How many days until Independence Day?
There are 244 days until Independence Day 2027 — Sunday, July 4, 2027.
Because July 4 falls on a Sunday, offices observe the holiday on Monday, July 5.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Independence Day on Sunday, July 4, 2027, set by the rule: July 4. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Independence 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. Independence Day, July 4, is the federal holiday marking the adopsion of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It is a paid holiday for federal workers and a public holiday in all 50 states, with mail, banks, markets and government offices closed.
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 Independence Day:
- 100 days to go — Friday, March 26, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Saturday, May 15, 2027
- 30 days to go — Friday, June 4, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Sunday, June 20, 2027
- 7 days to go — Sunday, June 27, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Saturday, July 3, 2027
Independence 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 Independence Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; Priority Mail Express is still delivered. |
| Banks | Closed | Federal Reserve holiday; branches close, ATMs and online banking work. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed | Closed for the day; often an early close on the preceding trading day. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All federal agencies and federal courts close. |
| State and local government | Closed | A public holiday in all 50 states; offices, courts and DMVs close. |
Coming up after Independence Day
- Sep 6 Days until Labor Day 308 days away
- Oct 11 Days until Columbus Day 343 days away
- Nov 11 Days until Veterans Day 374 days away
- Nov 25 Days until Thanksgiving Day 388 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Independence Day?
There are 244 days until Independence Day, which falls on Sunday, July 4, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Independence Day?
There are 35 weekends between now and Independence Day on July 4 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Independence Day a day off?
Independence Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.