The only federal holiday in February 2027 is Presidents Day (officially Washington’s Birthday) on Monday, February 15. Other key dates include Lunar New Year on February 6, Valentine’s Day and Super Bowl LXI on Sunday, February 14, and Ash Wednesday on February 10.
This list covers the federal holiday, religious observances, and popular cultural dates so you can plan time off, travel, and events.
February 2027 Holidays List (Quick Reference)
| Date | Day | Holiday or observance | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1 | Monday | Black History Month begins; National Freedom Day | Observance |
| Feb 2 | Tuesday | Groundhog Day | Observance |
| Feb 6 | Saturday | Lunar New Year (Year of the Goat) | Cultural |
| Feb 8 | Monday | Ramadan begins (expected; starts at sundown Feb 7) | Religious |
| Feb 9 | Tuesday | Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) | Cultural |
| Feb 10 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday | Religious |
| Feb 12 | Friday | Lincoln’s Birthday | State (some states) |
| Feb 14 | Sunday | Valentine’s Day; Super Bowl LXI | Cultural |
| Feb 15 | Monday | Presidents Day (Washington’s Birthday) | Federal holiday |
| Feb 17 | Wednesday | Random Acts of Kindness Day | Observance |
| Feb 22 | Monday | George Washington’s actual birthday | Observance |
The Federal Holiday in February 2027: Presidents Day
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management lists Washington’s Birthday on Monday, February 15, 2027. Federal law names it Washington’s Birthday, but most Americans call it Presidents Day.
It always falls on the third Monday of February, which creates a three-day weekend from Saturday, February 13 through Monday, February 15. George Washington was actually born on February 22, so the holiday date never matches his birthday.
Presidents Day is also the last federal holiday for a while. The next one, Memorial Day on May 31, is 105 days later.
Popular February 2027 Holidays and Observances
Valentine’s Day (Sunday, February 14)
Valentine’s Day is not a federal holiday, but it drives serious spending. The National Retail Federation reported a record $29.1 billion in 2026, with shoppers budgeting an average of $199.78 on gifts. Jewelry led all categories at $7 billion.
In 2027, Valentine’s Day lands on a Sunday, so dinner reservations will likely book up for Friday and Saturday as well.
Super Bowl LXI (Sunday, February 14)
Super Bowl LXI will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on the same day as Valentine’s Day. It will air on ESPN and ABC. Kickoff time had not been announced at the time of writing.
Black History Month (all February)
Black History Month runs the entire month. Gerald Ford formally recognized it in 1976, and presidents have issued a proclamation every year since. Many schools, museums, and libraries host events throughout February.
Groundhog Day (Tuesday, February 2)
Punxsutawney Phil makes his annual forecast in Pennsylvania on February 2. The tradition dates back to 1887.
Lincoln’s Birthday (Friday, February 12)
Abraham Lincoln’s birthday is a state holiday in some states, including Illinois and Connecticut. It is not a federal holiday, so most workplaces stay open.
February 2027 Holidays and Festivals
Lunar New Year (Saturday, February 6). The Year of the Goat begins with parades, lion dances, and family dinners in cities like San Francisco, New York, and Los Angeles. Festivities typically run for about two weeks.
Mardi Gras (Tuesday, February 9). Fat Tuesday is the peak of Carnival season, with the biggest celebrations in New Orleans. It falls the day before Ash Wednesday.
Ash Wednesday (February 10). This marks the start of Lent, the 40-day season leading to Easter on March 28, 2027.
Ramadan (begins February 8). Ramadan is expected to begin at sundown on Sunday, February 7, with the first full day of fasting on Monday, February 8. The exact start depends on moon sighting and can vary by a day. It runs until around March 8, with Eid al-Fitr expected around March 9.
February 2027 Holidays List USA Printable
To print the list above, use your browser’s print function (Ctrl+P on Windows or Cmd+P on Mac) and select the page range with the table. For a full-year view with every federal holiday and major observance, use the 2027 US holiday calendar.
FAQs
What are the holidays in February 2027?
The main holidays in February 2027 are Groundhog Day (Feb 2), Lunar New Year (Feb 6), Mardi Gras (Feb 9), Ash Wednesday (Feb 10), Valentine’s Day (Feb 14), and Presidents Day (Feb 15). Ramadan also begins around Feb 8. Only Presidents Day is a federal holiday.
What is the Feb 15, 2027 holiday?
February 15, 2027 is Presidents Day, officially called Washington’s Birthday. It is a federal holiday, so federal offices, banks, and stock markets are closed.
What are the federal holidays in February?
Washington’s Birthday (Presidents Day) is the only federal holiday in February. It falls on the third Monday, which is February 15 in 2027.
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