Patriots' Day is not a holiday in Florida. It is primarily observed as a state holiday in Massachusetts and Maine, and in some parts of Wisconsin as a school holiday. Connecticut and New York also have historical connections to its observance, but it is not a widely recognized public holiday across the entire United States.
The origins of Patriots' Day commemorate the battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. These events took place in Massachusetts in April 1775. Consequently, its observance is concentrated in the New England region, particularly the states directly involved in these historical occurrences. Florida has no direct historical connection to these specific Revolutionary War events that would warrant its recognition as a state holiday.
Therefore, while Florida recognizes various federal holidays and its own state-specific observances, Patriots' Day does not fall under either category. Businesses, schools, and government offices in Florida operate as usual on this day, which typically falls on the third Monday of April.
