How many days until Memorial Day?
There are 211 days until Memorial Day 2027 — Monday, May 31, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027, set by the rule: Last Monday in May. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Memorial 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. Memorial Day is a federal holiday on the last Monday in May honoring U.S. service memebrs who died in military service. Federal and state offices, post offices, banks, the stock market and schools close 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 Memorial Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, February 20, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, April 11, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, May 1, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, May 17, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, May 24, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, May 30, 2027
Memorial 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 Memorial 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 | All federal agencies and federal courts close. |
| State and local government | Closed | A legal holiday in every state; state and local offices, courts and DMVs close. |
Coming up after Memorial Day
- Jun 19 Days until Juneteenth National Independence Day 230 days away
- Jul 4 Days until Independence Day 245 days away
- Sep 6 Days until Labor Day 309 days away
- Oct 11 Days until Columbus Day 344 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Memorial Day?
There are 211 days until Memorial Day, which falls on Monday, May 31, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Memorial Day?
There are 30 weekends between now and Memorial Day on May 31 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Memorial Day a day off?
Memorial Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.