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New York
Check public holidays and school term dates in New York (NY), United States. Below is a quick reference for region-wide holiday dates and school calendar periods.
Today in New York is Saturday, March 21, 2026.
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Public holidays in New York (NY) 2026
Public holidays in New York include national dates such as New Year's Day and Christmas Day, along with region-specific holidays such as Lincoln's Birthday and Juneteenth.
HolidayDate
New Year's DayThursday, January 1
Martin Luther King Jr. DayMonday, January 19
Lincoln's BirthdayThursday, February 12
Washington's BirthdayMonday, February 16
Memorial DayMonday, May 25
JuneteenthFriday, June 19
Independence Day (observed)Friday, July 3
Labor DayMonday, September 7
Columbus DayMonday, October 12
Election DayTuesday, November 3
Veterans DayWednesday, November 11
Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 26
Christmas DayFriday, December 25
School term dates in New York 2026
These school dates are provided as a region-wide reference for New York in 2026.
PeriodStartEndNotes
School calendarVaries by districtVaries by districtNew York school districts publish their own calendars. Use the official district websites directory to reach your district. Source
Winter breakVaries by districtVaries by districtCheck your district calendar through the New York State Education Department district directory. Source
Spring breakVaries by districtVaries by districtCheck your district calendar through the New York State Education Department district directory. Source