Labor Day 2026 and the next 12 months of Prevailing Wage recognized Holidays

Labor Day 2026 is Monday, September 7 — and under California prevailing wage law, work performed on a legally recognized holiday generally earns a premium rate, typically double time for the craft. Six holidays are recognized by all crafts; several others are recognized by only some crafts. Here is how these holidays land over the next 12 months:

Holiday	Calendar day	Observed day	Recognition
Labor Day	Mon, Sept 7, 2026	Sept 7	All crafts
Veterans Day	Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Nov 11	Varies by craft
Thanksgiving Day	Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Nov 26	All crafts
Day after Thanksgiving	Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Nov 27	Varies by craft
Christmas Day	Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Dec 25	All crafts
New Year's Day	Fri, Jan 1, 2027	Jan 1	All crafts
MLK Jr. Day	Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Jan 18	Varies by craft
Presidents Day	Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Feb 15	Varies by craft
Farmworkers Day (Mar. 31)	Wed, Mar 31, 2027	Mar 31	Varies by craft
Memorial Day	Mon, May 31, 2027	May 31	All crafts
Juneteenth	Sat, June 19, 2027	Fri, June 18	Varies by craft
Independence Day	Sun, July 4, 2027	Mon, July 5	All crafts

When calculating your worker's schedules and wages, keep this list handy so you can verify that you are paying the correct rates and staying away from fines and penalties. If you would like assistance with your Prevailing Wage compliance work, contact the professionals at Build Shield Compliance for assistance.