October 2027 federal holiday schedule
October 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.
Monthly Holiday Hub · October
October Holidays
Explore October 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.
October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Coffee Day; Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset in 2027 | October 1, 2027 | Friday | Food / Jewish | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Rosh Hashanah in 2027; International Day of Non-Violence | October 2, 2027 | Saturday | Jewish / UN | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| World Teachers’ Day | October 5, 2027 | Tuesday | UN / Education | Official closure rules vary by service and location. |
| Dussehra in 2027; Leif Erikson Day | October 9, 2027 | Saturday | Hindu / U.S. History | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| World Mental Health Day; Yom Kippur begins at sunset | October 10, 2027 | Sunday | Health / Jewish | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Columbus Day; Yom Kippur in 2027; Canadian Thanksgiving in 2027 | October 11, 2027 | Monday | Federal / Jewish / Cultural | Federal schedule applies; banks, USPS, markets and local services may follow separate holiday rules. |
| Boss’s Day; World Food Day; Sukkot in 2027 | October 16, 2027 | Saturday | Workplace / UN / Jewish | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Simchat Torah in 2027; United Nations Day | October 24, 2027 | Sunday | Jewish / UN | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Diwali in 2027 | October 29, 2027 | Friday | Hindu / Cultural | Religious observance; public-holiday status and local practice vary by community and location. |
| Halloween | October 31, 2027 | Sunday | Popular / Seasonal | Useful seasonal planning date; not a U.S. federal holiday unless separately stated. |
October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1 | International Coffee Day; Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset in 2027 | Friday | Food / Jewish |
| October 2 | Rosh Hashanah in 2027; International Day of Non-Violence | Saturday | Jewish / UN |
| October 3 | Rosh Hashanah ends at nightfall in 2027 | Sunday | Jewish |
| October 4 | World Animal Day | Monday | Awareness / Animals |
| October 5 | World Teachers’ Day | Tuesday | UN / Education |
| October 6 | National Coaches Day | Wednesday | Professional / Sports |
| October 7 | National Frappe Day | Thursday | Food / Fun |
| October 8 | National Pierogi Day | Friday | Food / Fun |
| October 9 | Dussehra in 2027; Leif Erikson Day | Saturday | Hindu / U.S. History |
| October 10 | World Mental Health Day; Yom Kippur begins at sunset | Sunday | Health / Jewish |
| October 11 | Columbus Day; Yom Kippur in 2027; Canadian Thanksgiving in 2027 | Monday | Federal / Jewish / Cultural |
| October 12 | National Farmer’s Day | Tuesday | Agriculture / Awareness |
| October 13 | National Train Your Brain Day | Wednesday | Wellness / Fun |
| October 14 | National Dessert Day | Thursday | Food / Fun |
| October 15 | Global Handwashing Day; Sukkot begins at sunset in 2027 | Friday | Health / Jewish |
| October 16 | Boss’s Day; World Food Day; Sukkot in 2027 | Saturday | Workplace / UN / Jewish |
| October 17 | National Pasta Day | Sunday | Food / Fun |
| October 18 | Alaska Day | Monday | U.S. History |
| October 19 | National Seafood Bisque Day | Tuesday | Food / Fun |
| October 20 | International Chefs Day | Wednesday | Professional / Food |
| October 21 | Reptile Awareness Day | Thursday | Awareness / Animals |
| October 22 | Sukkot ends; Shemini Atzeret begins at sunset in 2027 | Friday | Jewish |
| October 23 | Shemini Atzeret; Simchat Torah begins at sunset in 2027 | Saturday | Jewish |
| October 24 | Simchat Torah in 2027; United Nations Day | Sunday | Jewish / UN |
| October 25 | World Pasta Day | Monday | Food / International |
| October 26 | National Pumpkin Day | Tuesday | Seasonal / Food |
| October 27 | Navy Day | Wednesday | U.S. Civic |
| October 28 | National Chocolate Day | Thursday | Food / Fun |
| October 29 | Diwali in 2027 | Friday | Hindu / Cultural |
| October 30 | National Candy Corn Day | Saturday | Seasonal / Food |
| October 31 | Halloween | Sunday | Popular / Seasonal |
Federal Holidays in October 2027
October 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.
October 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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October holiday and calendar pages
Use the evergreen page for broad October 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 October holidays?
Federal holiday status is only one layer. Banks, Federal Reserve services, USPS, schools, stores and restaurants can follow different calendars.
| Service | October 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.
October 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 October calendar
See the complete 2027 month grid for appointments, holidays, school dates and events.
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Month-long October observances
These themes run across much or all of the month and are useful for school, workplace, nonprofit, wellness and editorial planning.
Breast Cancer Awareness MonthHealth awareness
National Cybersecurity Awareness MonthTechnology and safety
National Disability Employment Awareness MonthWorkplace and accessibility
Filipino American History MonthHistory and culture
October weekly planning themes
Weeks can carry strong travel, retail, school and cultural intent even when there is no federal closure.
First halfHigh Holy Days and fall cultural observances in 2027
Mid-monthColumbus Day, Boss’s Day and Canadian Thanksgiving in 2027
Halloween weekCostumes, events, store hours and family plans
Religious and cultural holidays in October
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 October 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.
October Holidays FAQ
What are the major October holidays in 2027?
Major October 2027 dates include Columbus Day, Yom Kippur, Diwali, Halloween. The complete date-by-date table on this page also includes religious, cultural, awareness and informal observances.
How many federal holidays are in October 2027?
There is 1 U.S. federal holiday in October 2027.
Are banks and USPS closed on October 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 October questions
Are stores open on October 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 October 2027 calendar?
Use the October 2027 Calendar page for a full printable month grid and date planning.
Should I use October Holidays or October Holidays 2026?
Use October Holidays for the evergreen monthly hub and October Holidays 2026 for the exact 2026 date and weekday list. For upcoming 2027 planning, use this evergreen hub together with the October 2027 Calendar and the linked 2027 named-holiday pages.