{"id":77467,"date":"2026-09-18T10:00:13","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T17:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/?p=73167"},"modified":"2026-09-22T12:38:03","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T19:38:03","slug":"holidays-and-observances-key-dates-to-celebrate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/holidays-and-observances-key-dates-to-celebrate\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Holidays and Observances: Key Dates to Celebrate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 calendar is filled with holidays, cultural celebrations, and meaningful occasions that bring people together. Use this month-by-month guide to find the dates of major U.S. holidays, religious observances, and family-centered occasions, then start planning the cards, gifts, gatherings, and traditions that make each one memorable. <\/span>Keep every celebration in one place with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/calendars\/\">custom photo calendar<\/a> that includes holidays alongside personal dates such as birthdays, anniversaries, vacations, and family milestones.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some religious holidays follow lunar calendars and begin at sundown the evening before the date listed. Islamic holiday dates may vary by a day based on local moon sightings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>January 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">January begins a new year with opportunities to reconnect, set goals, and honor the people and events that continue to shape our communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New Year\u2019s Day, January 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome 2026 with new goals, family traditions, and time spent with the people who matter most.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Martin Luther King Jr. Day, January 19:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor Dr. King\u2019s life and legacy through reflection, education, community service, and continued work toward equality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>February 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">February celebrates love in its many forms, along with Black history, presidential history, and important cultural and religious traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Black History Month, February 1\u201328:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Recognize the achievements, experiences, and lasting contributions of Black Americans throughout U.S. history.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Galentine\u2019s Day, February 13:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate close friendships with a get-together, thoughtful card, or gift filled with favorite shared memories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Valentine\u2019s Day, February 14:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Share your love with a partner, family member, child, or friend through meaningful words, photos, and time together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Presidents\u2019 Day, February 16:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Commemorate U.S. presidents and learn more about the country\u2019s history and leadership.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lunar New Year, February 17:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome the Year of the Horse with family gatherings, traditional foods, gifts, and wishes for happiness and good fortune.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ramadan begins, expected February 18:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Muslims begin a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, generosity, and community. The exact start date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>March 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">March welcomes spring and includes celebrations centered on women, cultural heritage, faith, and community.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Holi, March 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the Hindu Festival of Colors and the arrival of spring with vibrant colors, music, food, and gatherings with family and friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>International Women\u2019s Day, March 8:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the achievements of women and continue the work toward greater equality around the world.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Daylight Saving Time begins, March 8:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Move clocks forward one hour as longer evenings return.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>St. Patrick\u2019s Day, March 17:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate Irish culture and heritage with parades, festive meals, and plenty of green.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eid al-Fitr, expected March 20:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mark the end of Ramadan with prayer, festive meals, charitable giving, and time with family and community. The date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First day of spring, March 20:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome a new season with fresh family photos, spring decorating, and plans for upcoming celebrations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>April 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">April brings major faith traditions, family-centered occasions, and reminders to care for the people, pets, and planet we love.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Passover, April 1\u20139:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Jewish families commemorate the Exodus from Egypt through traditions that include the Seder meal, storytelling, prayer, and time together. Passover begins at sundown on April 1 and ends after nightfall on April 9.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Good Friday, April 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Christians commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ ahead of Easter Sunday.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Easter, April 5:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the Christian holiday with worship, family meals, Easter baskets, egg hunts, and springtime traditions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Siblings Day, April 10:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate brothers, sisters, and sibling-like relationships by sharing favorite photos, stories, and memories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Pet Day, April 11:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Give pets some extra attention and celebrate the joy they bring to the family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Earth Day, April 22:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Take part in activities that protect the planet, from community cleanups to more sustainable everyday choices.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>May 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May honors educators, mothers, service members, and the histories and cultures of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, May 1\u201331:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of AANHPI communities in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cinco de Mayo, May 5:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Commemorate Mexico\u2019s victory at the Battle of Puebla and celebrate Mexican culture and heritage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Teacher Appreciation Day, May 5:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Thank the teachers and educators who help students learn, grow, and feel supported.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mother\u2019s Day, May 10:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and maternal figures with loving words, favorite photos, and meaningful gifts.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Memorial Day, May 25:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remember and honor members of the U.S. military who died while serving the country.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eid al-Adha, expected May 27:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Muslims observe the Festival of Sacrifice through prayer, family gatherings, shared meals, and charitable giving. The date may vary based on the sighting of the moon.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Graduation season, throughout May and June:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Recognize graduates at every level with announcements, parties, cards, and keepsakes that celebrate how far they have come.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>June 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">June celebrates graduates, fathers, freedom, and LGBTQ+ communities as families move into the first days of summer.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pride Month, June 1\u201330:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate LGBTQ+ people, history, and community while supporting continued equality and inclusion.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Flag Day, June 14:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Commemorate the adoption of the U.S. flag and reflect on the history it represents.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Juneteenth, June 19:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Commemorate the end of slavery in the United States and celebrate Black freedom, history, achievement, and culture.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Father\u2019s Day, June 21:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures with time together and reminders of the moments you share.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First day of summer, June 21:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Start a season of vacations, reunions, outdoor gatherings, and new memories.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>July 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">July brings patriotic traditions, summer gatherings, and another opportunity to celebrate the people who make a family feel like home.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Independence Day, July 4:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, barbecues, parades, and time with family and friends.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Parents\u2019 Day, July 26:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Recognize parents and caregivers for the love, guidance, and support they give their families.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>August 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">August celebrates friendship, beloved pets, and women\u2019s equality while families prepare for a new school year.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Friendship Day, August 2:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the friends who have supported you through everyday moments, major milestones, and everything in between.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>National Dog Day, August 26:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Give your dog extra love and celebrate the photos and memories that show their place in your family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Women\u2019s Equality Day, August 26:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Commemorate the certification of the 19th Amendment and recognize the continued pursuit of equal rights.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Back-to-school season, throughout August and September:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Mark a new school year with first-day photos, updated routines, and supplies made for each student\u2019s next chapter.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>September 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">September marks the transition into fall with days devoted to work, remembrance, grandparents, and significant Jewish holy days.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Labor Day, September 7:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor the achievements and contributions of American workers over the long holiday weekend.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Patriot Day, September 11:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remember the people who lost their lives in the September 11 attacks and honor the first responders and communities affected.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rosh Hashanah, September 11\u201313:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Observe the Jewish New Year with reflection, prayer, family meals, and wishes for a sweet year ahead. Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on September 11 and ends after nightfall on September 13.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Grandparents Day, September 13:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate grandparents and the love, stories, traditions, and memories they share across generations.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hispanic Heritage Month begins, September 15:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America through October 15.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Yom Kippur, September 20\u201321:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Observe the holiest day in Judaism with fasting, prayer, reflection, and atonement. Yom Kippur begins at sundown on September 20 and ends after nightfall on September 21.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First day of fall, September 22:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome a new season of colorful leaves, family outings, and holiday preparations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>October 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">October continues Hispanic Heritage Month and brings opportunities to recognize Indigenous history before ending with Halloween fun.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Indigenous Peoples\u2019 Day, October 12:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor the histories, cultures, resilience, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. The date is federally observed as Columbus Day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Halloween, October 31:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate with costumes, trick-or-treating, pumpkin carving, parties, and plenty of photos.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>November 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">November is a month of heritage, service, gratitude, and gatherings with family and friends.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Native American Heritage Month, November 1\u201330:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Learn about and honor the histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of Native peoples in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Daylight Saving Time ends, November 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Move clocks back one hour as daylight hours grow shorter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Election Day, November 3:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Participate in federal, state, and local elections and make your voice heard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Diwali, November 8:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the Festival of Lights with lamps, decorations, prayers, festive meals, gifts, and gatherings with loved ones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Veterans Day, November 11:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor everyone who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Thanksgiving, November 26:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gather with loved ones, share a meal, and reflect on the people and moments that inspire gratitude.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>December 2026 Holidays and Observances<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">December closes the year with celebrations of faith, culture, family, and the traditions people look forward to all year long.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hanukkah, December 4\u201312:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate the Jewish Festival of Lights by lighting the menorah, sharing traditional foods, playing games, and gathering with family. Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 4 and ends after nightfall on December 12.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First day of winter, December 21:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome the new season and the shortest day of the year with cozy traditions at home.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Christmas Eve, December 24:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gather with loved ones for religious services, festive meals, gift exchanges, and family traditions before Christmas Day.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Christmas Day, December 25:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Celebrate with faith, family, gifts, meals, and traditions that bring loved ones together.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kwanzaa, December 26\u2013January 1:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Honor African American culture, family, and community through seven principles observed over seven days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>New Year\u2019s Eve, December 31:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Look back on the moments that shaped 2026 and welcome 2027 with celebrations, photos, and new hopes for the year ahead.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions About 2026 Holidays<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What are the federal holidays in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 11 U.S. federal holidays in 2026 are New Year\u2019s Day on January 1, Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 19, Washington\u2019s Birthday on February 16, Memorial Day on May 25, Juneteenth on June 19, Independence Day on July 4, Labor Day on September 7, Columbus Day on October 12, Veterans Day on November 11, Thanksgiving on November 26, and Christmas on December 25. Because Independence Day falls on a Saturday, the federal holiday is observed on Friday, July 3.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What are the major holidays in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major U.S. holidays in 2026 include New Year\u2019s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Valentine\u2019s Day, Presidents\u2019 Day, Easter, Mother\u2019s Day, Memorial Day, Father\u2019s Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Halloween, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and New Year\u2019s Eve. The calendar includes major cultural and religious celebrations such as Lunar New Year, Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Passover, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Diwali, and Eid al-Adha.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When is Easter in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easter Sunday falls on April 5, 2026. Good Friday is April 3, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When are Mother\u2019s Day and Father\u2019s Day in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mother\u2019s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026, and Father\u2019s Day is Sunday, June 21, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When is Thanksgiving in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026. It is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>When do Hanukkah and Christmas fall in 2026?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanukkah begins at sundown on December 4 and ends after nightfall on December 12, 2026. Christmas Day is Friday, December 25, 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Celebrate the Moments That Matter in 2026<\/h2>\n<p>Every holiday and milestone gives us another reason to connect with the people we love. Preserve the year\u2019s memories in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/photo-books\/\">photo book<\/a>, keep important dates close with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/calendars\/\">custom calendar<\/a>, and share meaningful greetings through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/t\/holiday-cards\/\">holiday cards<\/a>. From birthdays and graduations to annual traditions, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/seasonal\/\">seasonal cards and invitations<\/a> help bring everyone together for the moments that matter.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mceTemp\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find key 2026 holidays and observances, from Easter and Mother\u2019s Day to Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas. 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