How many days until Confederate Heroes Day?
There are 78 days until Confederate Heroes Day 2027 — Tuesday, January 19, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Confederate Heroes Day on Tuesday, January 19, 2027, set by the rule: January 19. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Confederate Heroes Day is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Confederate Heroes Day is a Texas state holiday on January 19, Robert E. Lee's birthday, observed with parital staffing rather than full closures. Florida lists the same date as Robert E. Lee's Birthday with no day off. It is not a federal holiday.
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 Confederate Heroes Day:
- 50 days to go — Monday, November 30, 2026
- 30 days to go — Sunday, December 20, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Tuesday, January 5, 2027
- 7 days to go — Tuesday, January 12, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Monday, January 18, 2027
Confederate Heroes Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | January 19, 2026 | Monday | 287 days ago |
| 2027 | January 19, 2027 | Tuesday | 78 days |
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 Confederate Heroes Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Not a federal holiday; regular mail delivery and retail hours. |
| Banks | Open | The Federal Reserve is open; banks keep normal hours. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day. |
| Federal offices | Open | Not on the federal holiday list. |
| State and local government | Reduced | Texas agencies stay open with a skeleton crew; some employees are off. No effect in other states. |
Coming up after Confederate Heroes Day
- Feb 15 Days until Presidents' Day 105 days away
- May 31 Days until Memorial Day 210 days away
- Jun 19 Days until Juneteenth National Independence Day 229 days away
- Jul 4 Days until Independence Day 244 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Confederate Heroes Day?
There are 78 days until Confederate Heroes Day, which falls on Tuesday, January 19, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Confederate Heroes Day?
There are 11 weekends between now and Confederate Heroes Day on January 19 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Confederate Heroes Day a day off?
Confederate Heroes Day is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.