How many days until Truman Day?
There are 187 days until Truman Day 2027 — Saturday, May 8, 2027.
Because May 8 falls on a Saturday, offices observe the holiday on Friday, May 7.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Truman Day on Saturday, May 8, 2027, set by the rule: May 8. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Truman Day is a state holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Truman Day is a Missouri state holiday on May 8 honoring President Harry S. Truman on his birthday. Missouri state offices close, but it is a normal wordkay for federal offices, banks and businesses, and no other state observes it.
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 Truman Day:
- 100 days to go — Thursday, January 28, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Friday, March 19, 2027
- 30 days to go — Thursday, April 8, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Saturday, April 24, 2027
- 7 days to go — Saturday, May 1, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Friday, May 7, 2027
Truman 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 Truman Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Open | Truman Day is not a federal holiday; mail runs normally, including in Missouri. |
| Banks | Open | Banks follow the Federal Reserve schedule and keep normal hours. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Normal trading day. |
| Federal offices | Open | Federal agencies and federal courts operate normally, even in Missouri. |
| State and local government | Varies | Missouri state agencies, state courts and license offices are closed; offices in all other states are open. |
Coming up after Truman Day
- 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
- Sep 6 Days until Labor Day 308 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Truman Day?
There are 187 days until Truman Day, which falls on Saturday, May 8, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Truman Day?
There are 27 weekends between now and Truman Day on May 8 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Truman Day a day off?
Truman Day is a state holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.