US bank holidays 2026: Complete federal holiday list, bank closures, and observed dates
Posted on: Dec 30, 2025 05:02 IST | Posted by: Hindustantimes
With 2026 coming(a), families, workers, and businesses tin at present design forward using the official US bank and federal holiday schedule. These are the days when the Federal Reserve, most banks, government offices, and many schools close. Planning around these dates helps you avoid unexpected closures and make the most of long weekends, travel, or special traditions.
In 2026, there are 11 federal holidays officially recognized across the United States. These holidays provide time off for government employees and are widely observed by private employers, but keep in mind that some companies may have their own schedules. When a holiday falls on a weekend, it’s sometimes observed on a nearby weekday to ensure a weekday closure.
A celebration of the start of the year, this day marks the first closure of 2026.
Honoring the civil rights leader, this third Monday gives many people a long weekend.
Often called Presidents’ Day, this holiday commemorates George Washington’s birth and is also on the third Monday of February.
Observed on the last Monday of May, Memorial Day honors fallen military personnel and officially starts the summer season.
This holiday celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States and is a growing, culturally significant day of reflection and celebration.
Because July 4 falls on a Saturday in 2026, many banks observe the holiday on Friday, July 3.
Celebrating American workers, this first Monday of September gives another long weekend.
Known also in some places as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, this day commemorates Christopher Columbus’s landing in the Americas.
A mid-week holiday to honor military veterans for their service to the nation.
One of the most widely celebrated holidays in the U.S., Thanksgiving brings families together for a traditional feast.
Ending the year with one of the most celebrated holidays, Christmas Day is observed on December 25.
These dates reflect the Federal Reserve and federal government calendar that banks typically follow. Keep in mind that some banks and financial markets may also adjust hours around these holidays.
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