US Holidays 2026
All US federal holidays 2026 — dates, day of the week and the best days to take off for a long weekend.
US federal holidays 2026
Federal public holidays in the United States. Some states observe additional holidays.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01.01.2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | Holiday |
| 19.01.2026 | Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Holiday |
| 16.02.2026 | Monday | Washington’s Birthday | Holiday |
| 25.05.2026 | Monday | Memorial Day | Holiday |
| 19.06.2026 | Friday | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Holiday |
| 03.07.2026 | Friday | Independence Day (observed) | Holiday |
| 04.07.2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Weekend |
| 07.09.2026 | Monday | Labor Day | Holiday |
| 12.10.2026 | Monday | Columbus Day | Holiday |
| 11.11.2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Holiday |
| 26.11.2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Holiday |
| 25.12.2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Holiday |
Long weekends 2026
Holidays on a weekday where a single day off creates a long weekend.
New Year’s Day long weekend
New Year’s Day on Thursday January 1Take Friday January 2 off → 4-day weekend.
Thanksgiving Day long weekend
Thanksgiving Day on Thursday November 26Take Friday November 27 off → 4-day weekend.
Frequently asked questions
How many US federal holidays are there in 2026?
There are 12 federal holidays in 2026 (including any observed dates). Individual states may observe additional holidays.
Which 2026 holidays fall on a weekend?
In 2026, 1 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday; federal holidays on a weekend are usually observed on the nearest weekday.
Which days off give a long weekend?
New Year’s Day on Thursday January 1 · Thanksgiving Day on Thursday November 26
When is Easter 2026?
Easter Sunday 2026 is 5 April 2026. Note: Easter is not a US federal holiday.
Where can I download a 2026 calendar with holidays?
Our printable 2026 monthly calendars already mark the federal holidays — free in PDF, PNG and Excel on colomio.
