Updated: April 14, 2026
US Federal Holidays 2026
There are 11 US federal holidays in 2026. One falls on a Saturday: Independence Day (July 4) is observed on Friday July 3. The total business day count for 2026 is 250.
2026 Federal Holiday Schedule
| Holiday | Actual Date | Day | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Thursday | January 1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 19 | Monday | January 19 |
| Presidents' Day | February 16 | Monday | February 16 |
| Memorial Day | May 25 | Monday | May 25 |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | June 19 | Friday | June 19 |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Saturday | July 3 (Friday) |
| Labor Day | September 7 | Monday | September 7 |
| Columbus Day | October 12 | Monday | October 12 |
| Veterans Day | November 11 | Wednesday | November 11 |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 26 | Thursday | November 26 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Friday | December 25 |
Note: Independence Day falls on a Saturday in 2026, so the observed holiday is Friday, July 3.
Business Days in 2026 by Month
| Month | Business Days |
|---|---|
| January | 20 |
| February | 19 |
| March | 22 |
| April | 22 |
| May | 20 |
| June | 21 |
| July | 22 |
| August | 21 |
| September | 21 |
| October | 21 |
| November | 19 |
| December | 22 |
| Total | 250 |
About US Federal Holidays
Federal holidays are public holidays recognized by the US federal government under 5 U.S.C. § 6103. They apply directly to federal employees and the operations of federal agencies. Private employers are not legally required to observe federal holidays, though many do. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, it is observed on the preceding Friday. When it falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday.
State holidays vary by state and are separate from the federal holiday schedule. If you are calculating business days for a specific state, check whether any state-specific holidays affect your count.
Calculating Business Days Around 2026 Holidays
To find the number of business days between any two dates in 2026, use the Business Day Calculator. For payment term due dates, see the Net 30 Calculator, Net 60 Calculator, or Net 90 Calculator.
For the 2027 holiday schedule, see US Federal Holidays 2027.
FAQ
How many federal holidays are there in 2026?
There are 11 federal holidays in 2026. All 11 fall on weekdays, so no holidays are observed on a substitute day this year.
How many business days are in 2026?
2026 has 250 business days, calculated as 261 weekdays minus 11 federal holidays that all fall on weekdays.
Is Juneteenth a federal holiday?
Yes. Juneteenth National Independence Day (June 19) became a federal holiday in 2021. In 2026 it falls on a Friday.