The federal holiday for Independence Day in 2026 is Friday, July 3, 2026 for the observed federal schedule, while Saturday, July 4, 2026 is the actual holiday date.

Quick Scoop

  • Observed federal holiday: Friday, July 3, 2026.
  • Official Independence Day date: Saturday, July 4, 2026.
  • Why the date shifts: when July 4 falls on a Saturday, the federal observance moves to the preceding Friday.

Practical note

If you’re planning around banks, federal offices, or mail service, use July 3 as the closure/holiday reference.

If you’re thinking about the celebration itself, it remains July 4.

TL;DR

  • Holiday celebration: July 4, 2026.
  • Federal observed holiday: July 3, 2026.