Nevada Public Holidays 2026: Las Vegas Holiday Calendar, Long Weekends & Nevada-Only Days
What Las Vegas Residents Need to Know
Whether you’re planning travel, scheduling showings, or just trying to figure out when offices and schools are closed, here’s the full breakdown.
Nevada Public Holidays – 2026
- New Year’s Day: Thursday, January 1
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 19
- Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 16
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 25
- Juneteenth: Friday, June 19
- Independence Day (Observed): Friday, July 3
- Labor Day: Monday, September 7
- Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Monday, October 12
- Nevada Day (Observed): Friday, October 30
- Veterans Day: Wednesday, November 11
- Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26
- Family Day: Friday, November 27
- Christmas Day: Friday, December 25
Long Weekends to Mark on Your Calendar
If you love long weekends (and who doesn’t?), 2026 delivers plenty:
- MLK Weekend: January 17–19 (Saturday–Monday)
- Presidents’ Day Weekend: February 14–16 (Saturday–Monday)
- Memorial Day Weekend: May 23–25 (Saturday–Monday)
- Juneteenth Weekend: June 19–21 (Friday–Sunday)
- Independence Day Weekend: July 3–5 (Friday–Sunday)
- Labor Day Weekend: September 5–7 (Saturday–Monday)
- Nevada Day Weekend: October 30–November 1 (Friday–Sunday)
- Thanksgiving “Ultra” Weekend: November 26–29 (Thursday–Sunday)
- Christmas Weekend: December 25–27 (Friday–Sunday)
Nevada’s Two Unique Holidays Explained
🎉 Nevada Day
Nevada officially became a state on October 31, but state law requires Nevada Day to be observed on the last Friday of October. In 2026, that lands on Friday, October 30.
This timing makes it a favorite for:
- Mountain getaways
- Halloween trips
- Long fall weekends without using vacation days
👨👩👧👦 Family Day (Yes, That Friday After Thanksgiving)
While much of the country calls it Black Friday, Nevada recognizes it as Family Day, an official state holiday.
Important reminders:
- Most state and local government offices are closed
- Many school districts, including CCSD, are also closed
- Retail sales may still be in full swing, but government services are not
Why This Matters for Homeowners and Buyers
Holiday schedules affect:
- School calendars
- Office closures
- Travel traffic
- Open house activity
- Closing timelines
Knowing Nevada’s unique holidays can help you plan smarter, especially if you’re buying, selling, or relocating to Las Vegas.
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