Day of the week
Thursday
Day off
Not a federal holiday
Countdown
Day 365 of 2026
364 days after January 1.
How the Date of New Year's Eve Is Determined
Always December 31. It is not a federal holiday, except when it becomes the observed day off for a Saturday New Year's Day.
New Year's Eve Dates 2026–2031
New Year's Eve 2026 FAQ
When Is New Year's Eve 2026?
New Year's Eve 2026 is on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
Is New Year's Eve a federal holiday?
No. New Year's Eve is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.
How is the date of New Year's Eve determined?
Always December 31. It is not a federal holiday, except when it becomes the observed day off for a Saturday New Year's Day.
When Is New Year's Eve 2027?
New Year's Eve 2027 is on Friday, December 31, 2027.
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