When is Veterans Day in United States?

Veterans Day in United States falls on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

Is Veterans Day a public holiday in United States?

Yes, Veterans Day is an official public holiday in United States.

Is Veterans Day a paid day off in United States?

Public holidays in United States are generally paid days off for employees. However, specific entitlements for Veterans Day may depend on your employment contract and local labor regulations.

What day of the week is Veterans Day in 2026?

Veterans Day falls on a Wednesday in United States in 2026.

Is Veterans Day a fixed or floating holiday?

Veterans Day is a floating holiday, meaning its date changes each year (often based on the lunar calendar or a specific calculation rule).

Does Veterans Day create a long weekend in United States?

Veterans Day falls on a Wednesday, so it does not directly create a long weekend.

Is Veterans Day celebrated nationwide in United States?

Yes, Veterans Day is observed nationwide throughout United States.

What is Veterans Day about?

Veterans Day is a recognized holiday in United States. It is classified as a Public holiday.

When is Veterans Day in 2027?

Veterans Day in United States falls on Thursday, November 11, 2027 in 2027.

Is Veterans Day always on the same date?

No, Veterans Day is a floating holiday whose date changes each year. Veterans Day may be calculated based on the lunar calendar, the day of the week, or other rules — so the date shifts from year to year.

Veterans Day

Name: Veterans Day 2026
Start: 2026-11-11
End: 2026-11-11
Location: United States

United States · 2026

in 238 days

Date

November 11, 2026

Day

Wednesday

Type

Public

Scope

National

About Veterans Day

Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States observed on November 11th, honoring all American military veterans — those who have served in any branch of the US Armed Forces. It coincides with Armistice Day and Remembrance Day observed in other countries.

The holiday originated as Armistice Day, marking the armistice signed between the Allies and Germany at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, ending World War I. The US Congress officially recognized it as a federal holiday in 1938.

After World War II and the Korean War, the holiday was renamed Veterans Day in 1954 to honor American veterans of all wars, not just World War I.

Quick Facts

Date 2026: November 11, 2026
Day: Wednesday
Type: Public
Scope: National
Fixed Date: No — date changes each year
Traditions: Wreath laying at memorials · Military parades · Moment of silence at 11 AM · Veteran discounts and recognition

When is Veterans Day?

Year	Date	Day	Long Weekend?
2025	November 11, 2025	Tuesday	Yes — 4-day weekend
2026This year	November 11, 2026	Wednesday	No
2027	November 11, 2027	Thursday	Yes — 4-day weekend

How is Veterans Day Celebrated?

Veterans Day is marked by parades, ceremonies at war memorials, and services at veterans' cemeteries. A national ceremony is held at Arlington National Cemetery at 11:00 AM. The President lays a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Many businesses and organizations offer special discounts and free meals to veterans and active military personnel. Schools hold programs educating students about the service and sacrifice of American veterans.

Did You Know?

•Veterans Day is always November 11th, unlike Memorial Day and Labor Day which are on floating Mondays.
•The armistice ending WWI was signed at 5:45 AM on November 11, 1918, but took effect at 11:00 AM — the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
•Over 19 million living US veterans are honored on Veterans Day.
•Veterans Day honors living veterans; Memorial Day honors those who died in military service.
•In 1968, Veterans Day was moved to the fourth Monday of October but returned to November 11th in 1978 due to public preference.