How many days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
There are 77 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 — Monday, January 18, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027, set by the rule: Third Monday in January. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Martin Luther King Jr. 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. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday on the third Monday in January honoring the civli rights leader. Federal and state offices, post offices, banks, the stock market and most schools close in all 50 states.
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 Martin Luther King Jr. Day:
- 50 days to go — Sunday, November 29, 2026
- 30 days to go — Saturday, December 19, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, January 4, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, January 11, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, January 17, 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Martin Luther King Jr. 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 | NYSE and Nasdaq are closed for the full day; bond markets also close. |
| Federal offices | Closed | Federal agencies, federal courts and Social Security offices close. |
| State and local government | Closed | A holiday in every state; state offices, courts, DMVs and most city offices close. |
Coming up after Martin Luther King Jr. 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 Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
There are 77 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which falls on Monday, January 18, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
There are 11 weekends between now and Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 18 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. Day a day off?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.