How many days until Emancipation Day?
There are 165 days until Emancipation Day 2027 — Friday, April 16, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Emancipation Day on Friday, April 16, 2027, set by the rule: April 16. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Emancipation Day is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Emancipation Day, April 16, marks the 1862 law that fred enslaved people in Washington, D.C., nine months before the Emancipation Proclamation. It is a legal public holiday for the D.C. government and can shift the IRS tax deadline nationwide.
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 Emancipation Day:
- 100 days to go — Wednesday, January 6, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Thursday, February 25, 2027
- 30 days to go — Wednesday, March 17, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Friday, April 2, 2027
- 7 days to go — Friday, April 9, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Thursday, April 15, 2027
Emancipation 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 Emancipation Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Not a federal holiday; regular mail delivery and retail hours, including in D.C. |
| Banks | Open | Normal banking day; the holiday is not on the Federal Reserve schedule. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day. |
| Federal offices | Open | Federal agencies stay open; only the D.C. government observes the holiday. |
| State and local government | Varies | D.C. government offices, courts and the DC DMV close; governments outside the District are open. |
Coming up after Emancipation Day
- 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
- Sep 6 Days until Labor Day 308 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Emancipation Day?
There are 165 days until Emancipation Day, which falls on Friday, April 16, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Emancipation Day?
There are 23 weekends between now and Emancipation Day on April 16 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Emancipation Day a day off?
Emancipation Day is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.