January 17 Holidays & Observances
1 holiday observed on January 17 in the 2026–2030 window.
Floating holidays on January 17
These observances only land on January 17 in certain years.
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | — | — | Jan 17 · Mon | — | — |
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January calendar →January 17 — quick answers
- How many holidays fall on January 17?
- In the 2026–2030 window, 1 holiday and observance falls on January 17: Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
- What is celebrated on January 17?
- January 17 is home to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Each one has its own page with history and a live countdown.
- Are any January 17 holidays public holidays?
- Yes — Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed as a US federal holiday.