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Indigenous Peoples' Day

Indigenous Peoples' Day is observed on October 12, 2026, alongside Columbus Day as a federal holiday. On this date federal offices, postal services, and banks are closed nationwide, and school closures vary by district. The day also features celebrations that highlight both holidays and Día de la Raza.

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What to know

  • Federal holiday on Oct. 12 observes Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. Oct 12
  • Federal offices, postal services, and banks are closed nationwide. Oct 12
  • Columbus Day is a federal holiday on Oct. 12, 2026, but not all schools close. Oct 12
  • Indigenous Peoples' Day is observed the same day, influencing some districts' schedules. Oct 12
  • Columbus Day traditionally honors Columbus’s 1492 arrival and is a U.S. federal holiday. Oct 11

Timeline

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