May 2027 federal holiday schedule
May has 1 federal holiday on the 2027 federal employee calendar. These are the 2027 federal holiday dates for most federal employees. Other organizations publish their own schedules.
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May Holidays
Explore May 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.
May 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 |
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| May Day / International Workers’ Day | May 1, 2027 | Saturday | International / Labor | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Cinco de Mayo | May 5, 2027 | Wednesday | Cultural / Popular | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| National Nurses Day; Ascension Day in 2027 | May 6, 2027 | Thursday | Professional / Christian | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Mother’s Day in 2027 | May 9, 2027 | Sunday | Popular / Family | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Armed Forces Day in 2027; International Day of Families | May 15, 2027 | Saturday | Civic / UN | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Eid al-Adha is expected in 2027; Pentecost Sunday in 2027 | May 16, 2027 | Sunday | Muslim / Christian | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| World Bee Day | May 20, 2027 | Thursday | UN / Environmental | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Lag BaOmer in 2027; National Wine Day | May 25, 2027 | Tuesday | Jewish / Food | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Memorial Day in 2027 | May 31, 2027 | Monday | Federal / Remembrance | Federal schedule applies; banks, USPS, markets and local services may follow separate holiday rules. |
May 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | May Day / International Workers’ Day | Saturday | International / Labor |
| May 2 | World Tuna Day | Sunday | UN / Awareness |
| May 3 | World Press Freedom Day | Monday | UN / Media |
| May 4 | Star Wars Day | Tuesday | Pop Culture |
| May 5 | Cinco de Mayo | Wednesday | Cultural / Popular |
| May 6 | National Nurses Day; Ascension Day in 2027 | Thursday | Professional / Christian |
| May 7 | National Tourism Day | Friday | Travel / Awareness |
| May 8 | World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day | Saturday | International / Humanitarian |
| May 9 | Mother’s Day in 2027 | Sunday | Popular / Family |
| May 10 | National Clean Up Your Room Day | Monday | Home / Fun |
| May 11 | National Eat What You Want Day | Tuesday | Food / Fun |
| May 12 | International Nurses Day | Wednesday | Professional / Health |
| May 13 | National Apple Pie Day | Thursday | Food / Fun |
| May 14 | National Dance Like a Chicken Day | Friday | Fun |
| May 15 | Armed Forces Day in 2027; International Day of Families | Saturday | Civic / UN |
| May 16 | Eid al-Adha is expected in 2027; Pentecost Sunday in 2027 | Sunday | Muslim / Christian |
| May 17 | World Telecommunication and Information Society Day | Monday | UN / Technology |
| May 18 | International Museum Day | Tuesday | Arts / Culture |
| May 19 | National Devil’s Food Cake Day | Wednesday | Food / Fun |
| May 20 | World Bee Day | Thursday | UN / Environmental |
| May 21 | World Day for Cultural Diversity | Friday | UN / Cultural |
| May 22 | National Maritime Day | Saturday | U.S. Civic |
| May 23 | World Turtle Day | Sunday | Awareness / Animals |
| May 24 | National Brother’s Day | Monday | Social / Fun |
| May 25 | Lag BaOmer in 2027; National Wine Day | Tuesday | Jewish / Food |
| May 26 | National Paper Airplane Day | Wednesday | Fun |
| May 27 | National Sunscreen Day | Thursday | Health / Seasonal |
| May 28 | National Hamburger Day | Friday | Food / Fun |
| May 29 | International Day of UN Peacekeepers | Saturday | UN / Remembrance |
| May 30 | Corpus Christi in the U.S. Catholic calendar in 2027 | Sunday | Christian |
| May 31 | Memorial Day in 2027 | Monday | Federal / Remembrance |
Federal Holidays in May 2027
May has 1 federal holiday on the 2027 federal employee calendar. These are the 2027 federal holiday dates for most federal employees. Other organizations publish their own schedules.
What does a federal holiday affect?
Federal offices follow the federal holiday calendar. Federal Reserve operations, retail banks, USPS, stock exchanges, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different schedules, so check the service-specific page before making time-sensitive plans.
May 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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May holiday and calendar pages
Use the evergreen page for broad May 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 May holidays?
Federal holiday status is only one layer. Banks, Federal Reserve services, USPS, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different calendars.
| Service | May Planning Status | Best Related Page |
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| Federal offices | Closed on listed federal observed dates | Federal Holidays 2027 |
| Federal Reserve | Holiday schedule applies on listed dates | Federal Reserve Holidays |
| Banks | Often closed or reduced on major federal/bank holidays; branch policies vary | Bank Holidays |
| USPS / Post Offices | Holiday service may change on federal holidays; verify the published USPS schedule and local office hours | USPS Holidays |
| Schools | Often closed for federal holidays and school breaks; district calendars vary | School Holidays |
| Stores | Holiday and sale hours vary widely by chain and location | Store Hours Today |
| Restaurants | Usually open, but holiday hours and reservations vary | Restaurant Hours |
Last updated: —. Always verify local branch, school, carrier, market, store and restaurant schedules for time-sensitive plans.
May 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 May calendar
See the complete 2027 month grid for appointments, holidays, school dates and events.
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Month-long May observances
These themes run across much or all of the month and are useful for school, workplace, nonprofit, wellness and editorial planning.
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage MonthHistory and culture
Mental Health Awareness MonthHealth awareness
Military Appreciation MonthCivic
National Bike MonthMobility and wellness
May weekly planning themes
Weeks can carry strong travel, retail, school and cultural intent even when there is no federal closure.
Teacher and nurse recognition seasonSchool and healthcare appreciation
Mother’s Day weekDining, flowers, gifts and family plans
Memorial Day weekendTravel, federal closures and store-hour checks
Religious and cultural holidays in May
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 May 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.
May Holidays FAQ
What are the major May holidays in 2027?
Major May 2027 dates include Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, Eid al-Adha expected, Memorial Day. The complete date-by-date table on this page also includes religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances.
How many federal holidays are in May 2027?
There is 1 U.S. federal holiday in May 2027.
Are banks and USPS closed on May 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 May questions
Are stores open on May 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 May 2027 calendar?
Use the May 2027 Calendar page for a full printable month grid and date planning.
Should I use May Holidays or May Holidays 2026?
Use May Holidays for the evergreen monthly hub and May Holidays 2026 for the exact 2026 date and weekday list. For upcoming 2027 planning, use this evergreen hub together with the May 2027 Calendar and the linked 2027 named-holiday pages.