Is Columbus Day a federal holiday in 2027? Yes, Monday, October 11
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Yes: Columbus Day is a federal holiday in 2027.
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Yes: Columbus Day is a federal holiday in 2027. It falls on Monday, October 11, 2027, and OPM lists Monday, October 11, 2027 as the federal day off.
Columbus Day is one of the 11 federal holidays set by 5 U.S.C. 6103 and listed by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management for 2027. Federal offices close on Monday, October 11, 2027.
Private employers, states and schools are not bound by the federal list, so check your employer or district. Banks follow the Federal Reserve calendar: Federal Reserve Banks closed Monday, October 11, 2027.
| Item | 2027 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday date | Monday, October 11, 2027 | OPM |
| Federal (OPM) day off | Monday, October 11, 2027 | OPM |
| Federal Reserve Banks | Closed Monday, October 11, 2027 | Federal Reserve K.8 |
| Federal Reserve Board | Closed Monday, October 11, 2027 | Federal Reserve K.8 |
| Next federal holiday | Veterans Day: Thursday, November 11, 2027 | OPM |
FAQ
What day is Columbus Day 2027?
What day is Columbus Day 2027?
Monday, October 11, 2027. (Source)
Is Columbus Day 2027 a paid day off for federal employees?
Yes. OPM lists Monday, October 11, 2027 as the 2027 federal holiday. (Source)
Are banks open on Columbus Day 2027?
Mostly no: Federal Reserve Banks are closed Monday, October 11, 2027. (Source)
How many federal holidays are there in 2027?
Eleven, per the OPM 2027 holiday schedule. (Source)
What is the next federal holiday after this one?
Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11, 2027. (Source)
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