List of Holidays in Florida 2026

Florida’s holiday schedule is indicative of a preference for continuation over experimentation. While its cultural footprint is anything but uniform, the official calendar leans conservative and predictable, shaped largely by long-standing statutes rather than shifting social trends.

The result is a list that feels familiar to anyone who’s worked with state agencies in Florida - steady, occasionally debated, and rarely revised. Although there are a few interesting additions to the list, like Pascua Florida Day.

Counties and municipalities usually align with the state calendar as usual, though school districts and local governments may diverge slightly. Private employers, as elsewhere, and in most other states, decide independently which holidays to observe, often sticking to the most widely recognized federal dates.

List of National and State Holidays in Florida for 2026

Florida state agencies generally observe holidays that fall on weekends on the nearest weekday, in line with state policy.

FAQs

Why does Florida still observe Pascua Florida Day?

Pascua Florida Day commemorates the arrival of Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León in Florida in 1513. While it’s not widely observed outside government offices, it remains part of Florida law and reflects its tryst with the state’s early colonial history. Interestingly, the state also derives its name from the conquistador's name for the region- probably due to his arrival and exploration around Easter. He called it “La Florida”.

Is Confederate Memorial Day still an official holiday in Florida?

Yes. Confederate Memorial Day is still listed as an official state holiday under Florida statute. However, how it is observed varies widely, and many agencies treat it as a normal working day despite its legal designation, hence its exclusion from the above list.

Has Florida officially recognised Juneteenth?

Florida recognises Juneteenth as a state holiday in alignment with the federal designation, as do many other states that celebrate the abolition of slavery. State offices are closed on that day.

Do all Florida counties and cities follow this exact holiday list?

As is with most US states, the state agencies and courts follow this calendar; counties, cities, and school districts may adjust observances based on local needs or negotiated schedules.

Are private employers required to follow Florida’s holiday calendar?

Private employers are not required to observe state holidays. Most follow federal holidays, while state- only observances are typically optional unless included in company policy or contracts.