No U.S. federal holiday in April 2027
There is no U.S. federal holiday in April 2027. Federal offices generally follow normal weekday schedules except for local closures, emergencies or agency-specific changes.
Monthly Holiday Hub · April
April Holidays
Explore April holidays by date, including U.S. federal holidays, national days, religious and cultural observances, awareness events, a 2027 calendar and practical open-or-closed planning.
April Holidays 2027: Key Dates at a Glance
Start with the dates most likely to affect travel, government services, family plans, school calendars, cultural events or seasonal schedules.
| Holiday / Observance | Date | Day | Type | Planning Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April Fools’ Day | April 1, 2027 | Thursday | Fun / Cultural | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| World Health Day | April 7, 2027 | Wednesday | UN / Health | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Emancipation Day in Washington, D.C. | April 16, 2027 | Friday | Local Civic | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Passover begins at sunset in 2027; Administrative Professionals Day in 2027 | April 21, 2027 | Wednesday | Jewish / Workplace | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Earth Day | April 22, 2027 | Thursday | Environmental / Global | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| World Book and Copyright Day | April 23, 2027 | Friday | UN / Literary | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| DNA Day | April 25, 2027 | Sunday | Science / Education | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Passover ends at nightfall in the Diaspora in 2027; International Dance Day | April 29, 2027 | Thursday | Jewish / Arts | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| International Jazz Day | April 30, 2027 | Friday | UN / Music | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
April Holidays by Date
A date-by-date guide to widely recognized federal, religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances. Informal national days may differ by organizer.
| Date | Selected Holidays & Observances | Day in 2027 | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1 | April Fools’ Day | Thursday | Fun / Cultural |
| April 2 | World Autism Awareness Day | Friday | UN / Awareness |
| April 3 | Find a Rainbow Day | Saturday | Fun |
| April 4 | International Mine Awareness Day | Sunday | UN / Awareness |
| April 5 | National Deep Dish Pizza Day | Monday | Food / Fun |
| April 6 | National Student-Athlete Day | Tuesday | Education / Sports |
| April 7 | World Health Day | Wednesday | UN / Health |
| April 8 | National Zoo Lovers Day | Thursday | Animals / Fun |
| April 9 | National Unicorn Day | Friday | Fun |
| April 10 | National Siblings Day | Saturday | Social / Fun |
| April 11 | National Pet Day | Sunday | Animals / Social |
| April 12 | National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day | Monday | Food / Fun |
| April 13 | Thomas Jefferson Day | Tuesday | U.S. History |
| April 14 | National Gardening Day | Wednesday | Seasonal / Home |
| April 15 | Tax-season planning date in the U.S.; World Art Day | Thursday | Planning / Arts |
| April 16 | Emancipation Day in Washington, D.C. | Friday | Local Civic |
| April 17 | National Haiku Poetry Day | Saturday | Literary / Arts |
| April 18 | International Day for Monuments and Sites | Sunday | International / Heritage |
| April 19 | Patriots’ Day in parts of New England in 2027; National Garlic Day | Monday | Regional / Food |
| April 20 | Chinese Language Day | Tuesday | UN / Cultural |
| April 21 | Passover begins at sunset in 2027; Administrative Professionals Day in 2027 | Wednesday | Jewish / Workplace |
| April 22 | Earth Day | Thursday | Environmental / Global |
| April 23 | World Book and Copyright Day | Friday | UN / Literary |
| April 24 | National Pigs in a Blanket Day | Saturday | Food / Fun |
| April 25 | DNA Day | Sunday | Science / Education |
| April 26 | National Pretzel Day | Monday | Food / Fun |
| April 27 | National Tell a Story Day | Tuesday | Literary / Fun |
| April 28 | Workers’ Memorial Day | Wednesday | Remembrance / Workplace |
| April 29 | Passover ends at nightfall in the Diaspora in 2027; International Dance Day | Thursday | Jewish / Arts |
| April 30 | International Jazz Day | Friday | UN / Music |
Federal Holidays in April 2027
There is no U.S. federal holiday in April 2027. Federal offices generally follow normal weekday schedules except for local closures, emergencies or agency-specific changes.
Popular observances still matter
April can still include major religious, cultural, seasonal, school and retail dates. Those observances do not automatically close federal offices, banks, USPS or private businesses.
April 2027 Calendar with Holiday Highlights
Use the month grid to place major dates in context. The dedicated calendar page includes the full printable planning view.
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April holiday and calendar pages
Use the evergreen page for broad April holiday intent, the approved historical annual pages for exact 2025/2026 lists, and the 2027 calendar for upcoming planning.
What’s open and closed on April holidays?
Federal holiday status is only one layer. Banks, Federal Reserve services, USPS, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different calendars.
| Service | April Planning Status | Best Related Page |
|---|---|---|
| Federal offices | No month-wide federal holiday closure | Federal Holidays 2027 |
| Federal Reserve | Normal schedule unless otherwise announced | Federal Reserve Holidays |
| Banks | Usually open on normal banking days | Bank Holidays |
| USPS / Post Offices | Usually normal service except local or operational changes | USPS Holidays |
| Schools | District calendars vary; religious and seasonal breaks may still apply | School Holidays |
| Stores | Usually open; local and seasonal hours vary | Store Hours Today |
| Restaurants | Usually open; hours vary by location | Restaurant Hours |
Last updated: —. Always verify local branch, school, carrier, market, store and restaurant schedules for time-sensitive plans.
April holidays by type
Separate official closure holidays from religious, cultural, awareness, seasonal and informal observances so each date is easier to plan around.
Federal holidays
Official U.S. federal dates and observed-day rules for government schedules.
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Religious observances
Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Sikh and other observances with tradition-specific date notes.
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Cultural observances
National, heritage and community dates with cultural significance.
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Fun & national days
Food days, social observances and informal national-day traditions.
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Store hours
Check local retail and grocery schedules when a holiday affects shopping or travel plans.
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Printable April calendar
See the complete 2027 month grid for appointments, holidays, school dates and events.
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Month-long April observances
These themes run across much or all of the month and are useful for school, workplace, nonprofit, wellness and editorial planning.
Autism Acceptance MonthAwareness
Earth MonthEnvironment
National Poetry MonthArts and literature
Financial Literacy MonthEducation and planning
April weekly planning themes
Weeks can carry strong travel, retail, school and cultural intent even when there is no federal closure.
Earth WeekEarth Day and environmental observances
Administrative Professionals WeekWorkplace recognition
Final third of AprilPassover in 2027 and spring planning
Religious and cultural holidays in April
Jewish holidays begin at sundown. Islamic dates can vary by moon sighting and local authority. Hindu and Buddhist dates can vary by calendar, region and tradition. Informal national days can be promoted by different organizations; this page prioritizes widely recognized and useful observances.
Featured April pages
Move from the monthly overview into exact holiday pages for dates, meaning, annual timing and practical planning.
Previous and next month
Continue through the holiday calendar without losing monthly context.
Planning tools
Use calendars and date tools when you need to turn holiday dates into schedules, deadlines or travel plans.
April Holidays FAQ
What are the major April holidays in 2027?
Major April 2027 dates include Passover begins, Earth Day, Administrative Professionals Day, Jazz Day. The complete date-by-date table on this page also includes religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances.
How many federal holidays are in April 2027?
There are no U.S. federal holidays in April 2027.
Are banks and USPS closed on April holidays?
Banks and USPS follow service-specific holiday schedules. Federal holidays can affect operations, but branch, delivery and retail-window schedules should be verified for the exact date and location.
More April questions
Are stores open on April holidays?
Many stores remain open for most observances, while major federal, family and shopping holidays can bring reduced, extended or location-specific hours. Check the store or local branch before traveling.
Where can I see a April 2027 calendar?
Use the April 2027 Calendar page for a full printable month grid and date planning.
Should I use April Holidays or April Holidays 2026?
Use April Holidays for the evergreen monthly hub and April Holidays 2026 for the exact 2026 date and weekday list. For upcoming 2027 planning, use this evergreen hub together with the April 2027 Calendar and the linked 2027 named-holiday pages.