Most, but not all, Florida schools will be closed today.

Only one county designates the holiday for Columbus Day.

See complete list by county on who is open and who is closed Monday, Oct. 13.

Columbus Day is here, although for some the day is celebrated as Indigenous People's Day.

On Oct. 9, President Trump issued a proclamation declaring Oct. 13, 2025, as Columbus Day to commemorate "Christopher Columbus’ historic voyage" and urging residents to "observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities."

While Columbus Day is a federal holiday, it's not a paid Florida holiday.

School districts decide what days to close schools.

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Schools will be closed in many, but not all, counties across Flor

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