Columbus Day Countdown

Columbus Day is a US federal holiday observed on the second Monday of October, commemorating Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492. An increasing number of US states and cities now observe the same date as Indigenous Peoples Day, honouring the history and culture of Native Americans. The holiday falls between October 8 and October 14. This countdown calculates the second Monday in October automatically.

Columbus Day provides a Monday federal holiday in October — one of the few autumn long weekends before Thanksgiving. Banks, federal offices, and many schools close. The date falls within peak autumn foliage season in much of the Northeast and Midwest, making it a popular weekend for leaf-peeping travel.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is Columbus Day this year?

Columbus Day falls on the second Monday of October. The date ranges from October 8 to October 14. This countdown calculates the correct date automatically each year.

Is Columbus Day the same as Indigenous Peoples Day?

Many US states and cities have officially replaced Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples Day on the same second Monday of October, shifting the focus from Columbus's voyage to the history and contributions of Native Americans. Federally, the holiday is still called Columbus Day, though individual states may observe it differently.

What businesses close on Columbus Day?

Federal government offices, the US Postal Service, and most banks close on Columbus Day. Many schools, especially in states that observe it officially, also close. Retail stores, restaurants, and most private businesses remain open. Stock markets (NYSE, NASDAQ) remain open on Columbus Day.