Texas
2026 Texas long weekends
Holidays that create three-day or longer weekends in Texas during 2026. Plan your time off around these extended breaks.
| Holiday | Holiday date | Weekend range | Days | Bridge strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 1, 2026 | Thursday, January 1, 2026 – Sunday, January 4, 2026 | 4 | Take Jan 2, 2026 off |
| Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Jan 19, 2026 | Saturday, January 17, 2026 – Monday, January 19, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Washington's Birthday | Feb 16, 2026 | Saturday, February 14, 2026 – Monday, February 16, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Texas Independence Day | Mar 2, 2026 | Saturday, February 28, 2026 – Monday, March 2, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| San Jacinto Day | Apr 21, 2026 | Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Tuesday, April 21, 2026 | 4 | Take Apr 20, 2026 off |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 | Saturday, May 23, 2026 – Monday, May 25, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | Jun 19, 2026 | Friday, June 19, 2026 – Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Independence Day observed | Jul 3, 2026 | Friday, July 3, 2026 – Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Lyndon B. Johnson Day | Aug 27, 2026 | Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 4 | Take Aug 28, 2026 off |
| Labor Day | Sep 7, 2026 | Saturday, September 5, 2026 – Monday, September 7, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Columbus Day | Oct 12, 2026 | Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Monday, October 12, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
| Thanksgiving Day | Nov 26, 2026 | Thursday, November 26, 2026 – Sunday, November 29, 2026 | 4 | Take Nov 27, 2026 off |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday, December 25, 2026 – Sunday, December 27, 2026 | 3 | Natural long weekend |
Source basis: Texas Secretary of State — State Holidays. 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 2026?
- Based on the Texas holiday calendar, there are 13 potential long weekends in 2026 (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 2026.
Maximize your time off in Texas
Texas 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.