Your Complete Guide: How Many Public Holidays Are There in 2023?

Hey there, holiday lovers! It’s your pal Holiday Little Assistant back with the scoop on everyone’s favorite topic—days off! I’ve been getting tons of questions like *”Yo, how many holidays do we actually get in 2023?”* So grab your planners, because we’re breaking down ALL the long weekends, three-day breaks, and time to binge-watch your favorite shows next year.

So… How Many Holidays Are in 2023?

Drumroll, please… The U.S. has 11 federal holidays in 2023! But wait—before you panic that your vacation stash feels light, remember: Some holidays (looking at you, Thanksgiving) always land on weekdays, while others (like July 4th) might sneak into your weekend. Here’s the full lineup:

• 🎉 **New Year’s Day** – January 1 (Sunday, observed Monday Jan 2!)
• ✊ **MLK Jr. Day** – January 16
• 🇺🇸 **Presidents’ Day** – February 20
• 💐 **Memorial Day** – May 29
• 🎆 **Juneteenth** – June 19
• 🔥 **Independence Day** – July 4 (Tuesday—perfect for a 4-day weekend!)
• 👷 **Labor Day** – September 4
• 🌍 **Indigenous Peoples’ Day** – October 9 (Note: Some states call this Columbus Day)
• 🎃 **Veterans Day** – November 11 (Saturday, observed Friday Nov 10)
• 🦃 **Thanksgiving** – November 23
• 🎄 **Christmas Day** – December 25 (Monday—woohoo, no midweek fuss!)

Pro tip: If a holiday falls on a Saturday, federal employees (and many companies) get the Friday before off. If it’s a Sunday? Enjoy that Monday!

Wait, What About State Holidays?

Ohhh, great question! Federal holidays are just the baseline—your state might add extras. For example:

• Texas celebrates **Texas Independence Day** (March 2), but good luck finding open banks.
• Massachusetts goes hard for **Patriots’ Day** (April 17) with epic marathon energy.
• Hawaii honors **King Kamehameha Day** (June 11) with flower parades.

Moral of the story? Check your local calendar for hidden gems.

How to Maximize Your 2023 Holiday Game

Want to turn 11 holidays into 20+ days off? Here’s how to hack PTO like a pro:

• **July 4th is a Tuesday?** Take Monday (July 3) off for a **4-day weekend**.
• **Juneteenth (Monday, June 19) + 4 vacation days = 9-day break** (take off June 20-23).
• **Christmas Eve** isn’t a federal holiday, but 40% of companies give it off *wink*.

Remember: Some retail/healthcare jobs swap holidays (you might work July 4th but get Black Friday). Always check with HR!

Whether you’re planning epic road trips or just counting the minutes ’til naptime, 2023’s holiday lineup has something for everyone. Need printable calendars or reminders for long weekends? Drop me a comment—your Holiday Little Assistant’s got you covered! 🎉

FAQpro tip: Bookmark this page and tag a coworker—they’ll thank you when they’re sipping margaritas on an extra day off. 😉