When is Election Day 2026?
- 2026Election Day 2026 is on Tue 3 Nov 2026.
It is a public holiday in Delaware, Maryland, Montana and New Jersey.
Election Day on the calendar
Purple circles are public holidays; pink squares are the days to book off; the pale bar is the best break around it.
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The best break around Election Day
Up to 5 days of leave, ranked by how far each day goes.
Questions and answers
Is Election Day a public holiday in United States?
Yes. Election Day is a public holiday in Delaware, Maryland, Montana and New Jersey.
What day is Election Day 2026?
Election Day 2026 is on Tue 3 Nov 2026.
How can I get the most days off around Election Day 2026?
Book off Mon 2 Nov 2026 (1 day of leave) to get 4 days off in a row, Sat 31 Oct – Tue 3 Nov 2026.
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