Florida
2027 Florida long weekends
Holidays that create three-day or longer weekends in Florida during 2027. Plan your time off around these extended breaks.
| Holiday | Holiday date | Weekend range | Days | Bridge strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 1, 2027 | Friday, January 1, 2027 – Sunday, January 3, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Jan 18, 2027 | Saturday, January 16, 2027 – Monday, January 18, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Washington's Birthday, Susan B. Anthony Day | Feb 15, 2027, Feb 15, 2027 | Saturday, February 13, 2027 – Monday, February 15, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 | Saturday, May 29, 2027 – Monday, May 31, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day observed | Jun 18, 2027 | Friday, June 18, 2027 – Sunday, June 20, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Independence Day observed | Jul 5, 2027 | Saturday, July 3, 2027 – Monday, July 5, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Labor Day | Sep 6, 2027 | Saturday, September 4, 2027 – Monday, September 6, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Columbus Day | Oct 11, 2027 | Saturday, October 9, 2027 – Monday, October 11, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Veterans Day | Nov 11, 2027 | Thursday, November 11, 2027 – Sunday, November 14, 2027 | 4 | Take Nov 12, 2027 off |
| Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving | Nov 25, 2027, Nov 26, 2027 | Thursday, November 25, 2027 – Sunday, November 28, 2027 | 4 | Natural long weekend |
| Christmas Day observed | Dec 24, 2027 | Friday, December 24, 2027 – Sunday, December 26, 2027 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
Source basis: Florida Department of Management Services. Last updated: June 2026.
Disclaimer: Long weekend dates are based on official government sources. Observed dates may vary by region or employer. Always verify important travel or leave dates with the relevant authority.
Frequently asked questions
- How many long weekends are there in 2027?
- Based on the Florida holiday calendar, there are 11 potential long weekends in 2027 (including those requiring a bridge day).
- What is a bridge day?
- A bridge day is a normal working day that falls between a public holiday and the weekend (for example, a Friday when a holiday is on Thursday). Taking PTO on a bridge day turns a 1-day holiday into a 4-day weekend.
- What counts as a long weekend?
- A long weekend is when a public holiday falls next to a Saturday or Sunday, creating three or more consecutive days off. Some long weekends span four or more days when holidays align with existing weekend days.
- Do these long weekends apply to all states or regions?
- Public holiday dates can vary by state, province or territory. The dates shown are based on national-level holidays. Check with your local government or employer for regional variations.
- Can I download these long weekend dates?
- Yes — click the CSV button above to download a spreadsheet-ready file with all long weekend dates for 2027.
Maximize your time off in Florida
Florida observes both federal and unique state holidays. To make the most of your PTO, consider taking the bridge days before or after these long weekends.