Federal holidays 2026: 11 days off, next up Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11
There are 11 federal holidays in 2026 per OPM; the next one is Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11.
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There are 11 federal holidays in 2026 per OPM; the next one is Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11. 3 remain this year, ending with Christmas Day on Friday, December 25.
Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4, so federal employees observed it on Friday, July 3. The Federal Reserve Banks stayed open that Friday, which matters for direct deposits.
Private employers are not required to give these days off; OPM's list governs federal workers, and most banks and the Postal Service follow it.
| Date | Holiday | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1 | New Year’s Day | OPM |
| Monday, January 19 | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | OPM |
| Monday, February 16 | Washington’s Birthday | OPM |
| Monday, May 25 | Memorial Day | OPM |
| Friday, June 19 | Juneteenth National Independence Day | OPM |
| Friday, July 3 | Independence Day | OPM |
| Monday, September 7 | Labor Day | OPM |
| Monday, October 12 | Columbus Day | OPM |
| Wednesday, November 11 | Veterans Day | OPM |
| Thursday, November 26 | Thanksgiving Day | OPM |
| Friday, December 25 | Christmas Day | OPM |
FAQ
How many federal holidays are there in 2026?
How many federal holidays are there in 2026?
Eleven, set by 5 U.S.C. 6103. (Source)
What is the next federal holiday?
Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. (Source)
Is Black Friday a federal holiday?
No. It is not on OPM's list; only Thanksgiving Day (Nov. 26) is. (Source)
When was July 4th observed in 2026?
Friday, July 3, because July 4 fell on a Saturday. (Source)
Are banks closed on federal holidays?
Federal Reserve Banks close on these holidays except when the holiday is moved off a Saturday, such as July 3, 2026. (Source)
How many federal holidays are in 2027?
Also eleven; Christmas is observed Friday, December 24, 2027. (Source)