Federal holidays
United States holidays 1979
National dates and standard observed days for current-law calendar planning. Regional holidays are not included.
| Date | Weekday | Holiday | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 1979 | Monday | New Year’s Day | National |
| February 19, 1979 | Monday | Washington’s Birthday | National |
| May 28, 1979 | Monday | Memorial Day | National |
| July 4, 1979 | Wednesday | Independence Day | National |
| September 3, 1979 | Monday | Labor Day | National |
| October 8, 1979 | Monday | Columbus Day | National |
| November 11, 1979 | Sunday | Veterans Day | National |
| November 12, 1979 | Monday | Veterans Day (observed) | National · Observed |
| November 22, 1979 | Thursday | Thanksgiving Day | National |
| December 25, 1979 | Tuesday | Christmas Day | National |
Coverage uses current national rules for planning dates from 1971 through 2100; it is not a historical record. Source reference: U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Always confirm workplace closures with the relevant employer or authority.