Washington D.C. Holidays & Observances

Comprehensive list Washington DC Official National and State Holidays and how they are observed

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List of D.C. Legal Public Holidays 

New Year's Day - January 1

Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday - 3rd Monday in January

Washington's Birthday / Presidents' Day - 3rd Monday in February

Memorial Day - last Monday in May

Juneteenth - June 19

Independence Day - July 4

Labor Day - 1st Monday in September

Indigenous Peoples' Day - 2nd Monday in October

Veterans' Day - November 11

Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

Christmas Day - December 25

DC Special Observances

District of Columbia Emancipation Day - April 16

Inauguration Day - January 20th of each 4th year 

State Statutes:  (Source)

This article updated as of November 2023. While every attempt is made to be sure the information is accurate, we do not guarantee the information provided. States determine these holidays and new calendars and dates observed each year and may eliminate or add holidays and observances. Please check with your local state government website for the most up to date information and legal holiday guidelines. 

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