2026 California Court Holidays
Use these dates when checking a deadline stated in court days. Confirm the rule that applies to your case and any order issued by the court.
Holiday schedule
Updated September 24, 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thursday, January 1 | New Year’s Day |
| Monday, January 19 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday |
| Thursday, February 12 | Lincoln Day |
| Monday, February 16 | Presidents’ Day |
| Tuesday, March 31 | Farmworkers Day |
| Monday, May 25 | Memorial Day |
| Friday, June 19 | Juneteenth |
| Friday, July 3 | Independence Day (observed) |
| Monday, September 7 | Labor Day |
| Friday, September 25 | Native American Day |
| Wednesday, November 11 | Veterans Day |
| Thursday, November 26 | Thanksgiving Day |
| Friday, November 27 | Day after Thanksgiving |
| Friday, December 25 | Christmas Day |
For planning purposes. Check the official California Courts holiday schedule and your court’s notices for current information.
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