US Federal Holidays 2026: The US has recognized 11 official federal holidays every year. As per the research, these holidays are granted by federal government offices, banks, and many public institutions around the country. If you talk about official listings, here is the complete list of 2026 US federal holidays.
US Federal Holidays 2026: Complete 2026 US Federal Holiday List
- New Year’s Day – Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. – Monday, January 19, 2026
- Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day) – Monday, February 16, 2026
- Memorial Day – Monday, May 25, 2026
- Juneteenth National Independence Day – Friday, June 19, 2026
- Independence Day – Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Observed Friday, July 3, 2026)
- Labor Day – Monday, September 7, 2026
- Columbus Day – Monday, October 12, 2026
- Veterans Day – Wednesday, November 11, 2026
- Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 26, 2026
- Christmas Day – Friday, December 25, 2026
US Federal Holidays 2026: Holiday Observance Rules in 2026
If the federal holiday falls on a weekend, it is typically granted on the nearest weekday. In 2026, Independence Day falls on a Saturday, so it will be officially observed on Friday, July 3, 2026, for federal employees.
These holidays are recognised by the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM), which oversees federal holiday schedules and observances.
Federal holidays often lead to the closure of government offices, post offices, and banks. In private businesses, owners may choose whether to remain open. Planning around these dates can help avoid disruptions in services and travel.
