U.S. Federal Holidays List 2025: Official Dates and What They Mean

U.S. Federal Holidays 2025: Official Dates and What’s Open or Closed

Federal holidays are days recognized by the U.S. government when non-essential federal offices are closed and federal employees receive paid leave. This schedule also affects banks, schools, and many private businesses.

Official List of 2025 Federal Holidays

Here is the complete list of the 11 federally recognized holidays for 2025.

Note on Inauguration Day: This holiday occurs every four years and is only observed by federal employees in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

What is a Federal Holiday?

A federal holiday is officially established by U.S. law and has specific implications:

• Federal Government: Most federal offices, agencies, and courts are closed.

• Financial Sector: Most banks and the stock markets are closed.

• Private Businesses: Private employers are not required to give these days off, but many do. Your company’s policy or employment contract will specify your holidays.

• State & Local Governments: State and local governments may observe additional holidays and are not required to close for all federal holidays.

Why This Holiday Calendar Matters for You

Knowing the federal holiday schedule helps you plan effectively:

• Plan Ahead: Schedule appointments with government agencies, banks, or other services that may be closed.

• Manage Business: Plan for payroll processing, billing cycles, and project deadlines that may be affected by closures.

• Maximize Time Off: Identify long weekends (like Memorial Day and Labor Day) to plan vacations and family activities.

• Understand Your Benefits: If you are a federal employee or work for a company that follows this schedule, these dates directly impact your paid time off and work calendar.