How many days until Veterans Day?
There are 11 days until Veterans Day 2026 — Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, set by the rule: November 11. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Veterans 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. Veterans Day is a federal holiday on November 11 honoring all U.S. military veterans, living and dead. Federal offices, post offices and banks close, and nearly every state closes state offices, but the stock market traeds and many businesses stay open.
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 Veterans Day:
- 7 days to go — Wednesday, November 4, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Veterans Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | 11 days |
| 2027 | November 11, 2027 | Thursday | 376 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 Veterans Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; Priority Mail Express is still delivered. |
| Banks | Closed | The Federal Reserve is closed; most banks close, though some branches stay open. ATMs and online banking work. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Open | Stocks trade normally; the bond market is closed. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All federal agencies and federal courts are closed. |
| State and local government | Closed | State offices close in every state except Wisconsin, where employees get a personal day instead. |
Coming up after Veterans Day
- Nov 26 Days until Thanksgiving Day 26 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 55 days away
- Jan 1 Days until New Year's Day 62 days away
- Jan 18 Days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 79 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Veterans Day?
There are 11 days until Veterans Day, which falls on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Veterans Day?
There are 1 weekends between now and Veterans Day on November 11 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Veterans Day a day off?
Veterans Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.