November 2027 federal holiday schedule
November has 2 federal holidays on the 2027 federal employee calendar. These are the 2027 federal holiday dates for most federal employees. Other organizations publish their own schedules.
Monthly Holiday Hub · November
November Holidays
Explore November 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.
November 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints’ Day | November 1, 2027 | Monday | Christian | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Daylight saving time ends in most of the U.S. in 2027 | November 7, 2027 | Sunday | Time / Planning | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2027 | Thursday | Federal / Remembrance | Federal schedule applies; banks, USPS, markets and local services may follow separate holiday rules. |
| World Kindness Day | November 13, 2027 | Saturday | International / Social | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| World Children’s Day | November 20, 2027 | Saturday | UN / Family | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 25, 2027 | Thursday | Federal / Family | Federal schedule applies; banks, USPS, markets and local services may follow separate holiday rules. |
| Black Friday | November 26, 2027 | Friday | Shopping / Retail | Major retail planning date; store and delivery hours vary by brand and location. |
| Small Business Saturday in 2027 | November 27, 2027 | Saturday | Shopping / Community | Major retail planning date; store and delivery hours vary by brand and location. |
| Cyber Monday in 2027 | November 29, 2027 | Monday | Shopping / Online | Major retail planning date; store and delivery hours vary by brand and location. |
| Giving Tuesday in 2027 | November 30, 2027 | Tuesday | Community / Giving | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
November 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 1 | All Saints’ Day | Monday | Christian |
| November 2 | All Souls’ Day; Día de los Muertos observances | Tuesday | Christian / Cultural |
| November 3 | National Sandwich Day | Wednesday | Food / Fun |
| November 4 | National Candy Day | Thursday | Food / Fun |
| November 5 | National Love Your Red Hair Day | Friday | Fun |
| November 6 | National Nachos Day | Saturday | Food / Fun |
| November 7 | Daylight saving time ends in most of the U.S. in 2027 | Sunday | Time / Planning |
| November 8 | National STEM/STEAM Day | Monday | Education / Science |
| November 9 | World Freedom Day | Tuesday | Civic / Awareness |
| November 10 | U.S. Marine Corps Birthday | Wednesday | U.S. Civic |
| November 11 | Veterans Day | Thursday | Federal / Remembrance |
| November 12 | National French Dip Day | Friday | Food / Fun |
| November 13 | World Kindness Day | Saturday | International / Social |
| November 14 | World Diabetes Day | Sunday | Health / UN |
| November 15 | America Recycles Day | Monday | Environmental / Awareness |
| November 16 | International Day for Tolerance | Tuesday | UN / Awareness |
| November 17 | National Take a Hike Day | Wednesday | Outdoor / Fun |
| November 18 | Mickey Mouse Day | Thursday | Pop Culture |
| November 19 | International Men’s Day | Friday | Awareness |
| November 20 | World Children’s Day | Saturday | UN / Family |
| November 21 | World Television Day | Sunday | UN / Media |
| November 22 | National Cranberry Relish Day | Monday | Food / Seasonal |
| November 23 | National Espresso Day | Tuesday | Food / Fun |
| November 24 | Thanksgiving Eve planning day | Wednesday | Planning / Seasonal |
| November 25 | Thanksgiving Day | Thursday | Federal / Family |
| November 26 | Black Friday | Friday | Shopping / Retail |
| November 27 | Small Business Saturday in 2027 | Saturday | Shopping / Community |
| November 28 | First Sunday of Advent in 2027 | Sunday | Christian / Seasonal |
| November 29 | Cyber Monday in 2027 | Monday | Shopping / Online |
| November 30 | Giving Tuesday in 2027 | Tuesday | Community / Giving |
Federal Holidays in November 2027
November has 2 federal holidays 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.
November 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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November holiday and calendar pages
Use the evergreen page for broad November 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 November holidays?
Federal holiday status is only one layer. Banks, Federal Reserve services, USPS, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different calendars.
| Service | November Planning Status | Best Related Page |
|---|---|---|
| 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.
November 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 November calendar
See the complete 2027 month grid for appointments, holidays, school dates and events.
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Month-long November observances
These themes run across much or all of the month and are useful for school, workplace, nonprofit, wellness and editorial planning.
Native American Heritage MonthHistory and culture
National Family Caregivers MonthFamily and health
Military Family MonthCivic and family
Movember / men’s health awarenessHealth awareness
November weekly planning themes
Weeks can carry strong travel, retail, school and cultural intent even when there is no federal closure.
Veterans Day weekFederal and civic schedules
Thanksgiving weekTravel, food, government and retail schedules
Holiday shopping weekendBlack Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday
Religious and cultural holidays in November
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 November 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.
November Holidays FAQ
What are the major November holidays in 2027?
Major November 2027 dates include Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday. The complete date-by-date table on this page also includes religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances.
How many federal holidays are in November 2027?
There are 2 U.S. federal holidays in November 2027.
Are banks and USPS closed on November 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 November questions
Are stores open on November 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 November 2027 calendar?
Use the November 2027 Calendar page for a full printable month grid and date planning.
Should I use November Holidays or November Holidays 2026?
Use November Holidays for the evergreen monthly hub and November Holidays 2026 for the exact 2026 date and weekday list. For upcoming 2027 planning, use this evergreen hub together with the November 2027 Calendar and the linked 2027 named-holiday pages.