Quick answer
Yes, Veterans Day is a U.S. federal holiday. In 2026, it falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Federal offices generally observe the holiday, while private employers, schools, banks and local services may follow their own schedules.
What this means
Veterans Day is a federal holiday for federal employees and is observed annually on 11 November. In 2026, that date falls on Wednesday, 11 November. Federal-holiday status does not mean every organisation closes or every worker automatically receives paid time off.
When planning, check your employer’s holiday and pay policy, school and local-government opening arrangements, bank and travel-provider schedules, and whether your team needs cover for essential work.
Common scenarios
Your workplace observes federal holidays. You may have a paid day off or a company closure, but private employers are not automatically required to provide Veterans Day as paid leave.
You are planning leave. Because Veterans Day falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, taking Thursday and Friday off can create a five-day break if Wednesday is already a non-working holiday for you.
You need a federal service. Federal offices generally observe Veterans Day. Check the specific agency before planning an in-person visit.
How to plan this in Offdays
Add 11 November 2026 as a holiday for the U.S. teams or employee groups that observe it. Review adjacent leave requests early and record whether the organisation is closed, operating with reduced staffing or open as normal.
Final thoughts
Veterans Day is a U.S. federal holiday and falls on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. Federal offices generally observe it, but private-sector leave entitlement and local closures depend on the organisation or service involved.