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X-WR-CALNAME:United States Public Holidays 2003
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in United States for 2003.
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UID:new_years_day-2003-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030102
SUMMARY:New Year's Day
DESCRIPTION:New Year’s Day (January 1) marks the beginning of the calendar year after lively New Year’s Eve celebrations with fireworks\, countdowns\, and parties. Families often spend the day relaxing\, watching the Rose Parade in Pasadena or major college football bowl games. It is a federal holiday - banks\, government offices\, and most businesses are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:martin_luther_king_day-2003-01-20@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030121
SUMMARY:Martin Luther King\, Jr. Day
DESCRIPTION:Martin Luther King Jr. Day (third Monday in January) honors the legacy of the civil rights leader who fought for racial equality through nonviolent activism. Schools and communities host educational programs\, parades\, and volunteer initiatives. It is a federal holiday - federal offices\, banks\, and many schools are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:lincolns_birthday-2003-02-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030213
SUMMARY:Lincoln's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Lincoln's Birthday (February 12) remains a standalone state holiday in Connecticut\, Illinois\, Missouri\, and New York\, even though many states fold it into Presidents’ Day. State government offices\, courts\, and many public schools close in those states. It is not a federal holiday\, so federal offices and the Postal Service remain open unless it coincides with Presidents’ Day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:washingtons_birthday-2003-02-17@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030217
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030218
SUMMARY:Washington's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Washington's Birthday\, commonly known as Presidents’ Day (third Monday in February)\, originally celebrated George Washington’s birthday but now honors all U.S. presidents. Patriotic events\, historical reenactments\, and retail sales are common. It is a federal holiday - government offices and banks are closed\, though many private businesses remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:good_friday-2003-04-18@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030419
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday (the Friday before Easter) is not a federal holiday\, but it is an official state holiday in a number of states such as Texas\, New Jersey\, North Carolina\, and Indiana. It is also a nationwide financial observance: the NYSE and Nasdaq close. Most private businesses and federal services remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:good_friday-2003-04-18@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030418
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030419
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Good Friday (the Friday before Easter) is not a federal holiday\, but it is an official state holiday in a number of states such as Texas\, New Jersey\, North Carolina\, and Indiana. It is also a nationwide financial observance: the NYSE and Nasdaq close. Most private businesses and federal services remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:truman_day-2003-05-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030509
SUMMARY:Truman Day
DESCRIPTION:Truman Day (May 8) is observed only in Missouri to honor the birthday of Harry S. Truman\, the 33rd U.S. President. Missouri state government offices and courts close. If May 8 falls on a Saturday\, it is typically observed on Friday\; if it falls on a Sunday\, it is observed on Monday. It is not a federal holiday.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:memorial_day-2003-05-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030527
SUMMARY:Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:Memorial Day (last Monday in May) honors U.S. military personnel who died in service. Families decorate graves\, attend parades\, and gather for barbecues and outdoor events that mark the unofficial start of summer. Federal offices and banks are closed\; most retailers stay open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:independence_day-2003-07-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030705
SUMMARY:Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Independence Day (July 4) commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Americans celebrate with fireworks\, concerts\, patriotic parades\, and outdoor barbecues. Red\, white\, and blue decorations dominate towns and cities. It is a federal holiday - all federal offices and many businesses are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:labor_day-2003-09-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20030901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20030902
SUMMARY:Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:Labor Day (first Monday in September) celebrates the contributions of American workers and labor movements. It is a time for family picnics\, last summer vacations\, and the start of football season. It is a federal holiday - schools\, banks\, and offices close\, while many retailers hold big sales.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:columbus_day-2003-10-13@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031014
SUMMARY:Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day
DESCRIPTION:Columbus Day (second Monday in October) commemorates Christopher Columbus’s 1492 arrival in the Americas. In many states\, it is observed instead as Indigenous Peoples’ Day\, recognizing Native American history and cultures. Federal offices and banks are closed\, though most private businesses remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:columbus_day-2003-10-13@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031014
SUMMARY:Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day
DESCRIPTION:Columbus Day (second Monday in October) commemorates Christopher Columbus’s 1492 arrival in the Americas. In many states\, it is observed instead as Indigenous Peoples’ Day\, recognizing Native American history and cultures. Federal offices and banks are closed\, though most private businesses remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:columbus_day-2003-10-13@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031014
SUMMARY:Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day
DESCRIPTION:Columbus Day (second Monday in October) commemorates Christopher Columbus’s 1492 arrival in the Americas. In many states\, it is observed instead as Indigenous Peoples’ Day\, recognizing Native American history and cultures. Federal offices and banks are closed\, though most private businesses remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:veterans_day-2003-11-11@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031112
SUMMARY:Veterans Day
DESCRIPTION:Veterans Day (November 11) honors all U.S. military veterans. Parades\, ceremonies at memorials\, and school programs highlight the day. It is a federal holiday - government offices\, banks\, and post offices close\, while shops often offer discounts for veterans.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:thanksgiving_day-2003-11-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031128
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Day
DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November) celebrates gratitude\, harvest traditions\, and family unity. Americans gather for a turkey feast with stuffing\, pies\, and cranberry sauce\, watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City\, and enjoy football games. It is a federal holiday - banks\, schools\, and most businesses close\, though many retailers prepare for Black Friday sales the following day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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BEGIN:VEVENT
UID:day_after_thanksgiving-2003-11-28@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031129
SUMMARY:Day After Thanksgiving (Black Friday)
DESCRIPTION:The Day After Thanksgiving (Black Friday) follows Thanksgiving Day and is widely known for major retail sales. It is not a federal holiday but is observed as a state holiday in several states\, often with state offices closed while federal offices remain open.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:christmas_day-2003-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260429T202231Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20031225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20031226
SUMMARY:Christmas Day
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Day (December 25) is celebrated nationwide with decorated trees\, gift exchanges\, church services\, and festive meals. Both religious and secular traditions are widespread. It is a federal holiday - federal offices\, schools\, and most businesses are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2003
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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