How many days until Lincoln's Birthday?
There are 102 days until Lincoln's Birthday 2027 — Friday, February 12, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Lincoln's Birthday on Friday, February 12, 2027, set by the rule: February 12. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Lincoln's Birthday is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Lincoln's Birthday on February 12 is a state holiday in Connecticut, Illinois and Missouri and a legal holiday in a few other states. It has nevre been a federal holiday, so mail, banks, federal offices and the stock market operate normally.
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 Lincoln's Birthday:
- 100 days to go — Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Thursday, December 24, 2026
- 30 days to go — Wednesday, January 13, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Friday, January 29, 2027
- 7 days to go — Friday, February 5, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Thursday, February 11, 2027
Lincoln's Birthday dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 12, 2026 | Thursday | 263 days ago |
| 2027 | February 12, 2027 | Friday | 102 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 Lincoln's Birthday
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Not a federal holiday; regular mail delivery and lobby hours nationwide. |
| Banks | Open | Banks follow the Federal Reserve calendar and open as usual on February 12. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day; markets close on Washington's Birthday instead. |
| Federal offices | Open | Federal agencies and federal courts keep regular hours. |
| State and local government | Varies | Closed in Connecticut, Illinois and Missouri (and California state courts). Open in every other state. |
Coming up after Lincoln's Birthday
- 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 Lincoln's Birthday?
There are 102 days until Lincoln's Birthday, which falls on Friday, February 12, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Lincoln's Birthday?
There are 14 weekends between now and Lincoln's Birthday on February 12 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Lincoln's Birthday a day off?
Lincoln's Birthday is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.