Your Complete Guide to 2022 Bank Holidays: Dates & Full List

Hey there, holiday lovers! It’s your Holiday Little Assistant back with the scoop on everyone’s favorite topic—days off work! I know y’all are itching to plan those vacations and long weekends, so let’s dive into the 2022 bank holiday lineup. Trust me, you’ll wanna bookmark this one.

So, How Many Bank Holidays Were There in 2022?

Drumroll, please… 2022 had 11 federal bank holidays in the U.S.! That’s right—11 glorious days where banks closed, mail didn’t run, and (if you’re lucky) you got paid to stay home in your PJs. Here’s the full rundown:

January: New Year’s Day (Jan 1), Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Jan 17)

February: Presidents’ Day (Feb 21)

May: Memorial Day (May 30)

June: Juneteenth (June 19, observed June 20*)

July: Independence Day (July 4)

September: Labor Day (Sept 5)

October: Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Oct 10)

November: Veterans Day (Nov 11), Thanksgiving (Nov 24)

December: Christmas Day (Dec 25)

*Psst: Juneteenth was the new kid on the block in 2022—it became a federal holiday in 2021!

Wait, Why Do Some States Have More Holidays?

Great question! While the feds set those 11 holidays, states and companies can add extras. For example:
– Texas celebrates Confederate Heroes Day (Jan 19).
– California observes César Chávez Day (March 31).
– Some employers throw in “floating holidays” or Black Friday. Always check your local calendar!

Pro Tips for 2022 Holiday Planning

1. Long weekends: Pair holidays like Memorial Day with PTO for max relaxation.

2. Bank alerts: Remember, transactions may delay around holidays.

3. Travel hacks: Book flights early for July 4th and Thanksgiving—those prices skyrocket!

There you have it—everything you needed to know about 2022’s bank holidays. Even though we’re past 2022, this info’s golden for comparing years or settling “Wait, was Juneteenth a holiday then?” debates.

FAQpro tip: Want the 2023 or 2024 list? Just holler at us! Thanks for reading, and may your future holidays be filled with BBQs, naps, and zero work emails. Catch ya on the next day off!