New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Connecticut, United States 2026
9Long weekends
3Bridge days
39Total days off
3Vacation days to take
Take 3 vacation days this year and enjoy 39 days off in total.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Jan 17 – 19
3days off
Sat17·
Sun18·
Mon19★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Lincoln's Birthday
Feb 12 – 15
4days off
Thu12★
Fri13↓ off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Washington's Birthday
Feb 14 – 16
3days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 5
3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Good Friday
Apr 3 – 5
3days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Memorial Day
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Juneteenth National Independence Day
Jun 19 – 21
3days off
Fri19★
Sat20·
Sun21·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Labor Day
Sep 5 – 7
3days off
Sat5·
Sun6·
Mon7★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Columbus Day
Oct 10 – 12
3days off
Sat10·
Sun11·
Mon12★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Thanksgiving Day
Nov 26 – 29
4days off
Thu26★
Fri27↓ off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in United States?
A long weekend in United States occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in United States in 2026?
In 2026, United States has 12 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in United States in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in United States depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.