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Maryland State Holidays — 2026
Maryland observes all major federal holidays in 2026 along with several state-specific days, including Maryland Day and American Indian Heritage Day. These holidays guide state office, court, and agency closures throughout the year.
| 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 |
| March 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Maryland Day | Maryland 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 State 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 3, 2026 | Tuesday | Election Day | Maryland State Holiday |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Federal + State Holiday |
| November 27, 2026 | Friday | American Indian Heritage Day | Maryland State Holiday |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Federal + State Holiday |
Maryland Holiday FAQs (2026)
Is Maryland Day a state holiday?
Yes. Maryland officially observes Maryland Day every March 25.
Does Maryland observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day?
Yes. Indigenous Peoples’ Day replaces Columbus Day in Maryland.
Is American Indian Heritage Day a holiday?
Yes. It is observed on the Friday after Thanksgiving.
