When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on the third Monday of January. The next one is on Monday, January 18, 2027. As of October 23, 2026, that is 87 days away, or 12 weeks and 3 days. The counter above recalculates from your device's date, so it stays correct after this page was written.
| Occurrence | Date |
|---|---|
| Next | Monday, January 18, 2027 |
| The one after | Monday, January 17, 2028 |
How the countdown works
We count calendar days from today to the holiday, not including today. "Weeks" are full 7-day blocks; the remainder is shown in days. The live line counts hours, minutes and seconds to midnight at the start of Martin Luther King Jr. Day in your local time.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
As of October 23, 2026, there are 87 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027. The live counter on this page always shows the current number.
How many weeks until Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
12 weeks and 3 days, counted from October 23, 2026.
What day of the week is Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
The next Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on a Monday (Monday, January 18, 2027).
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day the year after?
Monday, January 17, 2028.