Public Holidays in the United States 2026
12 listed public holiday dates in 2026
The United States federal calendar is set by law and administered by the Office of Personnel Management.
United States Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 19 | Monday | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Washington's Birthday |
| May 25 | Monday | Memorial Day |
| Jun 19 | Friday | Juneteenth National Independence Day |
| Jul 3 | Friday | Independence DayObserved |
| Jul 4 | Saturday | Independence Day |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Labor Day |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Columbus Day |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Veterans Day |
| Nov 26 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day |
Both 2026 and 2027 federal schedules are officially published by OPM.
Federal vs State Holidays 2026
This page lists federal holidays. States, territories and private employers can recognize additional holidays or use different names.
Holiday Rules in the United States
When a federal holiday falls on Saturday, most federal employees observe the preceding Friday; Sunday holidays are generally observed the following Monday.
United States Holiday Calendar: What to Know
- There are 11 federal holiday names in law.
- Independence Day 2026 is observed federally on 3 July.
- States can add their own holidays.
- Private employers are not automatically required to close.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the 2026 and 2027 dates official?
Yes, OPM publishes both schedules.
Why is Independence Day observed on 3 July 2026?
4 July falls on Saturday.
Why is Christmas observed on 24 December 2027?
25 December falls on Saturday.
Is Presidents Day the legal federal name?
OPM uses Washington's Birthday, the name in federal law.
Sources & methodology
View sources used for this page
Official 2026 and 2027 federal holiday schedules and in-lieu rules.
Independent calendar cross-check used for date, weekday and observed-day review. Government notices and statutory rules take precedence where they differ.
Source hierarchy: government, statutory or institutional material is used as the primary reference where available. Timeanddate is retained only as an independent calendar cross-check. Later official declarations take precedence.