Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 fell on Monday, January 20.

Public holiday

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 at a glance

Date
Monday, January 20, 2025
Day of the week
Monday
Week number
Week 4
Day of the year
Day 20 of 365
Day off
Yes, nationwide

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?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a Monday in 2025. That makes a long weekend of 3 days: from Saturday, January 18 to Monday, January 20. Whether you actually have the day off depends on your employer or sector.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2024, 2025 and 2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a different date every year. In 2025 it is 5 days later than in 2024, when it fell on Monday, January 15, 2024. In 2026, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, January 19, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

What day is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2025?

In 2025, Martin Luther King Jr. Day fell on Monday, January 20, in week 4.

Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025 a day off?

Yes, Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a public holiday in the United States.