Micronesia holiday calendar

Public holidays in Micronesia 2026

Calendar compilation last reviewed

Plan the year with every Micronesia public holiday, regional date and major cultural observance in our calendar. Each entry links to a detailed guide covering its history, status, traditions and sources.

Public holidays
7
Regional dates
4
Observances
0
Substitute dates
0

How public holidays work in Micronesia

The calendar separates public holidays from regional dates and cultural observances. Public holidays are the broadest category in our Micronesia calendar. Regional holidays may apply only in a particular state, province, territory or community, while an observance does not automatically mean that workplaces, schools or public services close.

No separate substitute dates are currently listed for 2026. Weekend and time-off rules can still vary by employer, region and holiday, so consult the linked guide and primary source before making arrangements. November is the busiest month, with 3 listed dates.

Micronesia holiday dates in 2026

The table lists 11 calendar entries. Follow a holiday name for its full background, observance details and traditions.

Public holidays, regional dates and cultural observances in Micronesia for 2026
DateHolidayTypeObserved day
New Year's DayThe January 1 national holiday across all four FSM states, with a federal Friday-or-Monday transfer when it falls on a weekend.Public holiday—
President's DayA February public-service holiday found in Chuuk regulations, not a nationwide FSM National Government holiday.Regional public holiday—
State HolidaysA guide to the separate legal holidays of Chuuk, Kosrae, Pohnpei and Yap, which do not automatically close the whole federation.Regional public holiday—
Culture DayA March 31 national holiday honouring the distinct living cultures and traditions of Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei and Kosrae.Public holiday—
Good FridayA state-government holiday in Pohnpei and Kosrae in 2026, not one of the FSM National Government’s seven statutory holidays.Regional public holiday—
FSM Constitution DayThe May 10 national holiday commemorating the 1979 effective date of the Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia.Public holiday—
United Nations DayThe October 24 national holiday connecting the United Nations’ founding with the FSM’s former trusteeship and present international membership.Public holiday—
Independence DayThe November 3 national holiday marking the Compact’s 1986 entry into force and the commencement of full self-government.Public holiday—
Veterans DayThe November 11 national holiday honouring FSM citizens who served in foreign wars through the United States armed forces.Public holiday—
ThanksgivingA late-November Kosrae State Government holiday rather than a statutory holiday for the FSM National Government.Regional public holiday—
Christmas DayThe December 25 national holiday observed across the federation through varied Christian, family and community traditions.Public holiday—

Sources for Micronesia holidays

Calendar dates and classifications are checked against the primary calendar sources below. Historical and cultural claims have additional citations on each individual holiday guide.