US Observed Federal Holidays 2027
In 2027 three fixed-date federal holidays fall on a weekend, so they are observed on a different day: Juneteenth (Jun 19, Sat) is observed Friday Jun 18, Independence Day (Jul 4, Sun) is observed Monday Jul 5, and Christmas (Dec 25, Sat) is observed Friday Dec 24. Each builds a three-day weekend.
Dates in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2027 | Friday | Juneteenth (observed)Juneteenth (Jun 19) falls on a Saturday, so it is observed on Friday, Jun 18.Substitute holiday | Substitute holiday |
| July 5, 2027 | Monday | Independence Day (observed)Independence Day (Jul 4) falls on a Sunday, so it is observed on Monday, Jul 5.Substitute holiday | Substitute holiday |
| December 24, 2027 | Friday | Christmas Day (observed)Christmas (Dec 25) falls on a Saturday, so it is observed on Friday, Dec 24.Substitute holiday | Substitute holiday |
How observed (in-lieu) federal holidays are determined
For most federal employees on a Monday–Friday schedule, a holiday that falls on a Saturday is observed the preceding Friday, and one that falls on a Sunday is observed the following Monday (5 U.S.C. 6103(b) and Executive Order 11582). Only fixed-date holidays — New Year’s Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Veterans Day and Christmas — can shift; the "Monday" holidays such as Memorial Day, Labor Day and Columbus Day never need it.
States and private employers usually follow the same in-lieu rule, but it is not guaranteed — always check your state and employer calendar.
Official sources & data
- Federal Holidays — 2027Visit sourceU.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
- Federal Holidays 2027Visit sourceCalendarpedia
Frequently asked questions
Which federal holidays are observed on a different day in 2027?+
Three: Juneteenth (observed Jun 18), Independence Day (observed Jul 5) and Christmas (observed Dec 24).
Why is Independence Day observed on July 5 in 2027?+
July 4, 2027 is a Sunday. Under the in-lieu rule, a holiday on a Sunday is observed the following Monday, so the day off is Monday, July 5.
What does “observed” mean for a US federal holiday?+
When a federal holiday falls on a weekend, most federal employees on a Monday–Friday schedule take the nearest weekday off instead: the preceding Friday for a Saturday holiday, the following Monday for a Sunday one.
Why is Christmas observed on Dec 24 in 2027?+
Christmas Day (Dec 25) falls on a Saturday in 2027. Under the in-lieu rule a Saturday holiday is observed on the preceding Friday, so the day off is Friday, Dec 24.
Why is Juneteenth observed on Jun 18 in 2027?+
Juneteenth (Jun 19) is a Saturday in 2027, so it is observed on the preceding Friday, Jun 18.
Who follows the observed schedule?+
Federal employees on a Monday–Friday schedule do, under 5 U.S.C. 6103(b). States and private employers usually follow the same in-lieu rule, but it is not guaranteed — check your state and employer calendar.