The 2026 calendar is filled with holidays, cultural celebrations, and meaningful occasions that bring people together. Use this month-by-month guide to find the dates of major U.S. holidays, religious observances, and family-centered occasions, then start planning the cards, gifts, gatherings, and traditions that make each one memorable. Keep every celebration in one place with a custom photo calendar that includes holidays alongside personal dates such as birthdays, anniversaries, vacations, and family milestones.
Some religious holidays follow lunar calendars and begin at sundown the evening before the date listed. Islamic holiday dates may vary by a day based on local moon sightings.
January 2026 Holidays and Observances
January begins a new year with opportunities to reconnect, set goals, and honor the people and events that continue to shape our communities.
- New Year’s Day, January 1: Welcome 2026 with new goals, family traditions, and time spent with the people who matter most.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19: Honor Dr. King’s life and legacy through reflection, education, community service, and continued work toward equality.
February 2026 Holidays and Observances
February celebrates love in its many forms, along with Black history, presidential history, and important cultural and religious traditions.
- Black History Month, February 1–28: Recognize the achievements, experiences, and lasting contributions of Black Americans throughout U.S. history.
- Galentine’s Day, February 13: Celebrate close friendships with a get-together, thoughtful card, or gift filled with favorite shared memories.
- Valentine’s Day, February 14: Share your love with a partner, family member, child, or friend through meaningful words, photos, and time together.
- Presidents’ Day, February 16: Commemorate U.S. presidents and learn more about the country’s history and leadership.
- Lunar New Year, February 17: Welcome the Year of the Horse with family gatherings, traditional foods, gifts, and wishes for happiness and good fortune.
- Ramadan begins, expected February 18: Muslims begin a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, generosity, and community. The exact start date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.
March 2026 Holidays and Observances
March welcomes spring and includes celebrations centered on women, cultural heritage, faith, and community.
- Holi, March 4: Celebrate the Hindu Festival of Colors and the arrival of spring with vibrant colors, music, food, and gatherings with family and friends.
- International Women’s Day, March 8: Celebrate the achievements of women and continue the work toward greater equality around the world.
- Daylight Saving Time begins, March 8: Move clocks forward one hour as longer evenings return.
- St. Patrick’s Day, March 17: Celebrate Irish culture and heritage with parades, festive meals, and plenty of green.
- Eid al-Fitr, expected March 20: Mark the end of Ramadan with prayer, festive meals, charitable giving, and time with family and community. The date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.
- First day of spring, March 20: Welcome a new season with fresh family photos, spring decorating, and plans for upcoming celebrations.
April 2026 Holidays and Observances
April brings major faith traditions, family-centered occasions, and reminders to care for the people, pets, and planet we love.
- Passover, April 1–9: Jewish families commemorate the Exodus from Egypt through traditions that include the Seder meal, storytelling, prayer, and time together. Passover begins at sundown on April 1 and ends after nightfall on April 9.
- Good Friday, April 3: Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ ahead of Easter Sunday.
- Easter, April 5: Celebrate the Christian holiday with worship, family meals, Easter baskets, egg hunts, and springtime traditions.
- National Siblings Day, April 10: Celebrate brothers, sisters, and sibling-like relationships by sharing favorite photos, stories, and memories.
- National Pet Day, April 11: Give pets some extra attention and celebrate the joy they bring to the family.
- Earth Day, April 22: Take part in activities that protect the planet, from community cleanups to more sustainable everyday choices.
May 2026 Holidays and Observances
May honors educators, mothers, service members, and the histories and cultures of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.
- Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, May 1–31: Celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of AANHPI communities in the United States.
- Cinco de Mayo, May 5: Commemorate Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla and celebrate Mexican culture and heritage.
- National Teacher Appreciation Day, May 5: Thank the teachers and educators who help students learn, grow, and feel supported.
- Mother’s Day, May 10: Celebrate moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and maternal figures with loving words, favorite photos, and meaningful gifts.
- Memorial Day, May 25: Remember and honor members of the U.S. military who died while serving the country.
- Eid al-Adha, expected May 27: Muslims observe the Festival of Sacrifice through prayer, family gatherings, shared meals, and charitable giving. The date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.
- Graduation season, throughout May and June: Recognize graduates at every level with announcements, parties, cards, and keepsakes that celebrate how far they have come.
June 2026 Holidays and Observances
June celebrates graduates, fathers, freedom, and LGBTQ+ communities as families move into the first days of summer.
- Pride Month, June 1–30: Celebrate LGBTQ+ people, history, and community while supporting continued equality and inclusion.
- Flag Day, June 14: Commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag and reflect on the history it represents.
- Juneteenth, June 19: Commemorate the end of slavery in the United States and celebrate Black freedom, history, achievement, and culture.
- Father’s Day, June 21: Honor dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures with time together and reminders of the moments you share.
- First day of summer, June 21: Start a season of vacations, reunions, outdoor gatherings, and new memories.
July 2026 Holidays and Observances
July brings patriotic traditions, summer gatherings, and another opportunity to celebrate the people who make a family feel like home.
- Independence Day, July 4: Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, barbecues, parades, and time with family and friends.
- Parents’ Day, July 26: Recognize parents and caregivers for the love, guidance, and support they give their families.
August 2026 Holidays and Observances
August celebrates friendship, beloved pets, and women’s equality while families prepare for a new school year.
- National Friendship Day, August 2: Celebrate the friends who have supported you through everyday moments, major milestones, and everything in between.
- National Dog Day, August 26: Give your dog extra love and celebrate the photos and memories that show their place in your family.
- Women’s Equality Day, August 26: Commemorate the certification of the 19th Amendment and recognize the continued pursuit of equal rights.
- Back-to-school season, throughout August and September: Mark a new school year with first-day photos, updated routines, and supplies made for each student’s next chapter.
September 2026 Holidays and Observances
September marks the transition into fall with days devoted to work, remembrance, grandparents, and significant Jewish holy days.
- Labor Day, September 7: Honor the achievements and contributions of American workers over the long holiday weekend.
- Patriot Day, September 11: Remember the people who lost their lives in the September 11 attacks and honor the first responders and communities affected.
- Rosh Hashanah, September 11–13: Observe the Jewish New Year with reflection, prayer, family meals, and wishes for a sweet year ahead. Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on September 11 and ends after nightfall on September 13.
- Grandparents Day, September 13: Celebrate grandparents and the love, stories, traditions, and memories they share across generations.
- Hispanic Heritage Month begins, September 15: Celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America through October 15.
- Yom Kippur, September 20–21: Observe the holiest day in Judaism with fasting, prayer, reflection, and atonement. Yom Kippur begins at sundown on September 20 and ends after nightfall on September 21.
- First day of fall, September 22: Welcome a new season of colorful leaves, family outings, and holiday preparations.
October 2026 Holidays and Observances
October continues Hispanic Heritage Month and brings opportunities to recognize Indigenous history before ending with Halloween fun.
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day, October 12: Honor the histories, cultures, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. The date is federally observed as Columbus Day.
- Halloween, October 31: Celebrate with costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, parties, and plenty of photos.
November 2026 Holidays and Observances
November is a month of heritage, service, gratitude, and gatherings with family and friends.
- Native American Heritage Month, November 1–30: Learn about and honor the histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native peoples in the United States.
- Daylight Saving Time ends, November 1: Move clocks back one hour as daylight hours grow shorter.
- Election Day, November 3: Participate in federal, state, and local elections and make your voice heard.
- Diwali, November 8: Celebrate the Festival of Lights with lamps, decorations, prayers, festive meals, gifts, and gatherings with loved ones.
- Veterans Day, November 11: Honor everyone who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Thanksgiving, November 26: Gather with loved ones, share a meal, and reflect on the people and moments that inspire gratitude.
December 2026 Holidays and Observances
December closes the year with celebrations of faith, culture, family, and the traditions people look forward to all year long.
- Hanukkah, December 4–12: Celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights by lighting the menorah, sharing traditional foods, playing games, and gathering with family. Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 4 and ends after nightfall on December 12.
- First day of winter, December 21: Welcome the new season and the shortest day of the year with cozy traditions at home.
- Christmas Eve, December 24: Gather with loved ones for religious services, festive meals, gift exchanges, and family traditions before Christmas Day.
- Christmas Day, December 25: Celebrate with faith, family, gifts, meals, and traditions that bring loved ones together.
- Kwanzaa, December 26–January 1: Honor African American culture, family, and community through seven principles observed over seven days.
- New Year’s Eve, December 31: Look back on the moments that shaped 2026 and welcome 2027 with celebrations, photos, and new hopes for the year ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2026 Holidays
What are the federal holidays in 2026?
The 11 U.S. federal holidays in 2026 are New Year’s Day on January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, Washington’s Birthday on February 16, Memorial Day on May 25, Juneteenth on June 19, Independence Day on July 4, Labor Day on September 7, Columbus Day on October 12, Veterans Day on November 11, Thanksgiving on November 26, and Christmas on December 25. Because Independence Day falls on a Saturday, the federal holiday is observed on Friday, July 3.
What are the major holidays in 2026?
Major U.S. holidays in 2026 include New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, Father’s Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Halloween, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s Eve. The calendar includes major cultural and religious celebrations such as Lunar New Year, Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Passover, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Diwali, and Eid al-Adha.
When is Easter in 2026?
Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. Good Friday is April 3, 2026.
When are Mother’s Day and Father’s Day in 2026?
Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026, and Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving in 2026?
Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year in the United States.
When do Hanukkah and Christmas fall in 2026?
Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 4 and ends after nightfall on December 12, 2026. Christmas Day is Friday, December 25, 2026.
Celebrate the Moments That Matter in 2026
Every holiday and milestone gives us another reason to connect with the people we love. Preserve the year’s memories in a photo book, keep important dates close with a custom calendar, and share meaningful greetings through holiday cards. From birthdays and graduations to annual traditions, seasonal cards and invitations help bring everyone together for the moments that matter.