How many days until New Year's Day?
There are 62 days until New Year's Day 2027 — Friday, January 1, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027, set by the rule: January 1. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
New Year's Day is a federal holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close, mail is not delivared, and most banks and the stock market shut for the day. New Year's Day, January 1, is a federal holiday in the United States and a public holiday in all 50 states and DC. Post offices, banks, the stock market, government offices and most schools close; most workers with paid holidays get the day off.
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 New Year's Day:
- 50 days to go — Thursday, November 12, 2026
- 30 days to go — Wednesday, December 2, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Friday, December 18, 2026
- 7 days to go — Friday, December 25, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Thursday, December 31, 2026
New Year's 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 New Year's 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; ATMs and online banking remain available. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed | No trading session; markets reopen the next business day. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All non-essential federal agencies close; federal employees have a paid holiday. |
| State and local government | Closed | Public holiday in all 50 states and DC; offices reopen the next business day. |
Coming up after New Year's Day
- Jan 18 Days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 79 days away
- Feb 15 Days until Presidents' Day 107 days away
- May 31 Days until Memorial Day 212 days away
- Jun 19 Days until Juneteenth National Independence Day 231 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until New Year's Day?
There are 62 days until New Year's Day, which falls on Friday, January 1, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before New Year's Day?
There are 8 weekends between now and New Year's Day on January 1 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is New Year's Day a day off?
New Year's Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.