New York State Holidays 2027 & Best Days to Take Off
Book 1 day, get 4 off.
Book off Mon 4 Jan 2027 and you're free from Fri 1 Jan 2027 to Mon 4 Jan 2027. New York has 9 public holidays in 2027. Here is every one, and the leave days that stretch them.
2027 at a glance
- New Year's Day Fri 1 Jan 2027 National
Book 1 day off (Mon 4 Jan 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 1 Jan – Mon 4 Jan 2027).
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See this bridge- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Mon 18 Jan 2027 National except HI, IL
Book 1 day off (Fri 15 Jan 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 15 Jan – Mon 18 Jan 2027).
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See this bridge- Presidents Day Mon 15 Feb 2027 National except FL, GA, IN
Book 1 day off (Fri 12 Feb 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 12 Feb – Mon 15 Feb 2027).
1 more option in the card.
See this bridge- Memorial Day Mon 31 May 2027 National
Book 1 day off (Fri 28 May 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 28 May – Mon 31 May 2027).
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See this bridge- Independence Day (observed) Mon 5 Jul 2027 National except TX
Book 1 day off (Fri 2 Jul 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 2 Jul – Mon 5 Jul 2027).
1 more option in the card.
See this bridge- Labor Day Mon 6 Sep 2027 National
Book 1 day off (Fri 3 Sep 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 3 Sep – Mon 6 Sep 2027).
1 more option in the card.
See this bridge- Columbus Day Mon 11 Oct 2027 National except AK, AZ, CA, CO, DC, DE, FL, HI, MI, SD, TX
Book 1 day off (Fri 8 Oct 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Fri 8 Oct – Mon 11 Oct 2027).
1 more option in the card.
See this bridge- Veterans Day Thu 11 Nov 2027 National
Book 1 day off (Fri 12 Nov 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Thu 11 Nov – Sun 14 Nov 2027).
1 more option in the card.
See this bridge- Thanksgiving Day Thu 25 Nov 2027 National
Book 1 day off (Fri 26 Nov 2027). Get 4 days off in a row (Thu 25 Nov – Sun 28 Nov 2027).
1 more option in the card.
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- 5 leave days give you 20 days off in 5 breaks
- 10 leave days give you 39 days off in 10 breaks
- 15 leave days give you 54 days off in 15 breaks
- 20 leave days give you 69 days off in 20 breaks
Best bridge days in 2027
These dates are when state government offices are closed (or state employees receive paid holiday leave). Private employers set their own schedules and often follow federal holidays only — always confirm with your employer. Federal holidays are listed on this page too. Weekends are Saturday & Sunday.
New Year's Day
Book off: Mon 4 Jan 2027
Book off: Mon 4 Jan – Fri 8 Jan 2027
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Book off: Fri 15 Jan 2027
Book off: Mon 11 Jan – Fri 15 Jan 2027
Presidents Day
Book off: Fri 12 Feb 2027
Book off: Mon 8 Feb – Fri 12 Feb 2027
Memorial Day
Book off: Fri 28 May 2027
Book off: Mon 24 May – Fri 28 May 2027
Independence Day (observed)
Book off: Fri 2 Jul 2027
Book off: Mon 28 Jun – Fri 2 Jul 2027
Labor Day
Book off: Fri 3 Sep 2027
Book off: Mon 30 Aug – Fri 3 Sep 2027
Columbus Day
Book off: Fri 8 Oct 2027
Book off: Mon 4 Oct – Fri 8 Oct 2027
Veterans Day
Book off: Fri 12 Nov 2027
Book off: Fri 5 Nov – Fri 12 Nov 2027
Thanksgiving Day
Book off: Fri 26 Nov 2027
Book off: Fri 19 Nov – Fri 26 Nov 2027
All New York state holidays 2027
| Date | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 1 Jan 2027 | New Year's Day | Federal |
| Mon 18 Jan 2027 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | State |
| Fri 12 Feb 2027 | Lincoln's Birthday Often designated a floating holiday for Executive Branch employees; not counted until OER publishes the year-specific calendar. | Tentative date |
| Mon 15 Feb 2027 | Presidents Day | State |
| Mon 31 May 2027 | Memorial Day | Federal |
| Mon 5 Jul 2027 | Independence Day (observed) | State |
| Mon 6 Sep 2027 | Labor Day | Federal |
| Mon 11 Oct 2027 | Columbus Day | State |
| Tue 2 Nov 2027 | Election Day Often designated a floating holiday for Executive Branch employees; not counted until OER publishes the year-specific calendar. | Tentative date |
| Thu 11 Nov 2027 | Veterans Day | Federal |
| Thu 25 Nov 2027 | Thanksgiving Day | Federal |
If a public holiday (except Flag Day) falls on Sunday, the next day is the public holiday. Saturday holidays are not moved to Friday for most Executive Branch schedules (employees may earn holiday leave instead). Rows in grey are listed for reference and not counted as days off. Checked against the official sources: oer
State holidays and the federal set
In 2027, New York state office closures follow the federal holiday set (with the observation rule below). Private employers set their own schedules.
If a public holiday (except Flag Day) falls on Sunday, the next day is the public holiday. Saturday holidays are not moved to Friday for most Executive Branch schedules (employees may earn holiday leave instead).
New York General Construction Law §24 (public holidays) and OER state-employee holiday calendars. Fixed holidays computed with Sunday → Monday. Lincoln's Birthday and Election Day are often designated floating holidays for Executive Branch employees, so they are listed but not counted until a year-specific OER memo fixes them.
FAQ
How many state holidays does New York have in 2027?
New York has 9 public holidays in 2027 that give a full day off, plus 2 other days listed in the table (Election Day and Lincoln's Birthday) that are not counted as a full day off for everyone. Checked against the official sources: oer
What happens when a holiday falls on a weekend in New York?
If a public holiday (except Flag Day) falls on Sunday, the next day is the public holiday. Saturday holidays are not moved to Friday for most Executive Branch schedules (employees may earn holiday leave instead).
How can I get the longest break in New York in 2027 with 5 or fewer leave days?
Book off Mon 4 Jan – Fri 8 Jan 2027 (5 leave days) for 10 days off in a row, Fri 1 Jan 2027 to Sun 10 Jan 2027.
What is the best bridge day in New York in 2027?
Book off Mon 4 Jan 2027 (1 leave day) to get 4 consecutive days off from Fri 1 Jan 2027 to Mon 4 Jan 2027.
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