Numerous religious, civil, cultural, and personal observances are marked with a special image and message on Off on a Tangent. Generally, these include:
- Religious observances in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington
- Holy Days of Obligation
- Days of Fasting and Abstinence
- Principal celebrations and other solemnities
- Other selected observances
- Civil observances in Loudoun County, Virginia
- United States federal holidays
- Commonwealth of Virginia holidays
- Loudoun County holidays
- Other selected observances
- Personal, family, and cultural observances
- One-off observances declared by religious and civil authorities
Observances may be excluded if they commemorate morally objectionable people or events. Observance images are from public domain or royalty free sources, used under the “fair use” doctrine, or used with permission, as described on the copyright attribution page.
The following observances are currently scheduled (subject to change).
January 1, 2023: Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ and, thus, of God.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 2, 2023: New Year’s Day (Observed)
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2023!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
January 4, 2023: Memorial of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Remembering the educator, convert, and first American-born canonized saint.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
January 8, 2023: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Celebrating the visit of the Three Wise Men and the revelation of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 16, 2023: Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Rev. Dr. King, the civil rights movement, and racial equality.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 22, 2023: Chinese New Year (農曆新年)
Celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Water Rabbit. 恭喜發財!
Cultural Observance
January 23, 2023: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Celebrating the dignity of every person from conception. Every life matters.
Catholic Observance
January 23, 2023 to January 26, 2023: Monterey Park Shooting Memorial
Honoring the memory of the victims of the recent Monterey Park, California, shooting.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
January 31, 2023: Jimmie Massie III Memorial
Honoring the memory of former Delegate Jimmie Massie III (R-VA 72nd).
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
February 1, 2023: National Freedom Day
Celebrating the 13th Amendment and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Observance
February 20, 2023: Washington’s Birthday
Celebrating George Washington, one of the founders and the first U.S. President.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. George Washington Day)
February 20, 2023: Presidents Day
Celebrating those who have served as President of the United States.
Loudoun County Holiday
February 22, 2023: Ash Wednesday
Beginning the season of Lent. “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Violet
March 13, 2023: Rocky Shane Wood Memorial
Honoring the memory of Rocky Shane Wood, firefighter, killed in the line of duty.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
March 18, 2023: Tommy Lee DeRamus Sr. Memorial
Honoring the memory of Tommy Lee DeRamus Sr., Montford Point Marine.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
March 20, 2023: Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Celebrating Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and stepfather of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 25, 2023: Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Celebrating the announcement of Christ to Mary by the Angel Gabriel.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 27, 2023 to March 31, 2023: Nashville Shooting Memorial
Honoring the memory of the victims of the recent school shooting in Nashville, Tennessee.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
April 2, 2023: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, anticipating his passion and death.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
April 4, 2023: Memorial of Saint Isidore
Remembering Isidore of Seville, teacher, bishop, and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
April 6, 2023: Thursday of Holy Week
Remembering Jesus’s last supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday)
April 7, 2023: Friday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Christ’s suffering and death on the cross in remittance of our sins.
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Red
(a.k.a. Good Friday)
April 8, 2023: Holy Saturday
Remembering Christ in the tomb and the silence before resurrection glory.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Violet
April 9, 2023: Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord
Celebrating Easter, Christ’s triumph over death and sin. He is risen!
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Easter)
April 11, 2023: My Confirmation Day
Celebrating Confirmation, the sign and seal of the Holy Spirit.
Personal Observance
April 13, 2023: Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday
Honoring Jefferson, founder, author of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. Federal Observance
April 16, 2023: Virginia Tech Shooting Memorial
Honoring the memory of the victims of the 2007 Virginia Tech shooting.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
May 3, 2023: Polish Constitution Day
Celebrating the 1791 Polish constitution and Polish culture and history.
Cultural Observance
May 4, 2023: National Day of Prayer
Turning to God in prayer, fasting, and meditation for our nation and the world.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
May 7, 2023: National Fallen Firefighters Memorial
Remembering those firefighters who have given their lives in service of the community.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset
May 7, 2023 to May 11, 2023: Allen, Texas, Shooting Memorial
Honoring the memory of the victims of the recent shooting in Allen, Texas.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset
May 9, 2023: Fentanyl Victims’ Memorial
Remembering all those who have lost their lives due to fentanyl poisoning.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
May 15, 2023: Peace Officers Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in law enforcement service.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
May 21, 2023: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Celebrating the ascent of Christ, body and soul, to the father’s side in heaven.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
May 28, 2023: Solemnity of Pentecost
Commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the church.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Red
May 28, 2023: My Wedding Anniversary
Honoring my marriage and the inviolable Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
Personal Observance
May 29, 2023: Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in United States military service.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to noon
May 31, 2023: Virginia Beach Shooting Memorial
Honoring the victims of the 2019 shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center.
Special Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff in Virginia from sunrise to sunset
June 4, 2023: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Celebrating the Trinity, one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 11, 2023: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Celebrating Christ’s sacrifice and the Holy Eucharist.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Corpus Christi or Body of Christ)
June 14, 2023: Flag Day
Celebrating the American flag as a timeless symbol of freedom and liberty.
U.S. Federal Observance
June 16, 2023: Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Celebrating Christ’s Sacred Heart, a symbol of his love for all people.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 19, 2023: Juneteenth National Independence Day
Celebrating the emancipation and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Juneteenth)
June 24, 2023: Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Celebrating the birth of John the Baptist, holy precursor of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 29, 2023: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Celebrating Peter, apostle and first pope, and Paul, apostle and scripture writer.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
July 4, 2023: Independence Day
Celebrating U.S. independence from England as declared on July 4, 1776.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
July 12, 2023: Memorial of Saint Veronica
Remembering Veronica and the miraculous image of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 13, 2023: Memorial of Blessed Michael J. McGivney
Remembering the defender of the needy and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 14, 2023: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Remembering the priest and martyr of charity who offered up his life for another.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
August 15, 2023: Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
Celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven by the power of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
September 4, 2023: Labor Day
Celebrating laborers’ essential contributions to American prosperity.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
September 11, 2023: Patriot Day
Remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, Islamist terrorist attacks.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
September 16, 2023: Mayflower Day
Remembering the Mayflower pilgrims’ 1620 arrival in Massachusetts.
Cultural Observance
September 17, 2023: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution and citizens by birth or naturalization.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
September 29, 2023: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)
Celebrating the mid-autumn, a time of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Cultural Observance
October 1, 2023: Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Honoring the faith of the “little flower,” virgin and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 9, 2023: Columbus Day
Honoring Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the Americas.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. Columbus Day & Yorktown Victory Day)
October 9, 2023: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Loudoun County Holiday
October 9, 2023: Leif Erikson Day
Honoring Leif Erikson, explorer and first known European to discover America.
U.S. Federal Observance
October 12, 2023: Memorial of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Honoring the first “millennial” saint and patron of website development.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 19, 2023: Yorktown Day
Celebrating the U.S. victory over the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
Virginia State Observance
October 28, 2023: Feast of Saints Simon and Jude
Honoring Simon, apostle, and Jude, apostle and patron saint of lost causes.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
October 28, 2023: My Birthday
Today is the anniversary of my birth. Hooray. Three cheers.
Personal Observance
November 1, 2023: Solemnity of All Saints
Honoring all of the known and unknown saints who have gone to glory before us.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
November 7, 2023: Election Day
Go vote (if you are eligible). Today is election day in the United States.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. Federal Observance
November 10, 2023: Veterans Day (Observed)
Celebrating all those who served honorably in the United States armed forces.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 23, 2023: Thanksgiving Day
Giving thanks to God for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 24, 2023: Day After Thanksgiving
Continuing to give thanks for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 26, 2023: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating Christ’s kingship and his dominion over the whole universe.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christ the King)
December 3, 2023: First Sunday of Advent
Beginning a season of penance in preparation for the coming of Christ.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Violet
December 7, 2023: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remembering the December 7, 1941, Imperial Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
December 8, 2023: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Celebrating God’s preservation of the Blessed Virgin Mary from original sin.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
December 12, 2023: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebrating the image of Mary revealed on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City, Mexico.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
December 15, 2023: Bill of Rights Day
Celebrating the U.S. Bill of Rights, human rights, and limited government.
Virginia State Observance
December 20, 2023: My Baptism Day
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, rebirth into new life as a Christian.
Personal Observance
December 25, 2023: Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christmas)
December 25, 2023: Christmas Day
Celebrating the cultural and religious Christmas holiday.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 31, 2023: New Year’s Eve
Commemorating the end of 2023 and looking forward to a new year.
Cultural Observance
January 1, 2024: Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ and, thus, of God.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 1, 2024: New Year’s Day
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2024!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
January 4, 2024: Memorial of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Remembering the educator, convert, and first American-born canonized saint.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
January 7, 2024: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Celebrating the visit of the Three Wise Men and the revelation of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 15, 2024: Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Rev. Dr. King, the civil rights movement, and racial equality.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 22, 2024: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Celebrating the dignity of every person from conception. Every life matters.
Catholic Observance
February 1, 2024: National Freedom Day
Celebrating the 13th Amendment and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Observance
February 10, 2024: Chinese New Year (農曆新年)
Celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Wood Dragon. 恭喜發財!
Cultural Observance
February 14, 2024: Ash Wednesday
Beginning the season of Lent. “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Violet
February 19, 2024: Washington’s Birthday
Celebrating George Washington, one of the founders and the first U.S. President.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. George Washington Day)
February 19, 2024: Presidents Day
Celebrating those who have served as President of the United States.
Loudoun County Holiday
March 19, 2024: Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Celebrating Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and stepfather of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 24, 2024: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, anticipating his passion and death.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
March 25, 2024: Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Celebrating the announcement of Christ to Mary by the Angel Gabriel.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 28, 2024: Thursday of Holy Week
Remembering Jesus’s last supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday)
March 29, 2024: Friday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Christ’s suffering and death on the cross in remittance of our sins.
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Red
(a.k.a. Good Friday)
March 30, 2024: Holy Saturday
Remembering Christ in the tomb and the silence before resurrection glory.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Violet
March 31, 2024: Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord
Celebrating Easter, Christ’s triumph over death and sin. He is risen!
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Easter)
April 4, 2024: Memorial of Saint Isidore
Remembering Isidore of Seville, teacher, bishop, and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
April 11, 2024: My Confirmation Day
Celebrating Confirmation, the sign and seal of the Holy Spirit.
Personal Observance
April 13, 2024: Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday
Honoring Jefferson, founder, author of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. Federal Observance
May 2, 2024: National Day of Prayer
Turning to God in prayer, fasting, and meditation for our nation and the world.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
May 3, 2024: Polish Constitution Day
Celebrating the 1791 Polish constitution and Polish culture and history.
Cultural Observance
May 12, 2024: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Celebrating the ascent of Christ, body and soul, to the father’s side in heaven.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
May 15, 2024: Peace Officers Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in law enforcement service.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
May 19, 2024: Solemnity of Pentecost
Commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the church.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Red
May 26, 2024: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Celebrating the Trinity, one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
May 27, 2024: Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in United States military service.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to noon
May 28, 2024: My Wedding Anniversary
Honoring my marriage and the inviolable Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
Personal Observance
June 2, 2024: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Celebrating Christ’s sacrifice and the Holy Eucharist.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Corpus Christi or Body of Christ)
June 7, 2024: Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Celebrating Christ’s Sacred Heart, a symbol of his love for all people.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 14, 2024: Flag Day
Celebrating the American flag as a timeless symbol of freedom and liberty.
U.S. Federal Observance
June 19, 2024: Juneteenth National Independence Day
Celebrating the emancipation and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Juneteenth)
June 24, 2024: Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Celebrating the birth of John the Baptist, holy precursor of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 29, 2024: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Celebrating Peter, apostle and first pope, and Paul, apostle and scripture writer.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
July 4, 2024: Independence Day
Celebrating U.S. independence from England as declared on July 4, 1776.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
July 12, 2024: Memorial of Saint Veronica
Remembering Veronica and the miraculous image of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 13, 2024: Memorial of Blessed Michael J. McGivney
Remembering the defender of the needy and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 14, 2024: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Remembering the priest and martyr of charity who offered up his life for another.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
August 15, 2024: Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
Celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven by the power of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
September 2, 2024: Labor Day
Celebrating laborers’ essential contributions to American prosperity.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
September 11, 2024: Patriot Day
Remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, Islamist terrorist attacks.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
September 16, 2024: Mayflower Day
Remembering the Mayflower pilgrims’ 1620 arrival in Massachusetts.
Cultural Observance
September 17, 2024: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution and citizens by birth or naturalization.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
September 18, 2024: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)
Celebrating the mid-autumn, a time of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Cultural Observance
October 1, 2024: Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Honoring the faith of the “little flower,” virgin and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 9, 2024: Leif Erikson Day
Honoring Leif Erikson, explorer and first known European to discover America.
U.S. Federal Observance
October 12, 2024: Memorial of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Honoring the first “millennial” saint and patron of website development.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 14, 2024: Columbus Day
Honoring Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the Americas.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. Columbus Day & Yorktown Victory Day)
October 14, 2024: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Loudoun County Holiday
October 19, 2024: Yorktown Day
Celebrating the U.S. victory over the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
Virginia State Observance
October 28, 2024: Feast of Saints Simon and Jude
Honoring Simon, apostle, and Jude, apostle and patron saint of lost causes.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
October 28, 2024: My Birthday
Today is the anniversary of my birth. Hooray. Three cheers.
Personal Observance
November 1, 2024: Solemnity of All Saints
Honoring all of the known and unknown saints who have gone to glory before us.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
November 5, 2024: Election Day
Go vote (if you are eligible). Today is election day in the United States.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. Federal Observance
November 11, 2024: Veterans Day
Celebrating all those who served honorably in the United States armed forces.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 24, 2024: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating Christ’s kingship and his dominion over the whole universe.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christ the King)
November 28, 2024: Thanksgiving Day
Giving thanks to God for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 29, 2024: Day After Thanksgiving
Continuing to give thanks for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 1, 2024: First Sunday of Advent
Beginning a season of penance in preparation for the coming of Christ.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Violet
December 7, 2024: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remembering the December 7, 1941, Imperial Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
December 8, 2024: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Celebrating God’s preservation of the Blessed Virgin Mary from original sin.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
December 12, 2024: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebrating the image of Mary revealed on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City, Mexico.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
December 15, 2024: Bill of Rights Day
Celebrating the U.S. Bill of Rights, human rights, and limited government.
Virginia State Observance
December 20, 2024: My Baptism Day
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, rebirth into new life as a Christian.
Personal Observance
December 25, 2024: Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christmas)
December 25, 2024: Christmas Day
Celebrating the cultural and religious Christmas holiday.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 31, 2024: New Year’s Eve
Commemorating the end of 2024 and looking forward to a new year.
Cultural Observance
January 1, 2025: Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ and, thus, of God.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
January 1, 2025: New Year’s Day
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2025!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
January 4, 2025: Memorial of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Remembering the educator, convert, and first American-born canonized saint.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
January 5, 2025: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Celebrating the visit of the Three Wise Men and the revelation of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 20, 2025: Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Rev. Dr. King, the civil rights movement, and racial equality.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 22, 2025: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Celebrating the dignity of every person from conception. Every life matters.
Catholic Observance
January 29, 2025: Chinese New Year (農曆新年)
Celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Wood Snake. 恭喜發財!
Cultural Observance
February 1, 2025: National Freedom Day
Celebrating the 13th Amendment and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Observance
February 17, 2025: Washington’s Birthday
Celebrating George Washington, one of the founders and the first U.S. President.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. George Washington Day)
February 17, 2025: Presidents Day
Celebrating those who have served as President of the United States.
Loudoun County Holiday
March 5, 2025: Ash Wednesday
Beginning the season of Lent. “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Violet
March 19, 2025: Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Celebrating Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and stepfather of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 25, 2025: Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Celebrating the announcement of Christ to Mary by the Angel Gabriel.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
April 4, 2025: Memorial of Saint Isidore
Remembering Isidore of Seville, teacher, bishop, and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
April 11, 2025: My Confirmation Day
Celebrating Confirmation, the sign and seal of the Holy Spirit.
Personal Observance
April 13, 2025: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, anticipating his passion and death.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
April 13, 2025: Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday
Honoring Jefferson, founder, author of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. Federal Observance
April 17, 2025: Thursday of Holy Week
Remembering Jesus’s last supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday)
April 18, 2025: Friday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Christ’s suffering and death on the cross in remittance of our sins.
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Red
(a.k.a. Good Friday)
April 19, 2025: Holy Saturday
Remembering Christ in the tomb and the silence before resurrection glory.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Violet
April 20, 2025: Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord
Celebrating Easter, Christ’s triumph over death and sin. He is risen!
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Easter)
May 1, 2025: National Day of Prayer
Turning to God in prayer, fasting, and meditation for our nation and the world.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
May 3, 2025: Polish Constitution Day
Celebrating the 1791 Polish constitution and Polish culture and history.
Cultural Observance
May 15, 2025: Peace Officers Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in law enforcement service.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
May 26, 2025: Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in United States military service.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to noon
May 28, 2025: My Wedding Anniversary
Honoring my marriage and the inviolable Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
Personal Observance
June 1, 2025: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Celebrating the ascent of Christ, body and soul, to the father’s side in heaven.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
June 8, 2025: Solemnity of Pentecost
Commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the church.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Red
June 14, 2025: Flag Day
Celebrating the American flag as a timeless symbol of freedom and liberty.
U.S. Federal Observance
June 15, 2025: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Celebrating the Trinity, one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 19, 2025: Juneteenth National Independence Day
Celebrating the emancipation and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Juneteenth)
June 22, 2025: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Celebrating Christ’s sacrifice and the Holy Eucharist.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Corpus Christi or Body of Christ)
June 24, 2025: Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Celebrating the birth of John the Baptist, holy precursor of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 27, 2025: Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Celebrating Christ’s Sacred Heart, a symbol of his love for all people.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 29, 2025: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Celebrating Peter, apostle and first pope, and Paul, apostle and scripture writer.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
July 4, 2025: Independence Day
Celebrating U.S. independence from England as declared on July 4, 1776.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
July 12, 2025: Memorial of Saint Veronica
Remembering Veronica and the miraculous image of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 13, 2025: Memorial of Blessed Michael J. McGivney
Remembering the defender of the needy and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 14, 2025: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Remembering the priest and martyr of charity who offered up his life for another.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
August 15, 2025: Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
Celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven by the power of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
September 1, 2025: Labor Day
Celebrating laborers’ essential contributions to American prosperity.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
September 8, 2025: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)
Celebrating the mid-autumn, a time of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Cultural Observance
September 11, 2025: Patriot Day
Remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, Islamist terrorist attacks.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
September 16, 2025: Mayflower Day
Remembering the Mayflower pilgrims’ 1620 arrival in Massachusetts.
Cultural Observance
September 17, 2025: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution and citizens by birth or naturalization.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
October 1, 2025: Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Honoring the faith of the “little flower,” virgin and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 9, 2025: Leif Erikson Day
Honoring Leif Erikson, explorer and first known European to discover America.
U.S. Federal Observance
October 12, 2025: Memorial of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Honoring the first “millennial” saint and patron of website development.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 13, 2025: Columbus Day
Honoring Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the Americas.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. Columbus Day & Yorktown Victory Day)
October 13, 2025: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Loudoun County Holiday
October 19, 2025: Yorktown Day
Celebrating the U.S. victory over the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
Virginia State Observance
October 28, 2025: Feast of Saints Simon and Jude
Honoring Simon, apostle, and Jude, apostle and patron saint of lost causes.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
October 28, 2025: My Birthday
Today is the anniversary of my birth. Hooray. Three cheers.
Personal Observance
November 1, 2025: Solemnity of All Saints
Honoring all of the known and unknown saints who have gone to glory before us.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
November 4, 2025: Election Day
Go vote (if you are eligible). Today is election day in the United States.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. Federal Observance
November 11, 2025: Veterans Day
Celebrating all those who served honorably in the United States armed forces.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 23, 2025: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating Christ’s kingship and his dominion over the whole universe.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christ the King)
November 27, 2025: Thanksgiving Day
Giving thanks to God for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 28, 2025: Day After Thanksgiving
Continuing to give thanks for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 30, 2025: First Sunday of Advent
Beginning a season of penance in preparation for the coming of Christ.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Violet
December 7, 2025: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remembering the December 7, 1941, Imperial Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
December 8, 2025: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Celebrating God’s preservation of the Blessed Virgin Mary from original sin.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
December 12, 2025: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebrating the image of Mary revealed on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City, Mexico.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
December 15, 2025: Bill of Rights Day
Celebrating the U.S. Bill of Rights, human rights, and limited government.
Virginia State Observance
December 20, 2025: My Baptism Day
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, rebirth into new life as a Christian.
Personal Observance
December 25, 2025: Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christmas)
December 25, 2025: Christmas Day
Celebrating the cultural and religious Christmas holiday.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 31, 2025: New Year’s Eve
Commemorating the end of 2025 and looking forward to a new year.
Cultural Observance
January 1, 2026: Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ and, thus, of God.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
January 1, 2026: New Year’s Day
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2026!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
January 4, 2026: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Celebrating the visit of the Three Wise Men and the revelation of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 4, 2026: Memorial of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Remembering the educator, convert, and first American-born canonized saint.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
January 19, 2026: Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Rev. Dr. King, the civil rights movement, and racial equality.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 22, 2026: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Celebrating the dignity of every person from conception. Every life matters.
Catholic Observance
February 1, 2026: National Freedom Day
Celebrating the 13th Amendment and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Observance
February 16, 2026: Washington’s Birthday
Celebrating George Washington, one of the founders and the first U.S. President.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. George Washington Day)
February 16, 2026: Presidents Day
Celebrating those who have served as President of the United States.
Loudoun County Holiday
February 17, 2026: Chinese New Year (農曆新年)
Celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse. 恭喜發財!
Cultural Observance
February 18, 2026: Ash Wednesday
Beginning the season of Lent. “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Violet
March 19, 2026: Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Celebrating Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and stepfather of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 25, 2026: Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Celebrating the announcement of Christ to Mary by the Angel Gabriel.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 29, 2026: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, anticipating his passion and death.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
April 2, 2026: Thursday of Holy Week
Remembering Jesus’s last supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday)
April 3, 2026: Friday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Christ’s suffering and death on the cross in remittance of our sins.
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Red
(a.k.a. Good Friday)
April 4, 2026: Memorial of Saint Isidore
Remembering Isidore of Seville, teacher, bishop, and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
April 4, 2026: Holy Saturday
Remembering Christ in the tomb and the silence before resurrection glory.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Violet
April 5, 2026: Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord
Celebrating Easter, Christ’s triumph over death and sin. He is risen!
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Easter)
April 11, 2026: My Confirmation Day
Celebrating Confirmation, the sign and seal of the Holy Spirit.
Personal Observance
April 13, 2026: Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday
Honoring Jefferson, founder, author of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. Federal Observance
May 3, 2026: Polish Constitution Day
Celebrating the 1791 Polish constitution and Polish culture and history.
Cultural Observance
May 7, 2026: National Day of Prayer
Turning to God in prayer, fasting, and meditation for our nation and the world.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
May 15, 2026: Peace Officers Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in law enforcement service.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
May 17, 2026: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Celebrating the ascent of Christ, body and soul, to the father’s side in heaven.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
May 24, 2026: Solemnity of Pentecost
Commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the church.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Red
May 25, 2026: Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in United States military service.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to noon
May 28, 2026: My Wedding Anniversary
Honoring my marriage and the inviolable Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
Personal Observance
May 31, 2026: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Celebrating the Trinity, one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 7, 2026: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Celebrating Christ’s sacrifice and the Holy Eucharist.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Corpus Christi or Body of Christ)
June 12, 2026: Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Celebrating Christ’s Sacred Heart, a symbol of his love for all people.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 14, 2026: Flag Day
Celebrating the American flag as a timeless symbol of freedom and liberty.
U.S. Federal Observance
June 19, 2026: Juneteenth National Independence Day
Celebrating the emancipation and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Juneteenth)
June 24, 2026: Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Celebrating the birth of John the Baptist, holy precursor of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 29, 2026: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Celebrating Peter, apostle and first pope, and Paul, apostle and scripture writer.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
July 3, 2026: Independence Day (Observed)
Celebrating U.S. independence from England as declared on July 4, 1776.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
July 12, 2026: Memorial of Saint Veronica
Remembering Veronica and the miraculous image of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 13, 2026: Memorial of Blessed Michael J. McGivney
Remembering the defender of the needy and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 14, 2026: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Remembering the priest and martyr of charity who offered up his life for another.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
August 15, 2026: Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
Celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven by the power of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
September 7, 2026: Labor Day
Celebrating laborers’ essential contributions to American prosperity.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
September 11, 2026: Patriot Day
Remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, Islamist terrorist attacks.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
September 16, 2026: Mayflower Day
Remembering the Mayflower pilgrims’ 1620 arrival in Massachusetts.
Cultural Observance
September 17, 2026: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution and citizens by birth or naturalization.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
September 27, 2026: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)
Celebrating the mid-autumn, a time of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Cultural Observance
October 1, 2026: Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Honoring the faith of the “little flower,” virgin and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 9, 2026: Leif Erikson Day
Honoring Leif Erikson, explorer and first known European to discover America.
U.S. Federal Observance
October 12, 2026: Memorial of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Honoring the first “millennial” saint and patron of website development.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 12, 2026: Columbus Day
Honoring Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the Americas.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. Columbus Day & Yorktown Victory Day)
October 12, 2026: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Loudoun County Holiday
October 19, 2026: Yorktown Day
Celebrating the U.S. victory over the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
Virginia State Observance
October 28, 2026: Feast of Saints Simon and Jude
Honoring Simon, apostle, and Jude, apostle and patron saint of lost causes.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
October 28, 2026: My Birthday
Today is the anniversary of my birth. Hooray. Three cheers.
Personal Observance
November 1, 2026: Solemnity of All Saints
Honoring all of the known and unknown saints who have gone to glory before us.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
November 3, 2026: Election Day
Go vote (if you are eligible). Today is election day in the United States.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. Federal Observance
November 11, 2026: Veterans Day
Celebrating all those who served honorably in the United States armed forces.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 22, 2026: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating Christ’s kingship and his dominion over the whole universe.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christ the King)
November 26, 2026: Thanksgiving Day
Giving thanks to God for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 27, 2026: Day After Thanksgiving
Continuing to give thanks for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 29, 2026: First Sunday of Advent
Beginning a season of penance in preparation for the coming of Christ.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Violet
December 7, 2026: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remembering the December 7, 1941, Imperial Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
December 8, 2026: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Celebrating God’s preservation of the Blessed Virgin Mary from original sin.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
December 12, 2026: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebrating the image of Mary revealed on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City, Mexico.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
December 15, 2026: Bill of Rights Day
Celebrating the U.S. Bill of Rights, human rights, and limited government.
Virginia State Observance
December 20, 2026: My Baptism Day
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, rebirth into new life as a Christian.
Personal Observance
December 25, 2026: Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christmas)
December 25, 2026: Christmas Day
Celebrating the cultural and religious Christmas holiday.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 31, 2026: New Year’s Eve
Commemorating the end of 2026 and looking forward to a new year.
Cultural Observance
January 1, 2027: Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God
Celebrating the Blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of Christ and, thus, of God.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
January 1, 2027: New Year’s Day
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2027!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
January 3, 2027: Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
Celebrating the visit of the Three Wise Men and the revelation of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
January 4, 2027: Memorial of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Remembering the educator, convert, and first American-born canonized saint.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
January 18, 2027: Birthday of Martin Luther King Jr.
Celebrating Rev. Dr. King, the civil rights movement, and racial equality.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
January 22, 2027: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children
Celebrating the dignity of every person from conception. Every life matters.
Catholic Observance
February 1, 2027: National Freedom Day
Celebrating the 13th Amendment and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Observance
February 6, 2027: Chinese New Year (農曆新年)
Celebrating the beginning of the Year of the Fire Goat. 恭喜發財!
Cultural Observance
February 10, 2027: Ash Wednesday
Beginning the season of Lent. “You are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Violet
February 15, 2027: Washington’s Birthday
Celebrating George Washington, one of the founders and the first U.S. President.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. George Washington Day)
February 15, 2027: Presidents Day
Celebrating those who have served as President of the United States.
Loudoun County Holiday
March 19, 2027: Solemnity of Saint Joseph
Celebrating Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary and stepfather of Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 21, 2027: Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem, anticipating his passion and death.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
March 25, 2027: Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord
Celebrating the announcement of Christ to Mary by the Angel Gabriel.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
March 25, 2027: Thursday of Holy Week
Remembering Jesus’s last supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday)
March 26, 2027: Friday of the Passion of the Lord
Remembering Christ’s suffering and death on the cross in remittance of our sins.
Catholic Day of Fasting and Abstinence
Liturgical Color: Red
(a.k.a. Good Friday)
March 27, 2027: Holy Saturday
Remembering Christ in the tomb and the silence before resurrection glory.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Violet
March 28, 2027: Solemnity of the Resurrection of the Lord
Celebrating Easter, Christ’s triumph over death and sin. He is risen!
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Easter)
April 4, 2027: Memorial of Saint Isidore
Remembering Isidore of Seville, teacher, bishop, and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
April 11, 2027: My Confirmation Day
Celebrating Confirmation, the sign and seal of the Holy Spirit.
Personal Observance
April 13, 2027: Thomas Jefferson’s Birthday
Honoring Jefferson, founder, author of the Declaration of Independence.
U.S. Federal Observance
May 3, 2027: Polish Constitution Day
Celebrating the 1791 Polish constitution and Polish culture and history.
Cultural Observance
May 6, 2027: National Day of Prayer
Turning to God in prayer, fasting, and meditation for our nation and the world.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
May 9, 2027: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord
Celebrating the ascent of Christ, body and soul, to the father’s side in heaven.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
May 15, 2027: Peace Officers Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in law enforcement service.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
May 16, 2027: Solemnity of Pentecost
Commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles and the church.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Red
May 23, 2027: Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Celebrating the Trinity, one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
May 28, 2027: My Wedding Anniversary
Honoring my marriage and the inviolable Sacrament of Holy Matrimony.
Personal Observance
May 30, 2027: Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Celebrating Christ’s sacrifice and the Holy Eucharist.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Corpus Christi or Body of Christ)
May 31, 2027: Memorial Day
Remembering all those who gave their lives in United States military service.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to noon
June 4, 2027: Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Celebrating Christ’s Sacred Heart, a symbol of his love for all people.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 14, 2027: Flag Day
Celebrating the American flag as a timeless symbol of freedom and liberty.
U.S. Federal Observance
June 18, 2027: Juneteenth National Independence Day (Observed)
Celebrating the emancipation and the end of slavery in the United States.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
(a.k.a. Juneteenth)
June 24, 2027: Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Celebrating the birth of John the Baptist, holy precursor of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
June 29, 2027: Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul
Celebrating Peter, apostle and first pope, and Paul, apostle and scripture writer.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: Red
July 5, 2027: Independence Day (Observed)
Celebrating U.S. independence from England as declared on July 4, 1776.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
July 12, 2027: Memorial of Saint Veronica
Remembering Veronica and the miraculous image of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 13, 2027: Memorial of Blessed Michael J. McGivney
Remembering the defender of the needy and founder of the Knights of Columbus.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
August 14, 2027: Memorial of Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Remembering the priest and martyr of charity who offered up his life for another.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
August 15, 2027: Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
Celebrating Mary’s assumption into heaven by the power of Jesus Christ.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
September 6, 2027: Labor Day
Celebrating laborers’ essential contributions to American prosperity.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
September 11, 2027: Patriot Day
Remembering the victims of the September 11, 2001, Islamist terrorist attacks.
U.S. Federal Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
September 16, 2027: Mayflower Day
Remembering the Mayflower pilgrims’ 1620 arrival in Massachusetts.
Cultural Observance
September 16, 2027: Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節)
Celebrating the mid-autumn, a time of gathering, thanksgiving, and prayer.
Cultural Observance
September 17, 2027: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Celebrating the U.S. Constitution and citizens by birth or naturalization.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
October 1, 2027: Memorial of Saint Therese of the Child Jesus
Honoring the faith of the “little flower,” virgin and doctor of the church.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 9, 2027: Leif Erikson Day
Honoring Leif Erikson, explorer and first known European to discover America.
U.S. Federal Observance
October 11, 2027: Columbus Day
Honoring Christopher Columbus and the European discovery of the Americas.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
(a.k.a. Columbus Day & Yorktown Victory Day)
October 11, 2027: Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Celebrating the indigenous peoples of the Americas.
Loudoun County Holiday
October 12, 2027: Memorial of Blessed Carlo Acutis
Honoring the first “millennial” saint and patron of website development.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
October 19, 2027: Yorktown Day
Celebrating the U.S. victory over the British at the Battle of Yorktown.
Virginia State Observance
October 28, 2027: Feast of Saints Simon and Jude
Honoring Simon, apostle, and Jude, apostle and patron saint of lost causes.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: Red
October 28, 2027: My Birthday
Today is the anniversary of my birth. Hooray. Three cheers.
Personal Observance
November 1, 2027: Solemnity of All Saints
Honoring all of the known and unknown saints who have gone to glory before us.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
November 2, 2027: Election Day
Go vote (if you are eligible). Today is election day in the United States.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
U.S. Federal Observance
November 11, 2027: Veterans Day
Celebrating all those who served honorably in the United States armed forces.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 21, 2027: Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Celebrating Christ’s kingship and his dominion over the whole universe.
Catholic Solemnity
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christ the King)
November 25, 2027: Thanksgiving Day
Giving thanks to God for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 26, 2027: Day After Thanksgiving
Continuing to give thanks for all that we have as individuals and as a nation.
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
November 28, 2027: First Sunday of Advent
Beginning a season of penance in preparation for the coming of Christ.
Principal Catholic Celebration
Liturgical Color: Violet
December 7, 2027: National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Remembering the December 7, 1941, Imperial Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
U.S. Federal Observance
Virginia State Observance
U.S. flag at half-staff nationwide from sunrise to sunset
December 8, 2027: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary
Celebrating God’s preservation of the Blessed Virgin Mary from original sin.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
December 12, 2027: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Celebrating the image of Mary revealed on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City, Mexico.
Catholic Observance
Liturgical Color: White
December 15, 2027: Bill of Rights Day
Celebrating the U.S. Bill of Rights, human rights, and limited government.
Virginia State Observance
December 20, 2027: My Baptism Day
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism, rebirth into new life as a Christian.
Personal Observance
December 24, 2027: Christmas Day (Observed)
Celebrating the cultural and religious Christmas holiday.
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 25, 2027: Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord
Celebrating Christmas, the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Bethlehem.
Catholic Holy Day of Obligation
Liturgical Color: White
(a.k.a. Christmas)
December 31, 2027: New Year’s Day (Observed)
Celebrating the new year. May God bless and keep you in 2028!
U.S. Federal Holiday
Virginia State Holiday
Loudoun County Holiday
December 31, 2027: New Year’s Eve
Commemorating the end of 2027 and looking forward to a new year.
Cultural Observance