Federal Holidays
| Holiday | Observed |
|---|---|
New Year's Day | January 1 (Friday) |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18 (Monday) |
Presidents' Day | February 15 (Monday) |
Memorial Day | May 31 (Monday) |
Juneteenth | June 18 (Friday) - Observed |
Independence Day | July 5 (Monday) - Observed |
Labor Day | September 6 (Monday) |
Columbus Day | October 11 (Monday) |
Veterans Day | November 11 (Thursday) |
Thanksgiving Day | November 25 (Thursday) |
Christmas Day | December 24 (Friday) - Observed |
Common Business Holidays
In addition to federal holidays, many employers also observe these days:
Day After Thanksgiving (Black Friday)
Day after Thanksgiving; major shopping day
Many employers give this day off. Retail businesses are typically open.
Christmas Eve
Day before Christmas
Many employers give this day off or have early release.
New Year's Eve
Last day of the year
Some employers give this day off or have early release.
Good Friday
Friday before Easter
State holiday in some states. Financial markets closed.
Easter Monday
Monday after Easter
Not widely observed in the US; common in other countries.
PTO Planning Tips for 2027
- *Maximize Long Weekends: Plan PTO around Monday/Friday holidays to create 4-day weekends.
- *Holiday Bridges: Take days off between close holidays (like Thanksgiving to Christmas) for extended time off.
- *Book Early: Popular travel times fill up quickly. Request PTO well in advance for holiday periods.
- *Check Your Policy: Some companies have blackout dates around holidays. Verify your company's policy.
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