16 holidays including 10 national and 6 regional observances.
Overview, context, and quick answers for 2026.
United States observes 16 public holidays throughout 2026, including 10 national and 6 regional. 13 are official public holidays with government recognition.
Use the monthly calendar below for exact dates. Planning in United States means tracking both fixed-date holidays and variable dates set by calendar or decree.
Public holidays affect government hours, banking, and many businesses. Use this list to avoid conflicts and plan travel or operations in United States.
United States has 16 public holidays in 2026, including 10 national and 6 regional. 13 are official government-recognized public holidays.
Major holidays include national days, religious observances, and cultural events—often with closures for government offices, banks, and many businesses.
Yes. Many offices and banks close or reduce hours on public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.
Yes. United States has both nationwide holidays and regional observances in specific areas or communities.
All observances for 2026, grouped by month.
New Year's Day marks the start of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a day for celebrations and new beginnings.
This holiday honors the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., a prominent leader in the Civil Rights Movement. It is a day of service and reflection on equality and justice.
This day commemorates the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States. He is remembered for his leadership during the Civil War and his role in abolishing slavery.
Presidents Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February. It honors all past and present presidents of the United States.
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum.
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed during Holy Week as part of the Paschal Triduum.
Truman Day honors Harry S. Truman, the 33rd President of the United States. It is primarily observed in Missouri, Truman's home state.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States for honoring and mourning the military personnel who have died in the performance of their military duties. It is observed on the last Monday of May.
Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It marks the anniversary of the order by Major General Gordon Granger proclaiming freedom for slaves in Texas on June 19, 1865.
Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It marks the United States' declaration of independence from Great Britain.
Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States celebrated on the first Monday of September. It celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers.
Columbus Day commemorates the arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas. It is a day to celebrate Italian-American heritage.
Indigenous Peoples' Day is a holiday that celebrates and honors Native American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. It is celebrated on the same day as Columbus Day.
Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States dedicated to honoring military veterans. It is observed on November 11th.
Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and Canada. It is a day for giving thanks for the blessing of the harvest and of the preceding year.
Christmas Day is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. It is celebrated on December 25th and is often associated with gift-giving and family gatherings.
United States has 16 public holidays in 2026, including 10 national and 6 regional observances.
No. There are 10 national holidays and 6 regional holidays that apply only in certain areas.
13 holidays are marked as public; these are typically the most important for closures and time off.
Dates are spread across the year—see the monthly calendar above for each exact date in 2026.
Government offices usually close on official public holidays; private businesses vary by sector and region.
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