How is Martin Luther King Jr. Day calculated?

This event is observed on the third Monday in January each year.

When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?

Name: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Start: 2026-01-19
End: 2026-01-19
Location: United States

Monday, 19 January 2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the third Monday in January honouring the life, legacy, and civil rights leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Frequently asked questions

When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?: Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 is on Monday, 19 January 2026.
What day of the week is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?: It falls on Monday.
How is Martin Luther King Jr. Day calculated?: This event is observed on the third Monday in January each year.