2031 is the final year in CalendarGlobe's verified United States federal holiday dataset. Independence Day (4 July) falls on a Friday โ automatic three-day long weekend. Christmas Day (25 December) falls on a Thursday and New Year's Day (1 January 2032) on a Thursday โ two consecutive Thursday holidays bookending the festive season.
Thanksgiving falls on Thursday 27 November. Memorial Day is Monday 26 May. Labor Day is Monday 1 September. The USA observes its 255th year of independence in 2031.
Public Holidays 2031
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Nationwide Public Holidays 2031
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2031 | Wed | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 20 Jan 2031 | Mon | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Nationwide |
| 17 Feb 2031 | Mon | Washington's Birthday | Nationwide |
| 26 May 2031 | Mon | Memorial Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jun 2031 | Thu | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 4 Jul 2031 | Fri | Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Sept 2031 | Mon | Labor Day | Nationwide |
| 13 Oct 2031 | Mon | Columbus Day | Nationwide |
| 11 Nov 2031 | Tue | Veterans Day | Nationwide |
| 27 Nov 2031 | Thu | Thanksgiving Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2031 | Thu | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2031
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Alabama โ School Holidays Overview
Winter Break
17.02.2031 - 21.02.2031
Spring Break
No break
Summer Holidays
23.05.2031 - 04.08.2031
Christmas Break
22.12.2031 - 04.01.2032
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.