How Many Days Until Memorial Day?
That's 34 weeks and 3 days
There are 241 days until Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027. That is 34 weeks and 3 days — roughly 7.9 months, or 5,784 hours.
Counted from today (not including today). This page updates automatically — last rebuilt October 2, 2026.
Memorial Day is celebrated the last Monday of May. See the May 31st countdown for facts and history about the date itself.
Memorial Day Dates for the Next 6 Years
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | May 31, 2027 | Monday |
| 2028 | May 29, 2028 | Monday |
| 2029 | May 28, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | May 27, 2030 | Monday |
| 2031 | May 26, 2031 | Monday |
| 2032 | May 31, 2032 | Monday |
About Memorial Day
Memorial Day is the U.S. federal holiday honoring military personnel who died while serving in the armed forces. It is held on the last Monday of May and is widely seen as the unofficial start of summer.
Interesting Facts About Memorial Day
Memorial Day began as Decoration Day after the Civil War; General John A. Logan called for its observance on May 30, 1868.
The Uniform Monday Holiday Act moved Memorial Day to the last Monday of May starting in 1971.
A National Moment of Remembrance asks Americans to pause at 3 p.m. local time.
The flag is flown at half-staff until noon on Memorial Day, then raised to full staff.
Memorial Day honors those who died in service, while Veterans Day honors all who served.
How People Celebrate Memorial Day
Visiting cemeteries and memorials and placing flags on graves
Pausing for the National Moment of Remembrance at 3 p.m.
Watching Memorial Day parades
Wearing a red poppy
Hosting the first cookouts of summer
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until Memorial Day 2027?
As of October 2, 2026, there are 241 days until Memorial Day on Monday, May 31, 2027 — that's 34 weeks and 3 days. The countdown at the top of this page updates live.
When is Memorial Day 2027?
Memorial Day 2027 is on Monday, May 31, 2027.
When is Memorial Day 2028?
Memorial Day 2028 is on Monday, May 29, 2028.
How is the date of Memorial Day determined?
Memorial Day is celebrated the last Monday of May, so the calendar date changes every year.