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United States Public Holidays 2027

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HoliWiki currently lists 11 holiday entries for United States in 2027. The calendar and date-ordered table below show the available schedule.

2027

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January 1, 2027New Year's Day

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January 2027

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February 2027

15*

March 2027

April 2027

May 2027

31*

June 2027

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July 2027

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October 2027

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November 2027

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December 2027

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11 entries

Date	Weekday	Holiday	Tags	Scope	Categories
January 1, 2027	Friday	New Year's Day	Seasonal & Calendar Family & Social Cultural & Traditional	National	National Public Holidays
January 18, 2027	Monday	Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
February 15, 2027	Monday	Washington's Birthday	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
May 31, 2027	Monday	Memorial Day	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
June 18, 2027	Friday	Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed)The legal holiday is June 19.	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
July 5, 2027	Monday	Independence Day (observed)The legal holiday is July 4.	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
September 6, 2027	Monday	Labor Day	workers National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
October 11, 2027	Monday	Columbus Day	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
November 11, 2027	Thursday	Veterans Day	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
November 25, 2027	Thursday	Thanksgiving Day	National Memorial	National	National Public Holidays
December 24, 2027	Friday	Christmas Day (observed)The legal holiday is December 25.	Religious Family & Social Commercial	National	National Public Holidays

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New Year's Day

New Year's Day begins the Gregorian calendar year. Celebrations range from the Times Square ball drop to local countdowns, parades and resolutions for the year ahead.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

This holiday honors civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. and his work for racial equality through nonviolence. Many communities mark it as a national day of service.

Washington's Birthday

The federal holiday officially commemorates George Washington, the first U.S. president. It is widely called Presidents Day and is often used to recognize presidential history more broadly.

Memorial Day

Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday of May to honor members of the U.S. military who died in service. Flags, memorial ceremonies and red poppies are common symbols of remembrance.

Juneteenth

Juneteenth recalls June 19, 1865, when the end of slavery was announced in Galveston, Texas. Festivals, readings, music and education honor African American freedom and history.

Independence Day

Independence Day commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Fireworks, parades, concerts and outdoor gatherings are common across the country.

Labor Day

Labor Day recognizes the contributions and achievements of American workers. The first Monday in September also serves as an unofficial close to the summer season.

Columbus Day

The federal holiday marks Christopher Columbus's 1492 arrival in the Americas. Observance varies, and many states and communities instead recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Veterans Day

Veterans Day honors everyone who has served in the U.S. armed forces. Its November 11 date grew from Armistice Day, marking the end of major fighting in World War I.

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday of November as a day of gratitude and family gathering. Roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie are traditional foods.

Christmas

Christmas on December 25 has been a U.S. federal holiday since 1870. Traditions include decorating trees, exchanging gifts, attending services and supporting charitable causes.