2025 federal holidays

Jan. 9 Declared Federal Holiday for Carter Funeral: What You Need to Know

Jan. 9 Declared Federal Holiday for Carter Funeral: What You Need to Know

It’s not every day that an entire country pauses to honor the life and legacy of a former president. Yet on January 9, 2025, the United States will do exactly that, marking a special National Day of Mourning for the late Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 100. This gesture, following a time-honored tradition, includes the closure of most federal government offices, as well as the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, as a sign of respect ...

Your 2025 Holiday Guide: Federal Observances, Easter, and More

Your 2025 Holiday Guide: Federal Observances, Easter, and More

Welcome to 2025! While this new year is just beginning, many of us are already looking ahead, marking calendars for upcoming holidays and planning vacations or family gatherings. Thankfully, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) publishes a list of official federal holidays to help clarify which days will see government offices (and often banks) closed. Beyond that, we also have religious observances like Easter and Ramadan, as well as other celebrations that might impact your personal schedule. Here’s an in-depth ...