List of Holidays in Arizona 2026

Bang in the middle of the American Southwest, shaped by desert landscapes, mountain ranges, and having a long history of Native inhabitants and frontiersmen, lies Arizona. This environment is reflected very accurately by the state holidays listed below. There are very few holidays specific to Arizona that are different from the ones observed nationwide, following the standards of civic holidays observed across the United States.

Arizona’s holidays are primarily driven by federal observances, which means the majority of public holidays are uniform across the country. Unlike states such as Alaska or Massachusetts, Arizona does not add many additional state-exclusive holidays to its calendar. As a result, the list remains relatively concise and predictable.

• The majority of public holidays in Arizona are applicable to the state administrative departments, courts, and institutions. Employers are not mandated to follow these holidays; they only follow them voluntarily to keep their schedules in sync with the closed institutions.
• Arizona also follows all major federal holidays in the U.S. that are observed across the country
• At the present time, the state does not keep much of a comprehensive list of Arizona-specific public holidays.
• In cases where the holiday occurs during the weekend, the holiday is observed on the subsequent workday.

List of National and State Holidays in Arizona for 2026

Holidays that fall on a weekend are generally observed on the nearest weekday, ensuring continuity for government operations and public services, and that the time is actually taken off, from busy schedules, to acknowledge the occasion (like Independence Day in 2026).

FAQs

Do holidays vary by U.S. state, including Arizona?

Federal holidays are prevalent in all states in the U.S. Although some states celebrate other holidays that are of local significance, Arizona is relatively similar to the federal schedule without adding much to the holidays observed.

What qualifies as a public holiday in Arizona?

A public holiday may refer to any holiday recognized by both the state government and the Federal government. During such holidays, government offices are normally closed.

Are banks closed on Arizona holidays?

Banks are usually closed on federal holidays. Due to Arizona’s public holidays largely following the federal schedule, banks are also usually closed when state offices are closed.

Why does Arizona have fewer state-specific holidays?

Cultural and historical commemorations, despite a preference for national civic observances rather than additional state-exclusive holidays, guide Arizona’s holiday structure. It may still be recognised informally, but they do not usually result in state offices closing on those days.

Do private companies follow the same holiday list?

Not necessarily. In the U.S., private employers set their own holiday policies. While many follow federal holidays, observance can vary by industry and company.