When Is Independence Day?
Independence Day 2027 is on Sunday, July 4, 2027. Because it falls on a Sunday, the federal day off is Monday, July 5, 2027.
Independence Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Day off (observed) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jul 4, 2026 | Saturday | Friday, Jul 3, 2026 |
| 2027 | Jul 4, 2027 | Sunday | Monday, Jul 5, 2027 |
| 2028 | Jul 4, 2028 | Tuesday | Same day |
| 2029 | Jul 4, 2029 | Wednesday | Same day |
| 2030 | Jul 4, 2030 | Thursday | Same day |
| 2031 | Jul 4, 2031 | Friday | Same day |
| 2032 | Jul 4, 2032 | Sunday | Monday, Jul 5, 2032 |
| 2033 | Jul 4, 2033 | Monday | Same day |
| 2034 | Jul 4, 2034 | Tuesday | Same day |
| 2035 | Jul 4, 2035 | Wednesday | Same day |
Independence Day: key facts
- Date rule: Always July 4. On a weekend, the federal day off moves to the Friday before or the Monday after.
- Background: Marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
- Day off: Yes, a federal holiday. Federal offices close; on a weekend the day off moves (see the table).
All holidays: US federal holidays · calendar.