The most common (Federal) holidays of the United States (USA) in 2024 are listed below.
Number | Date | Federal holiday | Day | Days to go |
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Date | Celebration | Day's away/passed |
January 1, 2024 | New Year's Day | -298 days |
February 13, 2024 | Mardi Gras Carnival | -255 days |
February 14, 2024 | Valentine's Day | -254 days |
February 14, 2024 | Lent | -254 days |
March 10, 2024 | Daylight Saving Starts | -229 days |
March 17, 2024 | St. Patrick's Day | -222 days |
March 29, 2024 | Good Friday | -210 days |
March 31, 2024 | Easter | -208 days |
May 12, 2024 | Mother's Day | -166 days |
May 19, 2024 | Pentecost | -159 days |
June 16, 2024 | Father's Day | -131 days |
October 31, 2024 | Halloween | 5 days |
November 3, 2024 | Daylight Saving Ends | -22 days |
November 29, 2024 | Black Friday | 34 days |
December 31, 2024 | New Year's Eve | 66 days |
What are federal holidays?
Federal holidays are significant public holidays recognized by the federal government of the United States. These holidays hold a special place in the nation's calendar. All federal agencies, including federal offices, courts, and banks, typically observe them. Congress usually designates federal holidays to commemorate important events, people, or principles in American history.
What happens when a federal holiday falls on a weekend?
If a national holiday occurs on a weekend, it is usually observed on the following Monday, known as a "Monday holiday." For example, if New Year's Day falls on a Sunday, it is observed on Monday, January 2nd.
How paid holidays benefit your business:
Paid holidays can benefit your business in several ways:
Overall, paid holidays can significantly impact employee morale, productivity, and retention, making them a valuable benefit for businesses to offer.