California is the most populous US state, home to approximately 39 million people. It is the largest state economy in the USA — and the fifth largest in the world — centred on Silicon Valley (technology), Los Angeles (entertainment), and an enormous agricultural sector. California observes all 11 federal public holidays plus several state holidays including César Chávez Day (31 March).
In 2024, California observes 11 public holidays in total — 11 nationwide holidays that apply across all of United States.
Public Holidays 2024
11 holidays
California — All Public Holidays 2024
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2024 | Mon | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 15 Jan 2024 | Mon | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Nationwide |
| 19 Feb 2024 | Mon | Washington's Birthday | Nationwide |
| 27 May 2024 | Mon | Memorial Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jun 2024 | Wed | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 4 Jul 2024 | Thu | Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 2 Sept 2024 | Mon | Labor Day | Nationwide |
| 14 Oct 2024 | Mon | Columbus Day | Nationwide |
| 11 Nov 2024 | Mon | Veterans Day | Nationwide |
| 28 Nov 2024 | Thu | Thanksgiving Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2024 | Wed | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2024
California — School Holidays 2024
Winter Break
16.02.2024 - 20.02.2024
Spring Break
No break
Summer Holidays
19.06.2024 - 07.09.2024
Christmas Break
22.12.2024 - 02.01.2025