Public Holidays in United States in 2026

Complete list of official public holidays and observances

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Official Public Holidays

12 holidays in United States for 2026

Holiday	Date	Day	Applies To
New Year's Day New Year's Day is the first day of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used in many countries...	January 01	Thursday	Nationwide
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Martin Luther King Day marks the anniversary of the date of birth of the influential American civ...	January 19	Monday	Nationwide
Presidents' Day Washington's Birthday, or Presidents' Day, honors the life and work of the first president of the...	February 16	Monday	Nationwide
Memorial Day Memorial Day commemorates all Americans who have died in military service for the United States.	May 25	Monday	Nationwide
Juneteenth Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day and Emancipation Day, is a holiday or observance in many US...	June 19	Friday	Nationwide
Independence Day (substitute) On Independence Day, Americans celebrate the anniversary of publication of the Declaration of Ind...	July 03	Friday	Nationwide
Independence Day On Independence Day, Americans celebrate the anniversary of publication of the Declaration of Ind...	July 04	Saturday	Nationwide
Labor Day Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It gives workers a day of rest and it celebr...	September 07	Monday	Nationwide
Columbus Day Columbus Day celebrates 15th century explorer Christopher Columbus's arrival in America in 1492.	October 12	Monday	Nationwide
Veterans Day Veterans Day in the USA is a holiday to honor all who have served in the United States Military S...	November 11	Wednesday	Nationwide
Thanksgiving Day Thanksgiving Day in the United States is traditionally a holiday to give thanks for the food coll...	November 26	Thursday	Nationwide
Christmas Day Christmas Day celebrates Jesus Christ's birth.	December 25	Friday	Nationwide

Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in United States.

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About Public Holidays in United States

Public holidays in the United States are designated days when federal employees are typically given a day off, and many private sector businesses also observe these holidays. The most recognized public holidays include New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day, among others. Each state may also have its own set of holidays, which can vary significantly across the country. Understanding public holidays is essential for effective absence management and staff leave planning, as businesses must navigate employee leave requests during these peak times. For more information on federal holidays, you can visit the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.