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X-WR-CALNAME:United States Public Holidays 2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in United States for 2026.
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UID:new_years_day-2026-01-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:martin_luther_king_day-2026-01-19@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260120
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:lincolns_birthday-2026-02-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260213
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:washingtons_birthday-2026-02-16@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:good_friday-2026-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:good_friday-2026-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:truman_day-2026-05-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260509
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:memorial_day-2026-05-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:juneteenth-2026-06-19@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
SUMMARY:Juneteenth National Independence Day
DESCRIPTION:Juneteenth (June 19) commemorates the end of slavery in the United States\, marking the 1865 announcement of emancipation in Texas. Celebrations include parades\, festivals\, educational events\, and community gatherings. It became a federal holiday in 2021. Federal offices\, banks\, and schools are closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/united-states/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:independence_day-2026-07-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260704
SUMMARY:Independence Day (Observed)
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:independence_day-2026-07-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:labor_day-2026-09-07@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:columbus_day-2026-10-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:columbus_day-2026-10-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:veterans_day-2026-11-11@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:thanksgiving_day-2026-11-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261127
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:day_after_thanksgiving-2026-11-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261128
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:christmas_day-2026-12-25@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260428T081547Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261226
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/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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