Description:
This table lists the official Mississippi State Holidays for 2026, including both federal and state-specific observances recognized by public offices and schools.
Significance:
Mississippi observes all major U.S. federal holidays, along with a few state traditions that reflect its regional heritage. The state uniquely combines Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Robert E. Lee’s Birthday, and also observes Confederate Memorial Day, honoring historical figures and events from the Civil War era. These holidays, along with national observances like Independence Day and Thanksgiving, represent a blend of reflection, remembrance, and celebration across the state.
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Mississippi State Holidays 2026
Mississippi State Holidays 2026
Mississippi State Holidays — 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes / Type | Useful Fact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many offices operate reduced hours on Dec 31. |
| January 19, 2026 | Monday | MLK Jr.’s Day & Robert E. Lee’s Birthday | Combined State Holiday | Observed as a single closure date statewide. |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day) | Federal + State Holiday | DMV and courts typically closed. |
| April 27, 2026 | Monday | Confederate Memorial Day | State Holiday (Mississippi Only) | Not a federal holiday; check private business hours. |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Memorial Day | Federal + State Holiday | Marks the unofficial start of summer travel. |
| July 4, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many agencies observe on Friday, July 3. |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labor Day | Federal + State Holiday | Common early fall school/college break day. |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Federal + State Holiday | Mail service is generally paused. |
| November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many schools schedule a long weekend. |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Federal + State Holiday | Some utilities and transit run holiday schedules. |
Mississippi Holiday FAQs (2026)
What happens if a state holiday falls on a weekend?
Agencies commonly observe the holiday on the nearest weekday (Friday for Saturday, Monday for Sunday).
Is the Friday after Thanksgiving a guaranteed state holiday?
Thanksgiving Day is official; Friday closures may vary by agency or employer policy.
Do schools follow the same holiday schedule as state offices?
Often yes, but districts set their own calendars—check local announcements.
Are banks open on Mississippi state holidays?
Most banks follow the federal holiday schedule and close on those days.
Will trash pickup or utilities change on holidays?
Service schedules may shift to the next business day—check your local provider.
Do courts and DMV offices close on all listed holidays?
Yes, closures generally align with the state holiday calendar.
