What Day Is It?Veterans Day 2026 falls on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. It is a federal holiday in the United States, held every year on November 11, that honors everyone who has served in the US armed forces.
Why November 11?
The First World War stopped with an armistice that took effect on November 11, 1918, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. The United States marked the date as Armistice Day. In 1954 Congress changed the name to Veterans Day, so it would honor veterans of all wars.
The same date is still marked as Armistice Day or Remembrance Day in countries such as the United Kingdom, France, Canada and Australia.
Veterans Day or Memorial Day?
Veterans Day thanks all who have served, living or dead. Memorial Day, in May, remembers those who died in military service.
How it is marked
Parades, ceremonies at memorials and a wreath-laying at Arlington National Cemetery are the best-known traditions. Federal offices close and many schools do too. Many people simply say thank you to a veteran they know.
Veterans Day dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 11 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | November 11 | Thursday |
| 2028 | November 11 | Saturday |
Frequently asked questions
Is Veterans Day always on November 11?
Yes. The date stays the same each year. If it lands on a weekend, the day off for federal workers moves to the nearest weekday.
Is it "Veterans Day" or "Veterans’ Day"?
The official US spelling is Veterans Day, with no apostrophe.