How Many Days Until Martin Luther King Jr. Day?
That's 15 weeks and 3 days
There are 108 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027. That is 15 weeks and 3 days — roughly 3.5 months, or 2,592 hours.
Counted from today (not including today). This page updates automatically — last rebuilt October 2, 2026.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated the third Monday of January. See the January 18th countdown for facts and history about the date itself.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Dates for the Next 6 Years
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | January 18, 2027 | Monday |
| 2028 | January 17, 2028 | Monday |
| 2029 | January 15, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 21, 2030 | Monday |
| 2031 | January 20, 2031 | Monday |
| 2032 | January 19, 2032 | Monday |
About Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. federal holiday honoring the civil rights leader, held on the third Monday of January — close to his January 15 birthday. It is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service.
Interesting Facts About Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Martin Luther King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Georgia.
President Ronald Reagan signed the holiday into law in 1983, and it was first observed nationally in 1986.
By 2000, all 50 states officially observed the holiday.
Congress designated the day a national day of service in 1994.
Because it is the third Monday of January, the holiday always falls between January 15 and January 21.
How People Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Volunteering in local service projects
Attending marches, memorial services, and community events
Reading or listening to the "I Have a Dream" speech
Visiting civil rights museums and historical sites
Teaching children about the civil rights movement
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
As of October 2, 2026, there are 108 days until Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 18, 2027 — that's 15 weeks and 3 days. The countdown at the top of this page updates live.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 is on Monday, January 18, 2027.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2028?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2028 is on Monday, January 17, 2028.
How is the date of Martin Luther King Jr. Day determined?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is celebrated the third Monday of January, so the calendar date changes every year.