United States Federal Holidays 2026
United States observes 11 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 19 | Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Public |
| Feb 14 | Saturday | Valentine's Day | Observance |
| Feb 16 | Monday | Washington's Birthday | Public |
| Mar 17 | Tuesday | St. Patrick's Day | Observance |
| Apr 5 | Sunday | Easter Sunday | Observance |
| Apr 15 | Wednesday | Tax Day | Observance |
| Apr 22 | Wednesday | Administrative Professionals Day | Observance |
| May 10 | Sunday | Mother's Day | Observance |
| May 25 | Monday | Memorial Day | Public |
| Jun 19 | Friday | Juneteenth | Public |
| Jun 21 | Sunday | Father's Day | Observance |
| Jul 3 | Friday | Independence Day (substitute day) | Public |
| Jul 4 | Saturday | Independence Day | Public |
| Sep 7 | Monday | Labour Day | Public |
| Oct 12 | Monday | Columbus Day | Public |
| Oct 31 | Saturday | Halloween | Observance |
| Nov 11 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Public |
| Nov 26 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Public |
| Nov 27 | Friday | Day after Thanksgiving Day | Observance |
| Dec 24 | Thursday | Christmas Eve | Optional |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | New Year's Eve | Observance |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 19, 2026
About public holidays in United States
Public holidays in United States are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does United States have in 2026?
- United States has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in United States?
- The next public holiday in United States is Labour Day on September 7, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in United States?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in United States close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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