Veterans Day (United States) 2026
A US federal holiday honouring everyone who has served in the United States armed forces.
Quick facts
- Date
- November 11
- Day of the week
- Wednesday in 2026
- Type
- National
- Observed in
- USA
- First observed
- 1919 as Armistice Day; renamed 1954
- Public holiday
- Federal holiday
- Hashtag
- #VeteransDay
Overview
Veterans Day, on November 11, honours all who served in the US military, living or dead. It differs from Memorial Day in May, which remembers those who died in service.
History
It began as Armistice Day in 1919, marking the end of the First World War. In 1954 Congress renamed it Veterans Day to honour veterans of all wars.
How to celebrate
Thank a veteran
Reach out to veterans in your family or community.
Attend a ceremony
Many towns hold parades and wreath-laying events.
Support veterans' groups
Volunteer or donate to organisations that help veterans.
Wishes and messages
Greeting card
A 1080 × 1080 image, ready for WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram.
Social media captions
Thank you for your service. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay
Veterans Day (United States) dates
| Year | Date | Day of the week | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | November 11 | Wednesday | 9 |
| 2027 | November 11 | Thursday | 374 |
| 2028 | November 11 | Saturday | 740 |
| 2029 | November 11 | Sunday | 1,105 |
| 2030 | November 11 | Monday | 1,470 |
| 2031 | November 11 | Tuesday | 1,835 |
Frequently asked questions
When is Veterans Day?
Every year on November 11.
What is the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
Veterans Day honours everyone who served; Memorial Day, in May, remembers those who died in service.
Last updated November 2, 2026