U.S. stock markets follow a fixed holiday calendar published years in advance by the NYSE and Nasdaq. This page covers every full-day closure and early-close date for 2026, so you can check at a glance whether markets are open today or plan around an upcoming holiday.
By Wall Street Sights Staff • Updated July 2026 • 5 min read
📌 At a Glance: 2026 Market Calendar
- Full closures in 2026: 10 days
- Early-close days (1:00 p.m. ET): 2 days — Nov. 27 and Dec. 24
- Exchanges affected: NYSE and Nasdaq (identical schedules)
- Next holiday: Check the table below for the next upcoming closure
Full 2026 NYSE & Nasdaq Holiday Schedule
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 19, 2026 | Monday |
| Washington’s Birthday (Presidents Day) | February 16, 2026 | Monday |
| Good Friday | April 3, 2026 | Friday |
| Memorial Day | May 25, 2026 | Monday |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | June 19, 2026 | Friday |
| Independence Day (observed) | July 3, 2026 | Friday |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 | Monday |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 26, 2026 | Thursday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday |
Independence Day falls on Saturday, July 4 in 2026, so markets observe the closure on the preceding Friday, July 3, rather than treating it as an early-close day.
2026 Early-Close Days
| Date | Closing Time (ET) | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, November 27, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. | Day after Thanksgiving |
| Thursday, December 24, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. | Christmas Eve |
How to Quickly Check If the Market Is Open Today
Compare today’s date against the table above. If it matches a full-closure date, both the NYSE and Nasdaq are closed for regular trading. If it’s an early-close date, markets close at 1:00 p.m. ET instead of the usual 4:00 p.m. On every other weekday, markets run their standard 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET session.
Why the Market Closes on These Days
Nine of the 10 full-day closures correspond to U.S. federal holidays. Good Friday is the one recurring exception — a long-standing market tradition that isn’t a federal holiday. When a holiday falls on a Saturday, exchanges typically observe it the preceding Friday, as with Independence Day this year.
Markets stay open on some federal holidays that close banks and government offices, including Columbus Day and Veterans Day.
What Investors Should Do Around a Holiday Closure
Review open orders before a closure, since trades placed after the close won’t execute until the next session. Global markets, currencies, bonds, and commodities may still move while U.S. equity markets are closed, so it’s worth checking overnight headlines before the next trading day begins. Long weekends can sometimes lead to bigger moves when trading resumes, especially if major news breaks while exchanges are shut.
For ongoing coverage, follow our stock market news and business sections.
Are Banks Open on Market Holidays?
Bank schedules don’t always match the stock market’s. Banks close for additional federal holidays like Columbus Day and Veterans Day, when markets stay open. Online banking, mobile apps, and ATMs are typically available regardless. Check with your bank or brokerage directly if you need to move funds around a holiday.
Bond Market Holiday Differences
The U.S. bond market follows a separate calendar set by SIFMA (the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association) and closes or shortens its session on some days the stock market doesn’t, including Columbus Day and Veterans Day. Bond markets also recommend early 2:00 p.m. ET closes ahead of several holidays, including the day before Memorial Day weekend and July 2.
FAQ
Is the stock market open today?
Check today’s date against the full closure and early-close tables above. If today isn’t listed, U.S. markets are open for their regular session.
How many holidays do NYSE and Nasdaq observe in 2026?
Ten full-day closures and two early-close days.
Do NYSE and Nasdaq share the same holiday schedule?
Yes. Both exchanges are closed or shortened on identical dates.
Why is Good Friday a market holiday if it’s not a federal holiday?
It’s a long-standing exchange tradition dating back decades and is the only recurring NYSE/Nasdaq closure that isn’t tied to a federal holiday.
Is the bond market closed on the same days as the stock market?
Not always. The bond market follows a SIFMA-recommended calendar that includes additional holidays, such as Columbus Day and Veterans Day, when stock markets remain open.
This page is a planning reference. Exchange schedules can change; confirm exact dates with official NYSE and Nasdaq sources before making trading decisions.
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