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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan 18, 2027, 12:00 AM UTC
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- Date
- Day of week
- Monday
- Type
- Federal holiday
- Country
- United States
- Days until
- 209
About this day
Why it matters
Martin Luther King Jr. Day honours the civil rights leader on the third Monday of January, near his birthday (15 January).
Who it’s for
A US federal holiday since 1986. Observances include service projects, marches, and educational events.
Background
Signed into law by President Reagan in 1983; first observed in 1986 and recognised in all 50 states by 2000.
Sources: U.S. Office of Personnel Management — Federal holidays
FAQ
How many days are until Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
There are 209 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day.