Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a public holiday in United States, observed on January 19, 2026. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day
Local NameMartin Luther King, Jr. Day
DateJanuary 19, 2026
CountryUS flag United States
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in United States?
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day falls on January 19, 2026 in United States.
Is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day a public holiday?
Yes, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an official public holiday in United States. It is observed nationwide.
What is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day called locally?
In United States, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is known as "Martin Luther King, Jr. Day".

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DateHolidayType
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2026-05-08 Truman Day School Authorities
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2026-06-19 Juneteenth National Independence Day Public
2026-07-03 Independence Day Public
2026-09-07 Labour Day Public
2026-10-12 Columbus Day Public
2026-10-12 Indigenous Peoples' Day Public
2026-11-11 Veterans Day Public
2026-11-26 Thanksgiving Day Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day Public

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