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Public Holidays Most schools, banks, and government offices close on national public holidays. The U.S. Postal Service does not deliver mail on these days.

Holiday

Date

*New Year’s Day

January 1

January 15. In honor of the birthday of the late civil rights leader (Observed on the following Monday). Third Monday in February. Combined celebration of Abraham Lincoln's birthday on February 12 and George Washington's birthday on February 22. Last Monday in May. In remembrance of all who died serving the U.S. in wartime. July 4. Commemorating U.S. independence; usually celebrated with parades and fireworks.

Martin Luther King Day

Presidents’ Day

*Memorial Day

*Independence Day

*Labor Day

First Monday in September. To honor all workers.

Second Monday in October. Commemorating Christopher Columbus discovering America.

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

November 11. To honor all veterans of the U.S. military.

Fourth Thursday in November. Commemorates the original Colonial American settlers’ first fall harvest. Turkey is traditionally served for the meal. December 25. The only religious holiday that is officially observed.

*Thanksgiving

*Christmas Day

*Days when the majority of businesses are closed in observance of the holiday.

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