As the Christmas season approaches, many Americans are preparing to spend Christmas Eve with loved ones, attending church services, and enjoying festive traditions.
However, despite the widespread celebration, Christmas Eve is not one of the 11 recognized federal holidays in the United States, meaning for many, it’s still a regular workday rather than a guaranteed day off.
This year, President Joe Biden granted most federal employees the day off, while most Americans continue to work unless they’ve filed for paid time off.
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What are the federal holidays in 2025?
Typically, there are only 11 federal holidays, but this year, Inauguration Day makes the list. However, it is only a holiday for federal employees in Washington, D.C., and certain federal offices. It’s not part of the regular 11 federal holidays, and whether you get the day off depends on your employer or organization.
Here are those dates.
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Jan. 1, 2025 – New Year’s Day
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Jan. 20, 2025 – Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Jan. 20, 2025 – Inauguration Day
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Feb. 17, 2025 – Washington’s Birthday
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May 26, 2025 – Memorial Day
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June 19, 2025 – Juneteenth National Independence Day
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July 4, 2025 – Independence Day
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Sept. 1, 2025 – Labor Day
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Oct. 13, 2025 – Indigenous People’s Day
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Nov. 11, 2025 – Veterans Day
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Nov. 27, 2025 – Thanksgiving Day
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Dec. 25, 2025 – Christmas Day
This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Is Christmas Eve a federal holiday? Biden gives federal employees day off
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