| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2027-01-18 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | National |
| 2027-02-15 | Washington's Birthday | National |
| 2027-05-31 | Memorial Day | National |
| 2027-06-18 | Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2027-06-19 | Juneteenth National Independence Day | National |
| 2027-07-04 | Independence Day | National |
| 2027-07-05 | Independence Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2027-09-06 | Labor Day | National |
| 2027-10-11 | Columbus Day | National |
| 2027-11-11 | Veterans Day | National |
| 2027-11-25 | Thanksgiving Day | National |
| 2027-12-24 | Christmas Day (observed) | Substitute |
| 2027-12-25 | Christmas Day | National |
| 2027-12-31 | New Year's Day (observed) | Substitute |
How many public holidays does United States have in 2027?
United States has 15 public holidays in 2027: 11 national holidays, 4 substitute days. The dates run from 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, and no public holiday falls in March, April, August. Observances and regional holidays are listed separately and are not counted.
Wondering how that stacks up globally? See how United States's public holiday count compares.
For the wider picture, browse the 2027 calendar across 191 countries.
Long weekends in United States 2027
United States's public holidays create 9 long weekends in 2027 - runs of three or more consecutive days off, each built around a holiday that touches a weekend.
- Fri 1 - Sun 3 January: New Year's Day (3-day weekend, Friday 1 January to Sunday 3 January).
- Sat 16 - Mon 18 January: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 16 January to Monday 18 January).
- Sat 13 - Mon 15 February: Washington's Birthday (3-day weekend, Saturday 13 February to Monday 15 February).
- Sat 29 - Mon 31 May: Memorial Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 29 May to Monday 31 May).
- Fri 18 - Sun 20 June: Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed) (3-day weekend, Friday 18 June to Sunday 20 June).
- Sat 3 - Mon 5 July: Independence Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 3 July to Monday 5 July).
- Sat 4 - Mon 6 September: Labor Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 4 September to Monday 6 September).
- Sat 9 - Mon 11 October: Columbus Day (3-day weekend, Saturday 9 October to Monday 11 October).
- Fri 24 - Sun 26 December: Christmas Day (observed) (3-day weekend, Friday 24 December to Sunday 26 December).
The best breaks of the year are mapped in US long weekends in 2027.
Observed and substitute holidays in United States 2027
A substitute holiday is a day off moved to a nearby working weekday when a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday. The legal date never changes - only the day most people actually get off.
- 18 June 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
- 5 July 2027 (Monday) - given as the day off for Independence Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
- 24 December 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for Christmas Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
- 31 December 2027 (Friday) - given as the day off for New Year's Day (observed), which falls on a weekend.
Regional variations are common; see public holidays across North America for the wider picture.
Public holidays in United States: is your date a holiday in 2027?
Every date in the table above is a public holiday in United States in 2027. If the date you are checking appears there, it is a day off; if it does not, it is not a public holiday - however widely it may be marked.
For example, 1 January 2027 is New Year's Day, a public holiday in United States.
More to explore: browse public holidays by country.
About these holidays in United States (2027)
Our United States public holidays guide explains the background of each holiday and how the dates are set.
New Year's Day
New Year's Day falls on 1 January and opens the Gregorian calendar year. Most countries mark it with a public holiday, and celebrations usually begin the night before with countdowns, fireworks and gatherings. The date was fixed in its current position by Julius Caesar's calendar reform, and later preserved by the Gregorian reform of 1582. traditions vary widely, from first-footing in Scotland to writing resolutions for the months ahead.
Independence Day
Independence Day marks the anniversary of a nation's formal separation from another state, or of the founding moment of its sovereignty. Because it commemorates a specific historical event, the date differs from country to country and the name often includes the year. Typical observances include flag raising, military parades, speeches by heads of state, and public concerts. It is frequently the most prominent national holiday on the calendar.
Independence Day (observed)
When Independence Day falls at a weekend, many countries transfer the public holiday to the nearest weekday so that workers do not lose a day off. The substituted date is labelled as observed. The holiday itself commemorates the anniversary of a nation's independence or sovereignty, and is typically marked with flag raising ceremonies, parades and speeches by national leaders.
Labor Day
Labor Day honours the achievements of workers and the labour movement. Most countries observe it on 1 May, known internationally as May Day or International Workers' Day, which grew out of the campaign for an eight hour working day. Others, including the United States and Canada, hold it on the first Monday of September. Typical events include trade union marches, rallies and public speeches on working conditions.
Christmas Day (observed)
Where 25 December falls at a weekend, several countries move the public holiday to the following weekday so that workers receive a day off in lieu. The substituted date is commonly labelled as observed. The holiday itself marks the Nativity of Jesus and is one of the most widely recognised public holidays worldwide, celebrated with family gatherings, special meals and gift giving.