How many days until Columbus Day?
There are 343 days until Columbus Day 2027 — Monday, October 11, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Columbus Day on Monday, October 11, 2027, set by the rule: Second Monday in October. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Columbus Day is a federal holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close, mail is not delivered, and most banks and the stock market shut for the day. Columbus Day is a federal holiday on the second Monday in October marking Christopher Columbus's 1492 landing in the Americas. Federal offices, post offices and most banks close, but fewre than half the states give employees the day off, and many observe Indigenous Peoples' Day instead.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Columbus Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, July 3, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, August 22, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, September 11, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, September 27, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, October 4, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, October 10, 2027
Columbus Day dates by year
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
What closes on Columbus Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; Priority Mail Express is still delivered. |
| Banks | Closed | The Federal Reserve is closed; most banks close, though some branches stay open. ATMs and online banking work. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Stocks trade normally; the bond market is closed. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All federal agencies and federal courts are closed. |
| State and local government | Varies | Closed in about half the states (under the Columbus Day or Indigenous Peoples' Day name); open in California, Texas, Florida and others. |
Coming up after Columbus Day
- Nov 11 Days until Veterans Day 374 days away
- Nov 25 Days until Thanksgiving Day 388 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 418 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Columbus Day?
There are 343 days until Columbus Day, which falls on Monday, October 11, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Columbus Day?
There are 49 weekends between now and Columbus Day on October 11 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Columbus Day a day off?
Columbus Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.