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Missouri State Holidays — 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes / Type | Useful Fact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | Federal + State Holiday | Some agencies run limited hours on Dec 31. |
| January 19, 2026 | Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many schools organize service-learning events. |
| February 12, 2026 | Thursday | Lincoln’s Birthday | State Holiday (Missouri) | Courts and state offices commonly close. |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Washington’s Birthday (Presidents’ Day) | Federal + State Holiday | DMV and most banks follow holiday schedules. |
| May 8, 2026 | Friday | Truman Day | State Holiday (Missouri) | Honors Missourian and U.S. President Harry S. Truman. |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Memorial Day | Federal + State Holiday | Marks the unofficial start of summer travel. |
| June 19, 2026 | Friday | Juneteenth National Independence Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many local offices host community programs. |
| July 3, 2026 | Friday | Independence Day (Observed) | Observed since July 4 falls on Saturday | Expect Friday closures and adjusted transit. |
| July 4, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Federal + State Holiday | Fireworks rules vary by city—check local ordinances. |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labor Day | Federal + State Holiday | Common end-of-summer school break day. |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Columbus Day | Federal + State Holiday | Some municipalities hold heritage events. |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | Federal + State Holiday | Mail delivery is generally paused. |
| November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | Federal + State Holiday | Many schools and offices take a long weekend. |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Federal + State Holiday | Transit and utilities run holiday schedules. |
Missouri Holiday FAQs (2026)
What if a Missouri state holiday falls on a weekend?
State offices generally observe on the nearest weekday (Friday for Saturday, Monday for Sunday).
Do Missouri courts and DMV offices close on these holidays?
Yes, closures typically follow the state holiday calendar.
Are banks open on Missouri state holidays?
Most banks follow the federal holiday schedule and close accordingly.
Do schools follow the same holiday schedule as state offices?
Often yes, but districts set their own calendars—check local announcements.
Is the Friday after Thanksgiving an official Missouri state holiday?
Thanksgiving Day is official; Friday closures may vary by employer or agency.
Will trash pickup or utilities change on holidays?
Service schedules can shift to the next business day—check your local provider.
