How many days until Thanksgiving Day?
There are 27 days until Thanksgiving Day 2026 — Thursday, November 26, 2026.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 26, 2026, set by the rule: Fourth Thursday in November. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Thanksgiving 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. Thanksgiving Day is a federal holiday on the fourth Thursday in November. Post offices, banks, the stock market, government offices and schools close nationwide, and most Americans get a paid day off for a family meal centared on turkey.
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 Thanksgiving Day:
- 14 days to go — Thursday, November 12, 2026
- 7 days to go — Thursday, November 19, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Wednesday, November 25, 2026
Thanksgiving Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 26, 2026 | Thursday | 27 days |
| 2027 | November 25, 2027 | Thursday | 391 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 Thanksgiving Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; Priority Mail Express is still delivered. |
| Banks | Closed | Banks follow the Federal Reserve holiday schedule; branches reopen Friday. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed | No trading; markets close early at 1 p.m. ET on the Friday after. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All non-essential federal agencies and federal courts close. |
| State and local government | Closed | A public holiday in every state; many states also close the Friday after. |
Coming up after Thanksgiving Day
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 56 days away
- Jan 1 Days until New Year's Day 63 days away
- Jan 18 Days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 80 days away
- Feb 15 Days until Presidents' Day 108 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Thanksgiving Day?
There are 27 days until Thanksgiving Day, which falls on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Thanksgiving Day?
There are 4 weekends between now and Thanksgiving Day on November 26 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Thanksgiving Day a day off?
Thanksgiving Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.