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When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026?
Monday, January 19, 2026
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Date details for Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026
- Day of week: Monday
- Full date: Monday, January 19, 2026
- Days remaining: -97
- Weeks remaining: -14
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026 is on Monday, January 19th. It is a federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of the civil rights leader.
History & Significance
MLK Day was first observed as a federal holiday in 1986, following a campaign led by Coretta Scott King. It is celebrated on the third Monday of January, near Dr. King's birthday on January 15th. It is also a national day of service.
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