Use this reference to start annual planning, then verify the schedule that applies to your employer, school, state, or service provider. Federal holiday rules do not automatically determine every private business’s operating hours or employee leave.
2027 US federal holiday dates
The official Office of Personnel Management schedule lists: New Year’s Day, Friday January 1; Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday January 18; Washington’s Birthday, Monday February 15; Memorial Day, Monday May 31; Juneteenth National Independence Day, Friday June 18 as the observed date; Independence Day, Monday July 5 as the observed date; Labor Day, Monday September 6; Columbus Day, Monday October 11; Veterans Day, Thursday November 11; Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 25; and Christmas Day, Friday December 24 as the observed date for most federal employees.
Why do some observed dates differ?
When a federal holiday falls on a weekend, federal employee schedules generally use an in-lieu-of weekday. The legal holiday and the day used for federal employee leave purposes may therefore differ. Consult the official schedule and its explanatory notes for the specific year.
Do these dates apply to every workplace?
No. The federal schedule governs federal holiday observance, while state and local rules, schools, banks, and private employers may use different schedules. Confirm with the relevant organisation before making plans.
How to use this calendar
Add dates to a personal calendar, confirm school and workplace closures separately, and check transport or business opening hours close to the date. Revisit official sources before publishing annual updates.
Frequently asked questions
How many federal holidays are listed for 2027?
The Office of Personnel Management lists 11 holidays in its 2027 schedule.
Is July 4, 2027 a federal holiday?
Independence Day falls on Sunday, July 4, 2027; Monday, July 5 is the observed date for most federal employees.
Is Christmas 2027 observed on December 24?
The OPM schedule lists Friday, December 24, 2027 as the observed date for most federal employees because Christmas Day falls on Saturday.
Sources and further verification
These primary or official resources support the date and policy details in this guide. Recheck them before relying on time-sensitive information.
2027 US federal holiday dates
The US Office of Personnel Management publishes the federal holiday schedule for federal employees. The 2027 dates below include the weekday dates used in the OPM schedule. Where a fixed-date holiday falls on a weekend, the observed workday can differ from the calendar date.
| Holiday | 2027 date shown by OPM |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Friday, January 1 |
| Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Monday, January 18 |
| Washington's Birthday | Monday, February 15 |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 31 |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day (observed) | Friday, June 18 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Monday, July 5 |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 6 |
| Columbus Day | Monday, October 11 |
| Veterans Day | Thursday, November 11 |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, November 25 |
| Christmas Day (observed) | Friday, December 24 |
Calendar date versus observed workday
Juneteenth falls on Saturday, June 19, 2027, and Christmas Day falls on Saturday, December 25, 2027. For most federal employees on a Monday–Friday schedule, the preceding Friday is generally treated as the holiday for pay and leave purposes. Independence Day falls on Sunday, July 4, 2027, so Monday, July 5 is the observed federal workday.
Do all US workers get these days off?
No. The federal holiday schedule governs federal holiday observance and does not automatically require every private employer, state or local office, school, bank, or retailer to close. State laws, employer policies, collective agreements, and sector-specific schedules can differ. Confirm with the organisation that matters to you.
Primary source: US Office of Personnel Management