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Maine State Holidays for 2026
Maine State Holidays for 2026
Maine State Holidays — 2026
Maine observes all federal holidays in 2026, along with unique state-specific observances such as Patriot’s Day. These holidays affect state offices, courts, and many public services.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes / Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| January 19, 2026 | Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| April 20, 2026 | Monday | Patriot’s Day | Maine State Holiday |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Memorial Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| June 19, 2026 | Friday | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| July 3, 2026 | Friday | Independence Day (Observed) | Observed Holiday |
| July 4, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labor Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Indigenous Peoples’ Day | State Holiday (Replaces Columbus Day) |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| November 27, 2026 | Friday | Day After Thanksgiving | State Holiday |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Federal + State Holiday |
Maine Holiday FAQs (2026)
Is Patriot’s Day a paid state holiday in Maine?
Yes. Patriot’s Day is a full Maine state holiday observed each April.
Does Maine observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day?
Yes. Maine officially recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Do state offices close on the Day After Thanksgiving?
Yes. Many public offices and agencies close statewide.
