Step by step
- Choose Between two dates or Add business days in the calculator on this page.
- Select your dates or enter the start date and number of business days.
- Under Holidays, pick United States, Brazil, Mexico, or No holidays if you want to count all weekdays.
- Tick Also skip optional days off if your workplace observes them, then read the skipped holidays list.
At a glance
| Day type | Skipped by default? | How it works |
|---|---|---|
| US federal holidays (11 days) | Yes | Observed on Friday if Saturday, Monday if Sunday |
| Optional days off | No | Skipped only if you tick Also skip optional days off |
| No holidays selected | None skipped | Counts all Monday–Friday weekdays |
| State or local holidays | No | Subtract manually if your area observes them |
Related questions
How do I calculate business days without skipping holidays?
Select No holidays in the Holidays dropdown. The calculator will skip weekends only and count every weekday.
Which US holidays are skipped?
All 11 US federal holidays are skipped, including New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Are Good Friday or Easter federal holidays in the US?
No, Good Friday is not a US federal holiday, though some states and financial markets close.
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Updated November 14, 2026.