Even the stock market takes time off. The US’s 2 major markets, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and Nasdaq, halt trading to observe certain holidays throughout the year. Here’s a complete list of stock market holidays and early closures in 2025.
2025 stock market holidays
The NYSE and the Nasdaq will close for either the full day or at 1:00 p.m. ET on the following days.
| Holiday | Date | NYSE | Nasdaq |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Closed | Closed |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | January 20 | Closed | Closed |
| Presidents’ Day | February 17 | Closed | Closed |
| Good Friday | April 18 | Closed | Closed |
| Memorial Day | May 26 | Closed | Closed |
| Juneteenth | June 19 | Closed | Closed |
| Day before Independence Day | July 3 | 1:00 p.m. ET close | 1:00 p.m. ET close |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Closed | Closed |
| Labor Day | September 1 | Closed | Closed |
| Thanksgiving | November 27 | Closed | Closed |
| Day after Thanksgiving | November 28 | 1:00 p.m. ET close | 1:00 p.m. ET close |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | 1:00 p.m. ET close | 1:00 p.m. ET close |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Closed | Closed |
If one of these major holidays falls on a weekend, the stock exchanges generally close on the Friday before or the Monday after. For example, Independence Day falls on a Saturday in 2026, so the NYSE and Nasdaq would likely close for the full day on Friday, July 3, to observe the holiday. In 2027, Independence Day falls on a Sunday, so the markets will likely be closed on Monday, July 5. The “observed” closure typically follows the holiday schedule for federal employees.
Here are some frequently asked questions about when the market is open.
Is the stock market open on Presidents’ Day?
No, the NYSE and Nasdaq are closed on Presidents’ Day, February 17, 2025. The NYSE has also announced it will be closed for Presidents' Day in 2026 and 2027, on February 16 and February 15, respectively.
Is the stock market open on Good Friday?
No, in 2025 the NYSE and Nasdaq are closed on Good Friday, April 18. Although the Nasdaq hasn’t released its official holiday schedule beyond 2025, the NYSE has announced it will be closed for Good Friday on April 3, 2026, and on March 26, 2027.
Is the stock market open on Juneteenth?
No, the NYSE and Nasdaq will both be closed on Juneteenth, June 19, 2025. Both major stock exchanges closed for the holiday for the first time in 2022, after Juneteenth was designated as a federal holiday in 2021. The NYSE has already announced it will be closed on Juneteenth in 2026, on June 19, and will observe the holiday on June 18 in 2027 because June 19 falls on a Saturday that year.
Is the stock market open on Veterans Day?
Yes, stock markets are open on Veterans Day in 2025. Bond markets and banks, however, are typically closed on Veterans Day.
Is the stock market open on Black Friday?
The NYSE and Nasdaq are open on Black Friday (the day after Thanksgiving) in 2025, but both markets will close at 1:00 p.m. ET. The NYSE has confirmed early closures on Black Friday in 2026 and 2027.
Are there other days the stock market may be closed?
Occasionally, stock markets have closed unexpectedly for national tragedies, natural disasters, and days of mourning. For instance, the stock markets closed on January 9, 2025, to observe the national day of mourning honoring former US president Jimmy Carter after his death. Markets could close for celebrations too. In July 1969, the stock markets shut to mark the first manned moon landing.
On what days does the stock market close early?
The stock markets close at 1:00 p.m. ET on a few days throughout the year. In 2025, the NYSE and Nasdaq will close early on the day before Independence Day, July 3, the day after Thanksgiving (aka Black Friday), November 28, and Christmas Eve, December 24.
What’s the difference between stock market holidays and bank holidays?
While banks and stock exchanges close for many of the same holidays, there are some differences between their schedules. For example, banks are typically closed on Veterans Day (November 11, 2025), but the NYSE and Nasdaq stay open those days. A bank holiday just indicates federal banks are closed. Many private banks also take the day off, but some banks may stay open on these holidays.
When is the stock market open?
When it’s not one of the holidays the NYSE and Nasdaq are closed, stock market hours typically are from 9:30 a.m. ET to 4:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. Keep in mind that stock exchanges could extend or reduce their trading hours as they deem necessary.
What happens if I try to buy or sell investments when the market is closed?
Even though you can place brokerage orders when markets are closed, your order wouldn't go through until the stock market reopens. And the share price can change between when you want to place your trade and when it settles. At Fidelity, trades outside market hours for the standard session must be made as shares rather than dollar amounts. When placing the order, you must enter a share quantity estimated to cost less than 95% of the cash you have available to trade with.