When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
US federal holiday on the third Monday of January.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls on Monday, January 18, 2027. US federal holiday on the third Monday of January.
This page always shows the next Martin Luther King Jr. Day: once Monday, January 18, 2027 has passed, it switches to the 2028 date.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day dates, 2027 to 2031
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | January 18 | Monday |
| 2028 | January 17 | Monday |
| 2029 | January 15 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 21 | Monday |
| 2031 | January 20 | Monday |
How the date is calculated
Martin Luther King Jr. Day follows an nth-weekday rule: the third Monday of January. For 2027 that resolves to Monday, January 18, 2027.
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Plan around Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Block travel and school closures on the January 2027 sheet before the week fills up.
- Use the weekly planner pack for the seven days around Monday, January 18, 2027.
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FAQ
What date is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls on Monday, January 18, 2027.
How is Martin Luther King Jr. Day calculated?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day follows an nth-weekday rule: the third Monday of January. For 2027 that resolves to Monday, January 18, 2027.
Which printable calendar should I use for Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
Download the January 2027 printable and choose the US Holidays Marked template so Martin Luther King Jr. Day is labeled in-cell when the engine includes it.
Does this page change every year?
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