When Is Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2026?
Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2026 is on Friday, July 3, 2026. With the weekend that is 3 days off; 3 days of PTO turns it into 6 days.
Source: 5 U.S.C. 6103. When a holiday falls on a Saturday it is observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Private employers choose their own paid holidays; most give six to eight. Tick the ones you get in the planner. Last checked: October 30, 2026.
How much PTO for how many days off?
The holiday is joined to the weekends around it; only the workdays in between count as PTO.
| PTO | Days off | Total | Take off |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | July 3–5, 2026 | 3 days | — |
| 1 day | July 2–5, 2026 | 4 days | Thursday, July 2 |
| 2 days | July 1–5, 2026 | 5 days | Wednesday, July 1, Thursday, July 2 |
| 3 days | June 30 – July 5, 2026 | 6 days | Tuesday, June 30, Wednesday, July 1, Thursday, July 2 |
| 4 days | June 27 – July 5, 2026 | 9 days | Monday, June 29, Tuesday, June 30, Wednesday, July 1, Thursday, July 2 |
Independence Day (Fourth of July) in other years
- Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2027: July 5, 2027
- Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2028: July 4, 2028
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Frequently asked questions
What day is Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2026?
Friday, July 3, 2026.
Is Independence Day (Fourth of July) a long weekend in 2026?
Yes: July 3–5, 2026 gives 3 days off in a row.
How much PTO do I need to stretch Independence Day (Fourth of July) 2026?
1 day of PTO: 4 days off. 2 days of PTO: 5 days off. 3 days of PTO: 6 days off. 4 days of PTO: 9 days off.