With the 2025 calendar for federal and non-federal holidays officially released, it’s time to plan your year! From cherished traditions like Christmas and Independence Day to unique celebrations such as Inauguration Day, this comprehensive guide will help you organize vacations, gatherings, and cultural observances.
Federal holidays in 2025
Federal holidays are observed nationwide, with many businesses and government offices closing. Here’s the list for 2025:
- Wednesday, January 1: New Year’s Day
- Monday, January 20: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Monday, January 20: Inauguration Day
- Monday, February 17: Washington’s Birthday
- Monday, May 26: Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 19: Juneteenth
- Friday, July 4: Independence Day
- Monday, September 1: Labor Day
- Monday, October 13: Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples’ Day
- Tuesday, November 11: Veterans Day
- Thursday, November 27: Thanksgiving Day
- Thursday, December 25: Christmas Day
Non-federal holidays in 2025
In addition to federal holidays, the year includes a vibrant array of cultural, religious, and commercial events. While these are not federally observed, they hold significant importance for communities across the country:
- Wednesday, January 29: Chinese New Year
- Sunday, February 2: Groundhog Day
- Friday, February 14: Valentine’s Day
- Friday, February 28 (tentative): Ramadan begins
- Tuesday, March 4: Mardi Gras
- Wednesday, March 5: Ash Wednesday
- Monday, March 17: St. Patrick’s Day
- Monday, May 5: May Day
- Monday, May 5: Cinco de Mayo
- Sunday, May 11: Mother’s Day
- Saturday, June 14: Flag Day
- Sunday, June 15: Father’s Day
- Monday, October 20: Diwali
- Friday, October 31: Halloween
- Saturday, November 1, through Sunday, November 2: Day of the Dead
- Friday, November 28: Black Friday
- Monday, December 1: Cyber Monday
- Sunday, December 14: Hanukkah begins
- Wednesday, December 24: Christmas Eve
- Wednesday, December 31: New Year’s Eve
Key dates to note
Inauguration Day: Held only once every four years, this special occasion falls on Monday, January 20, marking the swearing-in of the next U.S. president.
Cultural highlights: Events like Chinese New Year on January 29, Diwali on October 20, and Hanukkah starting December 14 bring opportunities to celebrate the diversity of American communities.
Shopping Extravaganzas: Don’t miss Black Friday on November 28 and Cyber Monday on December 1 for holiday deals.
Planning for 2025
With these dates in mind, now is the perfect time to plan long weekends, family gatherings, or cultural experiences. Whether you’re celebrating a federal holiday or immersing yourself in a unique cultural tradition, 2025 promises a year full of meaningful events.