All upcoming US federal holidays from September to December 2025

Starting September, up until December 2025, the United States will observe 5 federal holidays, ranging from cultural significance to historical values.

The season will start with Labor Day on September 1, signaling the unofficial end of American summer. The holiday carries a tradition of parades, picnics and barbecues to honor the nation’s great workforce and their contributions on building America. The day is recognized and celebrated in all states.

Next is Columbus Day, falling on Monday, October 13. This holiday commemorates Christopher Columbus’s landing in the Americas but is increasingly observed in many states as Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a moment to reflect on the histories and cultures of Native Americans. Federal offices, banks, and schools will close, and communities may hold educational and cultural events acknowledging both the age of exploration and the legacy of indigenous peoples.


On Tuesday, November 11, Americans will honor Veterans Day, recognizing the service and sacrifice of US military veterans. Communities will host ceremonies, parades, and school assemblies. The day is marked by wide closures of federal offices and businesses, and Americans take the opportunity to thank veterans from all branches of the armed services for their role in securing national freedom.

Thanksgiving Day, one of the most beloved holidays in the United States, arrives on Thursday, November 27. Families gather around tables to share traditional turkey dinners and express gratitude for blessings received during the year. Thanksgiving not only marks a time for communal reflection and hospitality but also launches the holiday and holiday shopping season, with Black Friday landing the following day.

Finally, Christmas rounds out the season on Thursday, December 25. The nation pauses to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ through religious services, festive decorations, and generous exchanges of gifts. Christmas is marked by widespread business closures and is celebrated through numerous cultural and family traditions.