Texas is the second largest US state by both area and population, home to approximately 30 million people. Its major cities include Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin (the state capital). Texas observes all 11 federal public holidays and additionally designates several state holidays including Texas Independence Day (2 March), San Jacinto Day (21 April), and Emancipation Day in Texas / Juneteenth (19 June).
In 2026, Texas observes 11 public holidays in total — 11 nationwide holidays that apply across all of United States.
Public Holidays 2026
11 holidays
Texas — All Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jan 2026 | Mon | Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. | Nationwide |
| 16 Feb 2026 | Mon | Washington's Birthday | Nationwide |
| 25 May 2026 | Mon | Memorial Day | Nationwide |
| 19 Jun 2026 | Fri | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Nationwide |
| 3 Jul 2026 | Fri | Independence Day (observed) | Nationwide |
| 7 Sept 2026 | Mon | Labor Day | Nationwide |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Mon | Columbus Day | Nationwide |
| 11 Nov 2026 | Wed | Veterans Day | Nationwide |
| 26 Nov 2026 | Thu | Thanksgiving Day | Nationwide |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | Nationwide |
School Holidays 2026
Texas — School Holidays 2026
Winter Break
No break
Spring Break
09.03.2026 - 13.03.2026
Summer Holidays
22.05.2026 - 24.08.2026
Christmas Break
21.12.2025 - 05.01.2026