{"id":12258,"date":"2025-08-06T11:34:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T23:34:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/?p=12258"},"modified":"2025-08-06T11:34:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T23:34:28","slug":"2023-federal-holidays-the-complete-list-of-u-s-public-holidays-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.publicholidaycalendar.com\/en\/2023-federal-holidays-the-complete-list-of-u-s-public-holidays-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"2023 Federal Holidays: The Complete List of U.S. Public Holidays You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"2023<\/p>\n

Hey folks! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant here, ready to break down everything you need to know about 2023 federal holidays. I know planning around those precious days off is *chef’s kiss* important, so let’s dive right in!<\/p>\n

So, How Many Federal Holidays Are There in 2023?<\/h2>\n

Drumroll please… there are 11 federal holidays<\/b> in 2023! Yeah, you heard that right\u2014eleven glorious days when federal employees kick back (and many businesses follow suit). Here\u2019s the full lineup:
\n– New Year\u2019s Day<\/b> \u2013 January 1 (Sunday, observed Monday Jan 2)
\n– Martin Luther King Jr. Day<\/b> \u2013 January 16
\n– Presidents\u2019 Day<\/b> \u2013 February 20
\n– Memorial Day<\/b> \u2013 May 29
\n– Juneteenth<\/b> \u2013 June 19
\n– Independence Day<\/b> \u2013 July 4
\n– Labor Day<\/b> \u2013 September 4
\n– Columbus Day<\/b> \u2013 October 9
\n– Veterans Day<\/b> \u2013 November 11 (Saturday, observed Friday Nov 10)
\n– Thanksgiving<\/b> \u2013 November 23
\n– Christmas Day<\/b> \u2013 December 25<\/p>\n

Wait, Why Do Some Holidays Feel “Off”?<\/h2>\n

Great question! If a holiday falls on a weekend, the “observed” date shifts to the nearest weekday (usually Friday or Monday). For example:
\n– New Year\u2019s Day 2023<\/b> was a Sunday, so folks got Monday, January 2 off instead.
\n– Veterans Day<\/b> lands on a Saturday this year, so the federal observance is Friday, November 10. Pro tip: Always check the *observed* dates when planning time off!<\/p>\n

Do All Americans Get These Days Off?<\/h2>\n

Ah, the million-dollar question! Federal holidays technically only apply to:
\n– Government employees
\n– Banks (thanks to the Federal Reserve)
\n– Stock markets (NYSE\/NASDAQ closures)
\nBUT! Many private companies adopt these holidays too. Around 42% of U.S. workers<\/b> get all federal holidays off, while others (like retail\/service jobs) might swap them for floating days. Always double-check with your HR!<\/p>\n

2023\u2019s Holiday Highlights<\/h2>\n

– Juneteenth<\/b> (June 19): Still relatively new as a federal holiday (added in 2021), this marks the end of slavery in the U.S. Expect cultural events and community celebrations!
\n– Thanksgiving Week<\/b>: The ultimate travel chaos period! Book flights early\u2014the Wednesday before and Sunday after are the busiest travel days of the year.
\n– Christmas-New Year\u2019s “Dead Week”<\/b>: Many offices close between December 25-January 1. Perfect for squeezing in extra PTO!<\/p>\n

Pro Planning Tip:<\/b> Sync these dates with your calendar NOW. Trust me, future-you will high-five present-you when you\u2019re lounging on Memorial Day weekend while others scramble.<\/p>\n

Alright, holiday squad\u2014that\u2019s the 411 on 2023\u2019s federal holidays! Whether you\u2019re planning vacations, budgeting for holiday sales, or just counting down to your next three-day weekend, I\u2019ve got your back. Hit me up in the comments if you\u2019ve got Qs, and let\u2019s make 2023 the year of *actually* using all our PTO. Cheers!<\/p>\n

Faqpro Thanks for reading, I hope this article helps you master your 2023 holiday game! Got more questions? Drop \u2019em below or contact us. Happy day-off planning!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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