US Federal Holidays 2026
Full List of Dates, Days & Observance Rules
Looking for the federal holidays 2026 schedule? This page provides the complete official list of US federal holidays in 2026, including exact dates, days of the week, and how observances work when holidays fall on weekends. Perfect for vacation planning, payroll, school closures, or stock market holidays. Data sourced from OPM.gov.
2026 Federal Holidays – Dates at a Glance
| Date | Holiday | Day | Observance Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | New Year’s Day | Thursday | Fixed date |
| January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday | 3rd Monday in January |
| February 16, 2026 | Washington’s Birthday | Monday | 3rd Monday in February |
| May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day | Monday | Last Monday in May |
| June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth | Friday | Fixed date |
| July 3, 2026 | Independence Day (observed) | Friday | July 4 is Saturday → observed Friday |
| September 7, 2026 | Labor Day | Monday | First Monday in September |
| October 12, 2026 | Columbus Day | Monday | 2nd Monday in October |
| November 11, 2026 | Veterans Day | Wednesday | Fixed date |
| November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day | Thursday | 4th Thursday in November |
| December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Friday | Fixed date |
Official Disclaimer
Unofficial reference based on OPM.gov and 5 U.S.C. 6103. Weekend holidays typically observed on nearest weekday for federal employees. Private sector may differ. Last updated January 2026.