Official & Operational Calendars
These pages separate legal holiday status from the operating schedules of specific services.
Official Holiday Status
Public Holidays
Find official public holidays by country and region, understand what a public holiday means, and check how government offices, banks, postal services and businesses may be affected.
Public-Service Holiday Calendars
Use the exact service calendar when a holiday can affect government, banking, mail or local operations.
Mail & Local Services
Postal and regional holiday rules can change service availability even when private businesses remain open.
Public Holiday Calendars by Country
Choose a country for its evergreen holiday calendar, current-year dates and location-specific public-holiday guidance.
United States
Federal holidays, state holidays and major U.S. observances.
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Canada
Federal and provincial holiday calendars across Canada.
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United Kingdom
Bank holidays and country-specific observances across the UK.
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India
National, state and major cultural and religious holidays in India.
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Australia
National and state or territory public holidays in Australia.
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Brazil
National and regional public holidays across Brazil.
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Germany
Federal and state-level public holidays in Germany.
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France
National public holidays and local exceptions in France.
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Japan
National public holidays and substitute-holiday rules in Japan.
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Holidays by Region
Start with a regional calendar, then open the exact country or jurisdiction for official dates and local rules.
North America
United States, Canada, Mexico and nearby North American calendars.
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Latin America
Public, national and cultural holidays across Latin America and the Caribbean.
BrazilArgentinaCaribbean
Europe
Country and regional holiday calendars across Europe.
UKFranceGermany
Africa
National and public holiday calendars across African countries.
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Asia
Public holidays, national days and major cultural observances across Asia.
IndiaChinaJapan
Middle East
Public and national holidays across Gulf, Levant and neighboring countries.
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Oceania & Pacific
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific island holiday calendars.
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Today, Tomorrow & What’s Next
Use the rolling holiday pages for a date-aware view of today, tomorrow, the week ahead and the next holiday.
Today
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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Tomorrow
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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Monday
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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This Week
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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Next Holiday
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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Upcoming
Move through the holiday calendar without losing the current date context.
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Holidays by Month
Open a month to see its holidays and observances, then use the matching calendar for date planning.
Holiday Planning
Move from a holiday answer to the exact calendar or date tool you need.
Open or Closed?
Use service-specific pages when the practical question is whether something is operating.
What counts as a public holiday?
A public holiday is an officially recognized day that can change normal work, government or service schedules. The exact legal effect depends on the country and sometimes the state, province or territory.
A public holiday does not automatically mean every private business is closed. Banks, schools, markets, stores and transportation providers can follow their own operating rules.
Government statusOfficial public holidays commonly affect government offices, but essential services may continue.
Private employersPrivate-sector closing rules depend on local law, contracts and employer policy.
Observed datesWhen a fixed-date holiday falls on a weekend, an official observed weekday may apply in some jurisdictions.
Date checked: September 4, 2026. Official holiday and closure rules can vary by jurisdiction, institution and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a public holiday?
A public holiday is a day officially recognized by a government or jurisdiction, often affecting government offices and work schedules.
Are all businesses closed on public holidays?
No. Private businesses can remain open, reduce hours or close depending on local law, company policy and the holiday.
Is a federal holiday the same as a public holiday?
In the United States, federal holidays apply to the federal government. States and private employers can have different rules, so the broader term public holiday can cover other legal holiday systems.
Do banks close on every public holiday?
Not necessarily. Bank schedules can reflect Federal Reserve holidays, state law and each institution’s branch policies.
Where can I find country-specific public holidays?
Open World Holidays or a regional hub, then choose the country whose official calendar you need.