US Federal Holidays 2026
The year of long weekends! Check the complete list of federal holidays and start planning your time off and travels for 2026.
Official 2026 US Calendar
Standard Federal Holiday Schedule| Date | Holiday Name | Day of the Week |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year's Day | Thursday |
| January 19 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday |
| February 16 | Presidents' Day | Monday |
| May 25 | Memorial Day | Monday |
| June 19 | Juneteenth | Friday |
| July 4 | Independence Day | Saturday |
| September 7 | Labor Day | Monday |
| October 12 | Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day | Monday |
| November 11 | Veterans Day | Wednesday |
| November 26 | Thanksgiving Day | Thursday |
| December 25 | Christmas Day | Friday |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! 2026 is great for travelers. With holidays like MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day always on Mondays, you have several guaranteed 3-day weekends.
In the US, if a holiday falls on a Saturday, it is usually observed on the preceding Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday. In 2026, Independence Day (July 4th) falls on a Saturday and will be observed on Friday, July 3rd.
In 2026, Juneteenth (June 19th) falls on a Friday. This provides a mid-year long weekend for federal employees and many private-sector workers.
Christmas Day 2026 falls on a Friday. Likewise, New Year's Day 2027 will also be on a Friday, making it perfect for end-of-year holiday planning.
Federal holidays technically only apply to federal government employees and banks. However, most state governments and private businesses also observe these days, though some may differ (like Columbus Day or Veterans Day).
Yes, as these are official U.S. Federal Holidays, the United States Postal Service (USPS), the Federal Reserve, and most retail bank branches will be closed on these dates.
Travel Analysis
2026 offers great opportunities for domestic travel. Major holidays fall on Mondays and Fridays, making it easier to plan short getaways without taking extra vacation days.