Is MLK Day a federal holiday in 2027? Yes, Monday, January 18
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Yes: MLK Day is a federal holiday in 2027.
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Yes: MLK Day is a federal holiday in 2027. It falls on Monday, January 18, 2027, and OPM lists Monday, January 18, 2027 as the federal day off.
Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. 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, January 18, 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, January 18, 2027.
| Item | 2027 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday date | Monday, January 18, 2027 | OPM |
| Federal (OPM) day off | Monday, January 18, 2027 | OPM |
| Federal Reserve Banks | Closed Monday, January 18, 2027 | Federal Reserve K.8 |
| Federal Reserve Board | Closed Monday, January 18, 2027 | Federal Reserve K.8 |
| Previous federal holiday | New Year's Day: Friday, January 1, 2027 | OPM |
| Next federal holiday | Presidents' Day (Washington's Birthday): Monday, February 15, 2027 | OPM |
FAQ
What day is MLK Day 2027?
What day is MLK Day 2027?
Monday, January 18, 2027. (Source)
Is MLK Day 2027 a paid day off for federal employees?
Yes. OPM lists Monday, January 18, 2027 as the 2027 federal holiday. (Source)
Are banks open on MLK Day 2027?
Mostly no: Federal Reserve Banks are closed Monday, January 18, 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?
Washington's Birthday, Monday, February 15, 2027. (Source)
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- Next: Presidents' Day (Washington's Birthday) 2027
- Previous: New Year's Day 2027