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✊ Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 falls on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Exact date
Monday, January 19, 2026
Calendar rule
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday of January, so the calendar date changes every year while the weekday stays Monday.
Holiday status
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal public holiday in the United States.
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Questions about Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 falls on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Why is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 on Monday, January 19?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed on the third Monday of January, so the calendar date changes every year while the weekday stays Monday.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 a public holiday in the United States?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal public holiday in the United States.
What about Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls on Monday, January 18, 2027.