United States Weekends & Holidays

Weekend and Holiday Calendar for United States

In United States, the weekend falls on Saturday and Sunday. The standard work week is MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday.

Public Holidays 2026

United States observes 11 official public holidays in 2026. On these days, government offices, banks, and many businesses are closed. Tourist attractions may have limited hours or special schedules.

Holiday Calendar

• 2026-01-01: New Year's Day - Federal holiday
• 2026-01-19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Civil rights leader's birthday
• 2026-02-16: Presidents' Day - Honors U.S. presidents
• 2026-05-25: Memorial Day - Honors military personnel who died - unofficial start of summer
• 2026-07-03: Independence Day (observed) - July 4th falls on Saturday, observed Friday
• 2026-07-04: Independence Day - Declaration of Independence anniversary
• 2026-09-07: Labor Day - Honors workers - unofficial end of summer
• 2026-10-12: Columbus Day - Some states celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day instead
• 2026-11-11: Veterans Day - Honors military veterans
• 2026-11-26: Thanksgiving - Biggest travel holiday in U.S.
• 2026-12-25: Christmas Day - Christian holiday, federal holiday

Best Times to Visit United States

Understanding tourist seasons helps you plan better:

Peak Tourist Season

June - August (summer vacation)

Shoulder Season

April-May, September-October

Low Season

January - March (except ski resorts)

Travel Planning Tips

Best Travel Dates

• Spring (April-May) and Fall (September-October)
• Avoid Thanksgiving week - busiest travel period
• Summer (June-August) is peak but crowded and expensive

Important Notes

• Thanksgiving is biggest travel weekend - book early
• Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day are 3-day weekends
• Black Friday (day after Thanksgiving) - major shopping day
• Many businesses closed on federal holidays
• School summer vacation varies by state

Weekend Culture in United States

The Saturday and Sunday weekend affects business hours, transportation schedules, and tourist activities. Most businesses and offices are closed on weekends, though tourist areas remain active.