When there is a public holiday on a Friday or a Monday, it creates a long weekend. In the UK and Australia, these three-day weekends are often called Bank Holiday Weekends.

"A long weekend is a weekend that is at least three days long (i.e. a three-day weekend), due to a public or unofficial holiday occurring on either the following Monday or preceding Friday.

When there is a public holiday on a Friday or a Monday, it often creates a long weekend. “Long weekends” are a great time for vacation, travel or get-togethers.

4 days ago · Discover the best long weekend destinations where fun starts instantly, from Orlando and Vegas to New Orleans and Nashville.

2 days ago · The US 2026 calendar offers several long weekends for escape from daily life. Key dates include New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and more.

4 days ago · Check the official 2026 US federal holiday calendar for long weekends and office closures to plan.

Upcoming long weekends in USA Monday, January 01, 2024 New Year’s Day Monday, January 15, 2024 Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. Monday, February 19, 2024 Washington’s Birthday …

Discover upcoming 3-day and 4-day long weekends in the USA for 2024. Plan your vacations with our guide to maximize your leisure time. Explore now!

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5 days ago · All set to welcome 2026? Here’s the full list of holidays, long weekends and festivals to help you plan your year ahead.