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Thanksgiving Day 2026 — United States

November 26, 2026 · Thursday

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What is Thanksgiving Day?

Thanksgiving Day is a federal holiday on the fourth Thursday in November.

The weekday rule makes the numbered date change from year to year while keeping the observance on Thursday.

The federal holiday does not automatically make the following Friday a federal holiday.

Applies to:
federal

Fourth Thursday in November.

Dates in other years

YearWeekdayDateType
2025ThursdayNovember 27, 2025Weekday date rule
2026ThursdayNovember 26, 2026Weekday date rule
2027ThursdayNovember 25, 2027Weekday date rule

Frequently asked questions

When is Thanksgiving Day observed in 2026?
Thanksgiving Day is observed on November 26, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026.
Is the Friday after Thanksgiving a federal holiday?
It is not one of the recurring federal holidays listed in 5 U.S.C. § 6103.

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