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When is Columbus Day 2026?
Columbus Day 2026 is on Monday, October 12, 2026 — that's 70 days (10 weeks) from today.
Below you'll find the exact date, the day of the week, a live countdown, and everything you need to plan ahead — plus a free iPhone widget that keeps Columbus Day on your home screen.
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Columbus Day 2026 Dates & Schedule
| Date | Monday, October 12, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Day of week | Monday |
| Countdown | 70 days (10 weeks) |
Columbus Day 2026 is on Monday, October 12, 2026. That is 70 days away — about 10 weeks and 0 days, or roughly 2 months, from today. Columbus Day is a public observance in the United States, when most government offices, banks, and the postal service are closed.
Use the date above to set a reminder or calendar entry. If Columbus Day has an official organizer or observing authority, check its latest information before making bookings because times, venues, and local observance details can change. You can also add a free Outside countdown widget to your iPhone home screen; it updates every day and can be shared with other people.
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Open page →About Columbus Day
Columbus Day 2026 is on Monday, October 12th. It is a federal holiday that commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas.
History & Significance
Columbus Day became a federal holiday in 1937, honoring Columbus's October 12, 1492 landing. It is observed on the second Monday of October. Many states and cities have replaced or supplemented it with Indigenous Peoples' Day.
Columbus Day: A US Federal Observance
Columbus Day is recognized in the United States as a public observance. Federal holidays mean most government offices, banks, and the postal service are closed, and many schools and businesses follow suit — so the date affects mail delivery, paychecks, and stock-market trading days, not just celebrations.
When a federal holiday falls on a weekend it is typically observed on the nearest weekday, which can shift the long weekend earlier or later than expected. Counting down to Columbus Day 2026 helps you confirm the actual observed date, plan a three-day weekend, and avoid scheduling appointments or shipments on a day when offices are closed.
Columbus Day 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
When is Columbus Day 2026?
Columbus Day 2026 is on Monday, October 12, 2026 — 70 days from today. You can track it with a free countdown widget on your iPhone home screen using the Outside app.
What day of the week is Columbus Day 2026?
Columbus Day 2026 falls on a Monday. Knowing the weekday helps you plan time off, travel, or weekend activities around the date.
How long until Columbus Day 2026?
Columbus Day 2026 is 10 weeks away — roughly 3 months from now. That's plenty of time to plan ahead.
Is there a free Columbus Day countdown app?
Yes. Outside is a free iPhone app with a Columbus Day countdown widget for your home screen, plus reminder alerts and calendar sync. Used by 300k+ people.
Is Columbus Day a federal holiday?
Columbus Day is recognized as a public observance in the United States. On federal holidays most government offices, banks, and the postal service are closed, and many schools and businesses follow the same schedule.
What is closed on Columbus Day?
Expect federal offices, banks, and post offices to be closed on Columbus Day, with no regular mail delivery and the stock markets shut. Many private businesses and schools also close, though hours vary.
Is the observed date for Columbus Day 2026 different from its calendar date?
It can be when a federal holiday falls on a weekend, but the applicable rule and workplace schedule should be checked directly. The calendar date alone does not prove that someone has a day off.
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