Federal and State Holidays in United States (2026) 🇺🇸

Q: When is the next public holiday in United States?

The next public holiday in United States is Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, 2026 — today.

Q: Is today a public holiday in United States?

Yes — today is Independence Day in United States.

Q: How many public holidays does United States have in 2026?

United States has 12 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in United States?

The most recent public holiday in United States was Independence Day (observed) on Friday, July 3, 2026 — yesterday.

Q: What are the upcoming public holidays in United States?

The next 5 public holidays in United States:Saturday, July 4, 2026: Independence DayMonday, September 7, 2026: Labor DayMonday, October 12, 2026: Columbus DayWednesday, November 11, 2026: Veterans DayThursday, November 26, 2026: Thanksgiving Day

Q: How does United States's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

United States has 12 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:Canada: 5 public holidaysMexico: 7 public holidaysCuba: 10 public holidays

Q: How many public holidays does United States have in 2027?

United States will have 15 public holidays in 2027.

Q: Does United States have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — United States has 57 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.

United States observes 12 public holidays this year, with 15 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Independence Day. The most recent was Independence Day (observed).

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This year, United States observes 12 public holidays, with 15 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is Independence Day on 4 Jul. The most recently passed holiday was Independence Day (observed). Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for United States.

2026 National Holidays in United States

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

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Holidays in different states:

Federal Holidays
Alabama
Alaska
American Samoa
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Guam
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Northern Mariana Islands
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Puerto Rico
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Utah
Vermont
Virgin Islands, U.S.
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

State & Regional Holidays in United States

Alabama Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day / American Indian Heritage Day / Fraternal Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Alaska Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
18 Oct	Sunday	Alaska Day
19 Oct	Monday	Alaska Day (observed)
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

American Samoa Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
16 Jul	Thursday	Manu'a Islands Cession Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Oct	Sunday	White Sunday
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Arizona Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Arkansas Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

California Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Colorado Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
5 Oct	Monday	Frances Xavier Cabrini Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Connecticut Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Delaware Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

District of Columbia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Florida Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Friday After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Georgia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	State Holiday
24 Dec	Thursday	Washington's Birthday
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Guam Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
21 Jul	Tuesday	Liberation Day (Guam)
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
2 Nov	Monday	All Souls' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
8 Dec	Tuesday	Lady of Camarin Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Hawaii Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
21 Aug	Friday	Statehood Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Idaho Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Illinois Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Indiana Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Lincoln's Birthday
24 Dec	Thursday	Washington's Birthday
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Iowa Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Kansas Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
24 Dec	Thursday	Christmas Eve
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Kentucky Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
31 Dec	Thursday	New Year's Eve

Louisiana Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Maine Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Maryland Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	American Indian Heritage Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Massachusetts Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Michigan Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
24 Dec	Thursday	Christmas Eve
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
31 Dec	Thursday	New Year's Eve

Minnesota Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Mississippi Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Missouri Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Montana Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Nebraska Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Nevada Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
30 Oct	Friday	Nevada Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Family Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

New Hampshire Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

New Jersey Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

New Mexico Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Presidents' Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

New York Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

North Carolina Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
24 Dec	Thursday	Christmas Eve
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Day After Christmas
28 Dec	Monday	Day After Christmas (observed)

North Dakota Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Northern Mariana Islands Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Commonwealth Cultural Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
4 Nov	Wednesday	Citizenship Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
8 Dec	Tuesday	Constitution Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Ohio Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Oklahoma Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Oregon Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Pennsylvania Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Puerto Rico Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
25 Jul	Saturday	Constitution Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
19 Nov	Thursday	Discovery Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Rhode Island Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
10 Aug	Monday	Victory Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day / Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

South Carolina Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

South Dakota Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Native Americans' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Tennessee Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Texas Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
27 Aug	Thursday	Lyndon Baines Johnson Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Friday After Thanksgiving
24 Dec	Thursday	Christmas Eve
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Day After Christmas

United States Minor Outlying Islands Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Utah Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
24 Jul	Friday	Pioneer Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Vermont Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
16 Aug	Sunday	Bennington Battle Day
17 Aug	Monday	Bennington Battle Day (observed)
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Virgin Islands, U.S. Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day and Puerto Rico Friendship Day
1 Nov	Sunday	Liberty Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Christmas Second Day

Virginia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Indigenous Peoples' Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Washington Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

West Virginia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
12 Oct	Monday	Columbus Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Election Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
27 Nov	Friday	Day After Thanksgiving
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Wisconsin Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
24 Dec	Thursday	Christmas Eve
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
31 Dec	Thursday	New Year's Eve

Wyoming Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
4 Jul	Saturday	Independence Day
7 Sep	Monday	Labor Day
11 Nov	Wednesday	Veterans Day
26 Nov	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in United States

When is the next public holiday in United States?

The next public holiday in United States is Independence Day on Saturday, July 4, 2026 — today.

Is today a public holiday in United States?

Yes — today is Independence Day in United States.

How many public holidays does United States have in 2026?

United States has 12 public holidays in 2026.

What was the most recent public holiday in United States?

The most recent public holiday in United States was Independence Day (observed) on Friday, July 3, 2026 — yesterday.

What are the upcoming public holidays in United States?

The next 5 public holidays in United States:

Saturday, July 4, 2026: Independence Day
Monday, September 7, 2026: Labor Day
Monday, October 12, 2026: Columbus Day
Wednesday, November 11, 2026: Veterans Day
Thursday, November 26, 2026: Thanksgiving Day

How does United States's holiday count compare to its neighbours?

United States has 12 public holidays this year. Neighbours for comparison:

Canada: 5 public holidays
Mexico: 7 public holidays
Cuba: 10 public holidays

How many public holidays does United States have in 2027?

United States will have 15 public holidays in 2027.

Does United States have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — United States has 57 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.