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 2025, California observes 12 public holidays in total — 12 nationwide holidays that apply across all of United States.
Public Holidays 2025
12 holidays
California — All Public Holidays 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2025 | Wed | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 20 Jan 2025 | Mon | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Nationwide |
| 20 Jan 2025 | Mon | Inauguration Day | Nationwide |
| 17 Feb 2025 | Mon | Washington's Birthday | Nationwide |
| 26 May 2025 | Mon | Memorial Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jun 2025 | Thu | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 4 Jul 2025 | Fri | Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 1 Sept 2025 | Mon | Labor Day | Nationwide |
| 13 Oct 2025 | Mon | Columbus Day | Nationwide |
| 11 Nov 2025 | Tue | Veterans Day | Nationwide |
| 27 Nov 2025 | Thu | Thanksgiving Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2025 | Thu | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2025
California — School Holidays 2025
Winter Break
No break
Spring Break
24.03.2025 - 28.03.2025
Summer Holidays
12.06.2025 - 08.09.2025
Christmas Break
20.12.2024 - 06.01.2025