Key U.S. dates for the 2026 holiday season
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | November 26, 2026 | Thursday |
| Black Friday | November 27, 2026 | Friday |
| Small Business Saturday | November 28, 2026 | Saturday |
| Cyber Monday | November 30, 2026 | Monday |
| Hanukkah begins (evening) | December 4, 2026 | Friday |
| Christmas Eve | December 24, 2026 | Thursday |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Friday |
| New Year's Eve | December 31, 2026 | Thursday |
| New Year's Day | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
How the days are counted
The calculator counts the number of midnights between the two dates, which is how most people mean “how many days until.” For example, from December 24 to December 25 is 1 day. If you want to include both the start and end date, add 1.
Weekdays vs. business days
Weekdays are Monday through Friday. Official business days also skip public holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, which vary by employer and state. Subtract any holidays that fall in your range for a precise business-day count.
Days Until Calculator FAQs
How many days until Christmas 2026?
Christmas 2026 is Friday, December 25, 2026. The countdown at the top of this page shows the exact number of days from today.
What day is Thanksgiving 2026?
Thanksgiving 2026 is Thursday, November 26, the fourth Thursday of November.
When is Black Friday 2026?
Black Friday 2026 is Friday, November 27, 2026, followed by Cyber Monday on November 30, 2026.
Does the count include today?
No. It counts full days from the start date to the end date. Add 1 if you want to include both days.