\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1. New Year’s Day – Monday, January 1, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday – Monday, January 15, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3. Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day) – Monday, February 19, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4. Memorial Day – Monday, May 27, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5. Juneteenth – Wednesday, June 19, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6. Independence Day (4th of July) – Thursday, July 4, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7. Labor Day – Monday, September 2, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t8. Columbus Day – Monday, October 14, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t9. Veterans Day – Monday, November 11, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10. Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 28, 2024
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t11. Christmas Day – December 25, 2024
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There are two types of federal holidays in the United States.<\/p>\n
First, there are paid holidays that are required by law to be observed by all private and government employers\u2014these include holidays such as Labor Day and Veteran\u2019s Day that commemorate events of national importance.<\/p>\n
Then there are those holidays that are simply days off\u2014holidays such as New Year\u2019s Day and Independence Day that celebrate significant events in American history\u2014which might or might not be observed depending on the individual employer\u2019s practices.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s a full list of federal holidays in 2024 so you can plan your year accordingly!<\/strong><\/p>\n Monday, January 1, 2024<\/p>\n Beginning on January 1, 2024 New Year’s Day will be a federal holiday honoring new years and will be treated as a holiday for pay and leave purposes.<\/p>\n Third Monday in January | Monday, January 15, 2024<\/p>\n One of America\u2019s biggest holiday celebrations, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday, is held on January 15 in 2024. On that day, thousands of communities across America host a variety of events to commemorate Dr. King’s life and work.<\/p>\n Third Monday in February | Monday, February 19, 2024<\/p>\n President’s Day is a federal holiday observed on Monday, February 19, to honor presidents of the United States.<\/p>\n Last Monday in May | Monday, May 27, 2024<\/p>\n This federal holiday honors those who have died serving in the U.S. Armed Forces and takes place on May 27 this year.<\/p>\n Wednesday, June 19, 2024<\/p>\n Juneteenth (short for \u201cJune Nineteenth\u201d) is usually celebrated on the third Saturday in June and commemorates the end of slavery, is a federal holiday in the United States.<\/p>\n Thursday, July 4, 2024<\/p>\n Independence Day is a federal holiday in the US. Independence Day, or more commonly known as the Fourth of July, is a federal holiday to commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on 4 July 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.<\/p>\n First Monday in September | Monday, September 2, 2024<\/p>\n This holiday is held to honor American workers for their contributions to society through labor unions, minimum wage laws, and other benefits.<\/p>\n Second Monday in October | Monday, October 14, 2024<\/p>\n This federal holiday is observed on October 14 this year and honors Christopher Columbus, who was born on October 12, 1451. (also observed as Indigenous Peoples Day)<\/p>\n Monday, November 11, 2024<\/p>\n Veterans Day is an annual holiday in America honoring the 24.9 million military veterans in the United States. Veterans Day is both a federal and state holiday and is usually observed on November 11 each year.<\/p>\n Recommended reading:<\/strong> Looking for ACA Health Insurance Coverage? Learn here what is new in 2023!<\/a><\/p>\n Fourth Thursday in November | Thursday, November 28, 2024<\/p>\n Thanksgiving, or Thanksgiving Day as it is called by many is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November each year.<\/p>\n Wednesday, December 25, 2024<\/p>\n Christmas Day is celebrated in the USA on the 25th December each year. Christmas is a time of getting together with family and friends and the giving and receiving of gifts.<\/p>\n Certain U.S. states have their own state-wide holidays that are observed by state governments and banks. Some of these include:<\/p>\n A. A significant day that occurs every four years is Inauguration Day, marking the commencement of a new president’s term. Although not an annual event, it is a designated holiday for federal employees in the Washington D.C. area, typically on January 20th following a presidential election.<\/p>\n Q: Holiday Pay<\/font><\/p>\n A: For federal employees, holidays like the ones listed are typically paid days off. In the private sector, holiday pay varies by employer. It’s essential for workers to check with their human resources department to understand their company’s holiday pay policy.<\/p>\n Q: Holiday Schedule<\/font><\/p>\n Federal holidays often impact the holiday schedule for businesses and government operations. For example, when a federal holiday falls on a weekend, it’s generally observed on the nearest weekday, affecting the opening hours of government offices and some businesses.<\/p>\n Q: Public Holiday<\/font><\/p>\n While all federal holidays are public holidays, not all public holidays are observed nationwide. Some holidays, such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day, are federal public holidays, while others, like Good Friday, are public holidays observed in certain states.<\/p>\n Q: Holiday Falls<\/font><\/p>\n When a federal holiday falls on a Saturday, it is typically observed on the preceding Friday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, it is generally observed on the following Monday. This ensures that federal employees can enjoy the holiday outside of a standard workday.<\/p>\n Q: Legal Public Holiday<\/font><\/p>\n The United States Code establishes certain days as legal public holidays. These are days when all non-essential federal government offices close, and most federal employees are excused from work without loss of pay.<\/p>\n Q: Washington’s Birthday<\/font><\/p>\n Commonly referred to as Presidents’ Day, Washington’s Birthday is a federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of February in honor of George Washington’s birthday. However, the term “Presidents’ Day” has become widely used to honor all past presidents of the United States.<\/p>\n Q: Use Names<\/font><\/p>\n Different states and localities may use alternative names for the same holiday. For instance, some states observe “Columbus Day” as “Indigenous Peoples’ Day” to recognize the history and contributions of Native Americans.<\/p>\n Q: State Local Governments<\/font><\/p>\n State and local governments may observe additional holidays that are not recognized at the federal level. These holidays can vary greatly depending on local history, culture, and significance.<\/p>\n![\"federal](\"https:\/\/www.uzio.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/List-of-2024-USA-Federal-Holidays.png\")
1. New Year’s Day<\/h4>\n
2. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday<\/h4>\n
3. Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day)<\/h4>\n
4. Memorial Day<\/h4>\n
5. Juneteenth<\/h4>\n
6. Independence Day (4th of July)<\/h4>\n
7. Labor Day<\/h4>\n
8. Columbus Day<\/h4>\n
9. Veterans Day<\/h4>\n
10. Thanksgiving Day<\/h4>\n
11. Christmas Day\u200b<\/h4>\n
Does your state celebrate other holidays?<\/h4>\n
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FAQs<\/h4>\n
Q: Inauguration Day<\/h3>\n