Los Angeles, California Civic Calendar — 2026

Federal holidays, state holidays, school year, election dates, and local civic events tracked by The Los Angeles.

Jan 1, 2026
New Year's Day
PublicHoliday
Jan 19, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
PublicHoliday
Feb 16, 2026
Presidents' Day
PublicHoliday
Mar 8, 2026
Daylight Saving Time begins
Event
Mar 11, 2026
ASICS Los Angeles Marathon

The Los Angeles Marathon draws more than 25,000 runners each March on its 26.2-mile course from Dodger Stadium through Hollywood and Rodeo Drive to Century City. Held at Dodger Stadium to Century City (Stadium to the Stars course).

SportsEvent
Mar 31, 2026
Cesar Chavez Day

California state holiday honoring the labor leader and civil-rights activist.

PublicHoliday
Apr 15, 2026
Tax Day (federal income tax filing deadline)

Federal income tax returns due. Extensions filable via Form 4868.

Event
Apr 25, 2026
Fiesta Broadway

Fiesta Broadway is held in late April in Downtown LA and is billed as the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the United States, featuring live music, food and family activities. Held at Broadway between 1st and 4th Street, Downtown Los Angeles.

Festival
May 25, 2026
Memorial Day
PublicHoliday
Jun 4, 2026
Grand Performances Free Summer Concert Series

Grand Performances presents free, outdoor, all-ages concerts at California Plaza in Downtown LA each summer, with the season opening in early June and running through late August. Held at California Plaza, Downtown Los Angeles.

Festival
Jun 19, 2026
Juneteenth
PublicHoliday
Jul 4, 2026
Independence Day
PublicHoliday
Jul 4, 2026
Grand Park 4th of July Block Party

Grand Park's 4th of July Block Party is Downtown LA's largest free Fourth of July celebration, with live music and a fireworks show. Held at Gloria Molina Grand Park, Downtown Los Angeles.

Event
Aug 17, 2026
California public schools start

Most California school districts begin the academic year in mid-August.

Event
Aug 18, 2026
Nisei Week Grand Parade

The Nisei Week Grand Parade is held in mid-August in the historic Little Tokyo district, celebrating Japanese American culture as one of the city's longest-running ethnic festivals. Held at Little Tokyo, Downtown Los Angeles.

Festival
Sep 7, 2026
Labor Day
PublicHoliday
Sep 9, 2026
California Admission Day

Marks California's 1850 admission as the 31st state.

PublicHoliday
Oct 12, 2026
Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day
PublicHoliday
Nov 1, 2026
Daylight Saving Time ends
Event
Nov 3, 2026
Election Day

General election day in even-numbered years.

Event
Nov 11, 2026
Veterans Day
PublicHoliday
Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving Day
PublicHoliday
Dec 25, 2026
Christmas Day
PublicHoliday

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About this calendar

This calendar combines federal holidays, state-specific observances for CA, civic recurring events (Tax Day, Election Day, DST), and seasonal events that affect Los Angeles, California residents. It is updated annually as official dates are confirmed.

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