When Is MLK Day?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 is on Monday, January 18, 2027.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day dates
| Year | MLK Day (3rd Monday of January) |
|---|
| 2026 | Monday, January 19, 2026 |
| 2027 | Monday, January 18, 2027 |
| 2028 | Monday, January 17, 2028 |
| 2029 | Monday, January 15, 2029 |
| 2030 | Monday, January 21, 2030 |
How the date works
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a US federal holiday on the third Monday of January, so it falls between January 15 and January 21.
- Dr. King was born on January 15, 1929, but the holiday always lands on a Monday, giving a three-day weekend.
- The holiday was signed into law in 1983 and first observed nationwide in 1986. All 50 states have observed it since 2000.
- Federal offices, post offices, banks and most schools are closed. The stock market is closed too.
FAQ
When is MLK Day in 2027?
Monday, January 18, 2027.
When was MLK Day in 2026?
Monday, January 19, 2026.
When is MLK Day in 2028?
Monday, January 17, 2028.
Is MLK Day always on the same date?
No. It is the third Monday of January, so the date changes between January 15 and 21.
Are banks and the stock market closed on MLK Day?
Yes. It is a federal holiday, so banks, the post office and US stock markets are closed.
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