What is Martin Luther King Day?
Martin Luther King Day is a United States federal holiday celebrated on the third Monday of January to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It was signed into law in 1983 and is one of the four federal memorial holidays.
When is Martin Luther King Day?
Martin Luther King Day in 2026 is on January 19, 2026 - Monday.
Upcoming Martin Luther King Day Dates
| Holiday | Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Day | 2024 | January 15, 2024 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2025 | January 20, 2025 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2026 | January 19, 2026 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2027 | January 18, 2027 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2028 | January 17, 2028 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2029 | January 15, 2029 | Monday |
| Martin Luther King Day | 2030 | January 21, 2030 | Monday |