Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls on Monday, January 18.

Public holiday

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 at a glance

Date
Monday, January 18, 2027
Day of the week
Monday
Week number
Week 3
Day of the year
Day 18 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 2027. That makes a long weekend of 3 days: from Saturday, January 16 to Monday, January 18. Whether you actually have the day off depends on your employer or sector.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2026, 2027 and 2028

Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a different date every year. In 2027 it is one day earlier than in 2026, when it fell on Monday, January 19, 2026. In 2028, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, January 17, 2028.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the school holidays

Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls outside the school holidays.

Other holidays in 2027

Frequently asked questions

What day is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2027?

In 2027, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, January 18, in week 3.

Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 a day off?

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