The Complete List: How Many US Federal Holidays Are There in 2022?

Hey there, holiday lovers! It’s your go-to Holiday Little Assistant here. Lately, I’ve gotten a bunch of questions like “How many days off do we get this year?” and “When’s the next long weekend?” So let’s break down all the official US federal holidays for 2022—plus some fun extras you might not know about!

So, How Many US Federal Holidays Are There in 2022?

Drumroll, please… There are 11 federal holidays in 2022! These are the days when federal employees get paid time off, and most businesses (and schools!) follow suit. Here’s the full lineup:

• New Year’s Day – January 1 (Saturday) – Observed on December 31, 2021 (Friday)
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 17 (Monday)
• Presidents’ Day – February 21 (Monday)
• Memorial Day – May 30 (Monday)
• Juneteenth – June 19 (Sunday) – Observed on June 20 (Monday)*
• Independence Day – July 4 (Monday)
• Labor Day – September 5 (Monday)
• Columbus Day – October 10 (Monday)
• Veterans Day – November 11 (Friday)
• Thanksgiving Day – November 24 (Thursday)
• Christmas Day – December 25 (Sunday) – Observed on December 26 (Monday)

*Fun fact: Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021, so 2022 is only its second year on the official list!

Wait, Why Do Some Holidays Shift Dates?

Great question! If a holiday falls on a weekend (like New Year’s Day or Christmas in 2022), the government observes it on the nearest weekday. That’s why you’ll see “observed” dates—it’s your cue to plan that BBQ or ski trip accordingly!

Extra Credit: Popular Unofficial Holidays

Besides federal holidays, Americans love celebrating unofficial days off (looking at you, Black Friday!). Here are some crowd favorites in 2022:

• Super Bowl Sunday – February 13 (Not a day off, but basically a national holiday for football fans!)
• Valentine’s Day – February 14
• St. Patrick’s Day – March 17
• Easter Sunday – April 17
• Halloween – October 31

Pro Tip: Maximize Your Vacation Days

Want to turn a 3-day weekend into a 4-day escape? Pair federal holidays with PTO! For example:

• Take June 21–24 off after Juneteenth (June 20) for a 5-day break!
• Bookend Thanksgiving (November 24) with November 21–23 and 25 for a full week of turkey naps.

To sum it up: In 2022, you’ve got 11 federal holidays (plus plenty of long weekends), one shiny new addition (Juneteenth!), and endless chances to celebrate. And hey, if your boss asks why you’re already planning next year’s time off? Just blame it on your Holiday Little Assistant!

Thanks for reading, folks! Now go mark those calendars and start dreaming of holiday snoozes. Got more questions? Hit me up—I’m always here to help you navigate the wonderful world of days off.