Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil rights leader who advocated for racial equality through nonviolent protest. Observed on the third Monday of January, it is a federal public holiday and a national day of service and community volunteering.
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When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 falls on Monday, January 18, 2027.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a federal holiday?
Yes. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a US federal public holiday. Federal employees have the day off, and most banks and government offices are closed.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a day off?
Yes. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a public holiday in the United States. Most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
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