New York
2026 New York state holidays
A list of 2026 New York holidays including federal and state-specific observed dates.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Federal | – |
| Monday, January 19, 2026 | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Federal | – |
| Thursday, February 12, 2026 | Lincoln's Birthday | State | Observed on February 12 for state employees. |
| 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 | – |
| Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Election Day | State | Tuesday after the first Monday in November. |
| Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Veterans Day | Federal | – |
| Thursday, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | Federal | – |
| Friday, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Federal | – |
State holidays source: New York State Department of Civil Service. Federal holidays source: US Office of Personnel Management. Last updated: June 2026.
New York note: New York state holidays (Lincoln’s Birthday and Election Day) apply to state employees. Private employers in New York are not required to observe these additional holidays.
Disclaimer: Holiday dates shown are based on official government sources. State holiday observance may vary by agency, employer or locality. Always verify important legal, payroll or travel dates with the relevant authority.
Frequently asked questions
- Does New York observe Lincoln’s Birthday as a state holiday?
- Yes. Lincoln’s Birthday on February 12 is an official holiday for New York State employees. State offices are closed. It is not a federal holiday, so private-sector observance varies.
- Is Election Day a holiday in New York?
- Yes. Election Day (the Tuesday after the first Monday in November) is a state holiday for New York State employees. State offices are closed so employees can vote.
- How do New York state holidays differ from federal holidays?
- New York observes all 11 federal holidays plus two additional state holidays: Lincoln’s Birthday and Election Day. These extra holidays apply to state employees; private employers are not required to observe them.