Why the U.S. Stock Market is Closed Today First, to clarify the date, today is locally Friday, July 3, 2026. This article covers everything you need to know about 2026 U.S. stock market holidays and what to expect. While the United States officially celebrates Independence Day on July 4th, the holiday falls on a Saturday this year. U.S. market rules dictate that the market observes weekend holidays on the nearest weekday. If a holiday falls on a Sunday, the market closes on the following Monday; if it falls on a Saturday, the market closes on the preceding Friday. Therefore, the stock market closes today (July 3) to observe Independence Day. U.S. Stock Market Holidays (July – December 2026) Here is the schedule for the remaining market closures and early close days for the second half of the year. Full Market Holidays Date (U.S. Local Time)HolidayJuly 3 (Friday)Independence Day (Observed)September 7 (Monday)Labor DayNovember 26 (Thursday)Thanksgiving DayDecember 25 (Friday)Christmas Day Early Close Days On these dates, the U.S. stock markets will close early at 1:00 PM EST. Date (U.S. Local Time)Reason for Early CloseNovember 27 (Friday)Black Friday (Day after Thanksgiving)December 24 (Thursday)Christmas Eve SpaceX IPO Lockup Schedule: Key Expiration Dates for SPCX Rivian Stock Outlook: Wall Street Targets and What Investors Must Know in 2026 ⚠️ Disclaimer The content on this website is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, or professional advice. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Product features, rates, fees, and promotions may change without notice. Always verify information with the relevant financial institution or official source and consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions. Post navigation SpaceX IPO Lockup Schedule: Key Expiration Dates for SPCX Rivian Stock Outlook: Wall Street Targets and What Investors Must Know in 2026
