As the New Year approaches, investors are preparing for the 2026 stock market schedule. Important dates lie ahead, particularly concerning market closures.
2026 Stock Market Holiday Schedule: Is New Year’s Day Open?
The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq will close on Thursday, January 1, 2026, for New Year’s Day. Both exchanges will conduct regular trading sessions on the last day of 2025, December 31. However, the U.S. bond markets will conclude trading early on December 31, halting at 2 p.m. ET.
After the New Year, trading will resume on Friday, January 2, 2026. The next significant closure will take place on Monday, January 19, due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Full 2026 Stock Market Closure Dates
- New Year’s Day: Thursday, January 1
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Monday, January 19
- George Washington’s Birthday/Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 16
- Good Friday: Friday, April 3
- Memorial Day: Monday, May 25
- Juneteenth: Friday, June 19
- Independence Day: Friday, July 3
- Labor Day: Monday, September 7
- Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26
- Christmas Day: Friday, December 25
Be sure to mark these dates on your calendar to stay informed about the trading schedule in 2026. Understanding market closures will help investors make informed decisions throughout the year.
