Stock Market Holidays 2026-2027
Global trading calendar for NYSE, NASDAQ, LSE, TSE and all major stock exchanges. Find market closures, early closes, and forex trading hours.
Upcoming Market Closures
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Monday, January 19, 2026
US stock markets closed for MLK Day
Presidents Day
Monday, February 16, 2026
US stock markets closed for Presidents Day
Good Friday
Friday, April 3, 2026
Major global markets closed for Good Friday
Good Friday
Friday, April 3, 2026
London Stock Exchange closed for Good Friday
Easter Monday
Monday, April 6, 2026
London Stock Exchange closed for Easter Monday
Major Exchange Trading Hours
All Exchange Holidays 2026
NYSE
New York Stock Exchange
NASDAQ
NASDAQ Stock Market
LSE
London Stock Exchange
XETRA
Frankfurt Stock Exchange
HKEX
Hong Kong Stock Exchange
TSE
Tokyo Stock Exchange
SSE
Shanghai Stock Exchange
Special Trading Hours & Notes
Half-Day Schedules
After-Hours Trading
US Markets Extended Hours
Pre-market: 4:00 AM - 9:30 AM ET
After-hours: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET
European Markets
Pre-trading: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM CET
Post-trading: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM CET
Note: Extended hours have limited liquidity and wider spreads
Forex Market Hours
24/5 Trading Schedule
Major Trading Sessions
Note: Forex markets are closed only on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Some brokers may have reduced hours or wider spreads during major holidays.
Cryptocurrency Markets
Unlike traditional markets, cryptocurrency exchanges operate 24/7/365
Note: While exchanges are always open, liquidity may vary during traditional market holidays
Understanding Stock Market Holidays
Stock markets around the world observe various holidays throughout the year, during which trading is suspended. These closures can significantly impact trading strategies, settlement dates, and international business operations.
Why Market Holidays Matter
- Trading Strategies: Positions must be managed before market closures
- Settlement Delays: Trades may settle later due to holidays
- Volatility: Markets often see increased activity before long weekends
- Global Impact: One market's closure can affect others
Types of Market Closures
Not all market closures are the same. Full-day closures mean no trading occurs, while half-day schedules typically see markets close early (often at 1:00 PM local time). Some markets also have special pre-holiday trading sessions with modified hours.
Planning Around Market Holidays
Traders and investors should always check the holiday calendar before placing orders or expecting settlements. Consider using our business days calculator to plan around market closures.