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What Day of the Week is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
In 2027, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a Monday (Monday, January 18, 2027).
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Monday, January 18, 2027
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10Total Weeks
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1,776Total Hours
From: November 5, 2026To: Monday, January 18, 2027
Day of the Week for Martin Luther King Jr. Day (2024–2035)
Review future dates and days of the week for Martin Luther King Jr. Day across the next 12 years:
| Year | Exact Date | Day of the Week | Weekend / Weekday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Monday, January 15, 2024 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2025 | Monday, January 20, 2025 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2026 | Monday, January 19, 2026 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2027Upcoming | Monday, January 18, 2027 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2028 | Monday, January 17, 2028 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2029 | Monday, January 15, 2029 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2030 | Monday, January 21, 2030 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2031 | Monday, January 20, 2031 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2032 | Monday, January 19, 2032 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2033 | Monday, January 17, 2033 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2034 | Monday, January 16, 2034 | Monday | Weekday |
| 2035 | Monday, January 15, 2035 | Monday | Weekday |
About Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January in the US, honoring the civil rights leader.
Observance and day-of-week tracking is essential for scheduling family gatherings, organizing work holidays, and booking vacations well in advance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What day of the week is Martin Luther King Jr. Day in 2027?
In 2027, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a Monday (Monday, January 18, 2027).
How many days until MLK Day?
There are 74 days (10 weeks and 4 days) until Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Is MLK Day on a weekend in 2027?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a weekday (Monday) in 2027.
Why does Martin Luther King Jr. Day change days of the week each year?
Standard calendar years have 365 days (52 weeks plus 1 day), meaning fixed-date holidays advance by 1 weekday every normal year and 2 weekdays in leap years. Floating holidays (such as Thanksgiving or Memorial Day) are designated by specific weekday rules (e.g. 4th Thursday of November).
When is the next weekend MLK Day?
Check the 12-year projection table above for all upcoming occurrences.