What it marks
A federal holiday on the third Monday of January honoring Dr. King.
Dates
| Year | Date | Starts on |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | January 19 | Monday |
| 2027 | January 18 | Monday |
| 2028 | January 17 | Monday |
Questions about Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 is on Monday, January 19.
- When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 is on Monday, January 18.
- When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2028?
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2028 is on Monday, January 17.
- What does Martin Luther King Jr. Day mark?
- A federal holiday on the third Monday of January honoring Dr. King.