Independence Day 2026

Independence Day 2026 fell on Saturday, July 4. The day off was on Friday, July 3.

Public holiday

Independence Day 2026 at a glance

Date
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Day of the week
Saturday
Week number
Week 27
Day of the year
Day 185 of 365
Day off
Yes, nationwide
Observed on
Friday, July 3, 2026

Dates calculated from the statutory rules. Source: U.S. Office of Personnel Management: federal holidays. More about our sources

Long weekend or extra day off?

Independence Day falls on a Saturday in 2026. That makes a long weekend of 3 days: from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5. Whether you actually have the day off depends on your employer or sector.

Independence Day in 2025, 2026 and 2027

Independence Day is on July 4 every year; only the weekday changes. In 2025 it was a Friday, in 2026 a Saturday and in 2027 a Sunday.

Other holidays in 2026

Frequently asked questions

What day is Independence Day in 2026?

In 2026, Independence Day fell on Saturday, July 4, in week 27.

Is Independence Day 2026 a day off?

Yes, Independence Day is a public holiday in the United States. Because Independence Day falls on a weekend in 2026, the day off is on Friday, July 3.