2027?
George Washington turns 295 on Monday, February 22, 2027 (born in 1732).
What day of the week is George Washington's birthday in 2027?
In 2027, George Washington's birthday (February 22, 2027) falls on a Monday.
Updated August 2026 · time-and-space.science