United States Federal Holidays
The United States has 11 federal holidays set by Congress. They apply to federal employees and government offices; individual states and private employers decide for themselves which to observe, so the day off is not universal.
Last updated 3 July 2026.
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Independence Day (substitute)
3 July 2026 (Friday), today
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The holidays that matter most in United States
Independence Day
Independence Day (4 July) marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
Thanksgiving Day
Thanksgiving falls on the fourth Thursday of November and is one of the most widely observed holidays in the country.
Juneteenth
Juneteenth (19 June) commemorates the end of slavery in the US, marking the day in 1865 that news of emancipation reached Galveston, Texas. It became the newest federal holiday in 2021.
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How federal holidays work in United States
When a federal holiday falls on a Saturday it is usually observed the Friday before; when it falls on a Sunday, the Monday after. Federal holidays are the days most workplaces and schools in United States treat as days off, so they shape when people travel, book time away and plan around childcare. Religious holidays and wider observances sit alongside them. They are not always days off, but they are dates many households still mark. Each year page lists the federal and religious holidays in full, and OneHaus keeps the complete set current in your shared home calendar.
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Frequently asked questions
How many federal holidays does United States have?
United States has 12 federal holidays in 2026. Open a year below to see each one with its date and day of the week.
When is the next holiday in United States?
The next holiday is Independence Day (substitute) on 3 July 2026 (Friday).
Can I add United States holidays to my calendar?
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