South Dakota’s 2026 holiday calendar includes all major federal holidays plus the state-specific Native Americans Day, which replaces Columbus Day.
These holidays determine official closures for state offices, courts, and many public agencies.
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South Dakota State Holidays 2026
South Dakota State Holidays 2026
South Dakota State Holidays — 2026
South Dakota recognizes a mix of federal and state-specific holidays in 2026, including Native Americans Day, which replaces Columbus Day. All state offices, courts, and many public institutions follow these official closure dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Notes / Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day | State Legal Holiday |
| January 19, 2026 | Monday | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | State Legal Holiday |
| February 16, 2026 | Monday | Presidents’ Day | State Legal Holiday |
| May 25, 2026 | Monday | Memorial Day | State Legal Holiday |
| June 19, 2026 | Friday | Juneteenth National Independence Day | State Legal Holiday |
| July 4, 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | State Legal Holiday |
| September 7, 2026 | Monday | Labor Day | State Legal Holiday |
| October 12, 2026 | Monday | Native Americans Day | State Holiday (Replaces Columbus Day) |
| November 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Veterans Day | State Legal Holiday |
| November 26, 2026 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | State Legal Holiday |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | State Legal Holiday |
South Dakota Holiday FAQs (2026)
Does South Dakota celebrate Native Americans Day instead of Columbus Day?
Yes. South Dakota officially replaced Columbus Day with Native Americans Day.
Does South Dakota observe Juneteenth as a legal holiday?
Yes, Juneteenth is legally recognized and observed statewide.
Are state offices closed when a holiday falls on a weekend?
Yes. South Dakota typically observes the holiday on a nearby weekday.
