United States
2026 US holidays
A list of United States holidays for 2026, including observed dates and stock market closures.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Federal | – |
| Monday, January 19, 2026 | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Federal | – |
| Monday, February 16, 2026 | Washington's Birthday | Federal | – |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day | Federal | – |
| Friday, June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Federal | – |
| Friday, July 3, 2026 | Independence Day observed | Federal | July 4 falls on a Saturday in 2026. |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labor Day | Federal | – |
| Monday, October 12, 2026 | Columbus Day | Federal | – |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Veterans Day | Federal | – |
| Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | Federal | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Federal | – |
Source basis: US Office of Personnel Management. Last updated: June 2026.
NYSE and NASDAQ holidays 2026
Market holiday reference. Verify exact closures and early-close schedules directly with the exchange.
| Date | Holiday | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | – |
| Monday, January 19, 2026 | MLK Jr. Day | – |
| Monday, February 16, 2026 | Presidents' Day | – |
| Friday, April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | – |
| Monday, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day | – |
| Friday, June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth | – |
| Friday, July 3, 2026 | Independence Day observed | – |
| Monday, September 7, 2026 | Labor Day | – |
| Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | – |
Source reference: NYSE market hours and holidays. Verify directly with the exchange before trading decisions.
Practical uses
PTO and leave planning
Use this list to plan your annual leave around US public holidays. Combining a holiday with a weekend can create longer breaks — see the us long weekends in 2026 for pre-built three-day and four-day weekends.
Payroll and deadlines
Public holidays affect payroll processing deadlines and direct deposit schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekday, it reduces the number of business days in that period. See business days in 2026 for net working day counts per month.
School and childcare
Public holidays typically mean school closures, but exact dates vary by state, province or region. Check your local school district or education authority for the full academic calendar.
Travel and events
Book travel early around major holidays like New Year's Day and Christmas Day when demand — and prices — are typically highest.
Frequently asked questions
- Do holidays that fall on a weekend get observed on a different day?
- When a federal holiday falls on a Saturday, it is usually observed on the preceding Friday. When it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday.
- Are these national or regional holidays?
- These are national federal holidays. Individual states may observe additional holidays — see the US state holidays page for details. State holidays like Cesar Chavez Day or Pioneer Day are not included here. Browse US state holidays
- Can I download these holidays for my calendar app?
- Yes. Download the ICS file to import into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar or Outlook. Or download the CSV file to open in Excel or Google Sheets.
- How many federal holidays fall on weekdays in 2026?
- 11 of the 11 federal holidays in 2026 fall on weekdays. None fall on a weekend.