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A JOURNAL OF OCCASIONS / 2029
The art of marking the day.
An editorial calendar of American holidays, enduring traditions and occasions worth a closer look.
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2029 holiday calendar
January 2029
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
A day to reflect on civil rights and service.
February 2029
Groundhog Day
A playful winter tradition centered on the weather.
Valentine's Day
A date for affection, friendship and thoughtful gestures.
Washington's Birthday
The federal holiday honoring George Washington.
March 2029
St. Patrick's Day
A celebration of Irish heritage and community.
Good Friday
A Christian day of remembrance before Easter.
April 2029
April Fools' Day
A lighthearted day for jokes and playful surprises.
Easter Sunday
The Christian celebration of the resurrection of Jesus.
Earth Day
A moment to focus on the environment.
Arbor Day
A national occasion to appreciate and plant trees.
May 2029
Cinco de Mayo
A cultural observance with roots in Mexican history.
Mother's Day
Time to recognize mothers and mother figures.
Memorial Day
Remembering those who died in U.S. military service.
June 2029
Flag Day
An observance honoring the United States flag.
Father's Day
A day for fathers and father figures.
Juneteenth National Independence Day
A day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
July 2029
Independence Day
The Fourth of July celebration of American independence.
September 2029
Labor Day
A holiday recognizing the contributions of workers.
National Grandparents Day
A day to appreciate connections across generations.
Patriot Day
Remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001.
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
An occasion to learn about the U.S. Constitution and citizenship.
October 2029
Columbus Day
The federal holiday on the second Monday of October.
Halloween
An evening of costumes and autumn traditions.
November 2029
Veterans Day
Honoring people who have served in the U.S. military.
Federal observed date: Nov 12, 2029Thanksgiving Day
A day often centered on gratitude and gathering.
Black Friday
A major retail shopping date after Thanksgiving.
Cyber Monday
An online shopping date following Thanksgiving weekend.
December 2029
Christmas Eve
The evening and day before Christmas.
Christmas Day
A Christian holiday also widely observed as a cultural celebration.
New Year's Eve
The closing night of the calendar year.
A little calendar clarity
One calendar. Different kinds of days.
Federal holidays
These dates follow the U.S. federal holiday schedule. When a fixed date falls on a weekend, a separate observed date may apply to a standard Monday–Friday workweek.
Observances & celebrations
Cultural, religious and shopping dates are included for planning. They do not automatically mean a day off. Check local opening hours and your employer’s calendar.