U.S. Federal Holidays
U.S. federal holidays
Choose a year to see all federal holidays with the actual date, the observed date and the days to go. The next one is Columbus Day on Monday, October 12, 2026, 8 days from today. Today is Sunday, October 4, 2026.
Observed dates
When a holiday falls on a Saturday it is observed on the Friday before, and when it falls on a Sunday it is observed on the Monday after.
Not included
Election Day, Good Friday, Christmas Eve and other popular days are not federal holidays, and Inauguration Day applies only in the Washington, D.C. area.
Frequently asked questions
How many federal holidays are there?
Eleven since 2021, ten before.
What is the next federal holiday?
Columbus Day on Monday, October 12, 2026.
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday?
Yes, since 2021.
How are weekend holidays handled?
Observed on the Friday before or the Monday after.
Is Election Day a federal holiday?
No.
Is Good Friday a federal holiday?
No.
Is Christmas Eve a federal holiday?
No, unless an executive order closes agencies.
What is Inauguration Day?
A holiday only for D.C.-area federal employees.