US State Holidays
US state holidays by state
Many US states observe holidays beyond the 11 federal holidays. Select a state below to see all federal and state-specific observed dates.
California
California state holidays beyond federal holidays
Source: California Department of Human Resources
Texas
Texas state holidays beyond federal holidays
Source: Texas Secretary of State — State Holidays
New York
New York state holidays beyond federal holidays
Source: New York State Department of Civil Service
Florida
Florida state holidays beyond federal holidays
Source: Florida Department of Management Services
Illinois
Illinois state holidays beyond federal holidays
Source: Illinois Secretary of State — State Holidays
Frequently asked questions
- What is the difference between federal and state holidays?
- Federal holidays are observed by the US government and apply to federal employees nationwide. State holidays are set by individual states and typically apply only to state employees. Private employers are not required to observe either, though many do.
- Do private employers have to observe state holidays?
- No. Neither federal nor state holidays are mandatory for private-sector employers in most cases. Employers choose which holidays to offer as paid time off based on company policy, contracts or collective bargaining agreements.
- Which states have the most state-specific holidays?
- It varies widely. Some states (like Texas and Illinois) observe several additional holidays beyond federal ones, while others closely mirror the federal calendar. Check individual state pages for details.