The United States in 2028 is a Presidential Election year and a leap year with 366 days. The Summer Olympics are hosted in Los Angeles from July to August 2028 โ the first time the USA has hosted the Summer Games since Atlanta in 1996. Independence Day (4 July) falls on a Tuesday โ a bridge day on Monday 3 July creates a four-day long weekend.
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday 23 November. Christmas Day (25 December) falls on a Monday โ excellent placement for a four-day festive break.
Public Holidays 2028
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Nationwide Public Holidays 2028
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2027 | Fri | New Year's Day (observed) | Nationwide |
| 17 Jan 2028 | Mon | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Nationwide |
| 21 Feb 2028 | Mon | Washington's Birthday | Nationwide |
| 29 May 2028 | Mon | Memorial Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jun 2028 | Mon | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 4 Jul 2028 | Tue | Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 4 Sept 2028 | Mon | Labor Day | Nationwide |
| 9 Oct 2028 | Mon | Columbus Day | Nationwide |
| 10 Nov 2028 | Fri | Veterans Day (observed) | Nationwide |
| 23 Nov 2028 | Thu | Thanksgiving Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2028 | Mon | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2028
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Alabama โ School Holidays Overview
Winter Break
17.02.2028 - 21.02.2028
Spring Break
No break
Summer Holidays
23.05.2028 - 04.08.2028
Christmas Break
22.12.2028 - 04.01.2029
Holidays by Region
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are private employers required to give US federal holidays off?
No. Federal public holidays in the United States apply directly only to federal government employees. Private employers are not legally required to give employees the day off or provide extra pay. Whether a private employee gets federal holidays off depends on their employment contract.
What is Juneteenth?
Juneteenth (19 June) commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. It marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced freedom for enslaved people โ two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It became a federal holiday in 2021.
What is Thanksgiving in the United States?
Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday of November and is one of the most important American holidays. It centres on a large family meal (traditionally featuring roast turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie) and expressions of gratitude. Canadian Thanksgiving is in October.
How long are school summer holidays in the USA?
US school summer holidays typically last 10โ13 weeks, running from late May/June to August or early September. The exact dates vary by state and district. This is longer than most European countries.
What is the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day (last Monday in May) honours military personnel who have died in service. Veterans Day (11 November) honours all who have served in the US military, both living and deceased. Veterans Day also coincides with Armistice Day / Remembrance Day in other countries.