Although Alabama celebrates all Alabama State Holidays like federal holidays, there are some unique holidays in the state as well. On these days, all state offices are closed. Two unique holidays celebrated in Alabama include Confederate Memorial Day, celebrated on the fourth Monday in April, and Jefferson Davis’ birthday, celebrated on the first Monday in June in Alabama.
Alabama State Holidays
The Alabama also recognizes Robert E. Lee’s birthday on the same day as Martin Luther King Jr.’s on the third Monday in January as well as the birthday of Thomas Jefferson on the same day as George Washington's on the third Monday in February in Alabama State. In addition, the second Monday in October celebrated as Columbus Day for most of the country, is also recognized as Fraternal Day and American Indian Heritage Day.
These holidays are observed by Alabama state government offices, schools, and many businesses across the state. Here are some of the major holidays celebrated in Alabama: These holidays are observed by Alabama state government offices, schools, and many businesses across the state. Here are some of the major holidays celebrated in Alabama:
- New Year's Day in Alabama - January 1
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Alabama - Third Monday in January
- George Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day) in Alabama - Third Monday in February
- Memorial Day in Alabama - Last Monday in May
- Independence Day in Alabama - July 4
- Labor Day in Alabama - First Monday in September
- Columbus Day in Alabama - Second Monday in October
- Veterans Day in Alabama - November 11
- Thanksgiving Day in Alabama - Fourth Thursday in November
- Christmas Day in Alabama - December 25
Please note that there might be additional holidays or variations in observed Alabama holidays depending on local jurisdictions or employers' policies. It's always a good idea to check with specific Alabama organizations or Alabama state agencies for the most up-to-date holiday schedule.
Mardi Gras is celebrated in Mobile and Baldwin Counties with Alabama state and Alabama county offices closed on that day. Alabama State employees who live outside these two counties are provided one additional personal day per year in lieu of paid time off on Mardi Gras.
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