- This year: Monday, 23 Mar 2026
- Type: State & Regional Holiday
About Emancipation Day (observed) in United States
Emancipation Day (observed) is a state & regional holiday in United States. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Emancipation Day (observed): Past and Future Observances
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| Year | Date | Weekday | Name | Observed In |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Friday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2017 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2020 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | Puerto Rico | |
| 2022 | Friday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2023 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2026 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | Puerto Rico | |
| 2028 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2033 | Friday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia | |
| 2034 | Monday | Emancipation Day (observed) | District of Columbia |