Portland Holidays 2026: Key Dates & Closures

This guide covers the 2026 dates that close schools, shut city offices, disrupt transit, or require adjusted staffing in Portland. Use it to plan schedules and time-off requests. For statewide holidays, see our Oregon holidays 2026 guide.

What Are the Federal Holidays in Portland for 2026?

Holiday	Date	Day
New Year’s Day	January 1	Thursday
Martin Luther King Jr. Day	January 19	Monday
Presidents’ Day	February 16	Monday
Memorial Day	May 25	Monday
Juneteenth	June 19	Friday
Independence Day	July 4	Saturday
Labor Day	September 7	Monday
Columbus Day	October 12	Monday
Veterans Day	November 11	Wednesday
Thanksgiving Day	November 26	Thursday
Christmas Day	December 25	Friday

Independence Day falls on Saturday. Most city offices and federal agencies will close Friday, July 3 instead.

Federal offices close on all dates above. City and state offices do not observe Columbus Day.

What State Holidays Does Oregon Observe?

Oregon does not observe Columbus Day. State offices remain open on October 12, 2026. Oregon observes all other federal holidays.

What Local Events Affect Portland Schedules in 2026?

Downtown and Lloyd District street closures – The Grand Floral Parade (June) closes streets through downtown Portland and across the river. This is the signature event of the Rose Festival.
Waterfront closures – Rose Festival CityFair and Waterfront Blues Festival (July) close Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Naito Parkway. Expect heavy pedestrian traffic and limited vehicle access.
Downtown street closures – Portland Pride Parade (June) affects downtown access.
Bridge closures – The Providence Bridge Pedal (August) closes multiple bridges and downtown streets for cyclists. Plan alternate routes.
Timbers and Thorns game days – Providence Park events create localized traffic in the Goose Hollow neighborhood.

When Do Portland Government Offices Close?

City of Portland offices close on all federal holidays except Columbus Day. The day after Thanksgiving is typically a closure. Christmas Eve often has reduced hours.

Multnomah County offices follow a similar schedule.

When Are PPS Schools Closed in 2026?

These dates close Portland Public Schools. Plan for childcare gaps and potential staffing shortages:

All federal holidays (except Columbus Day)
Winter break (late December through early January)
Spring break (March)
Conference days (scattered throughout the year)

PPS adopts the school calendar in spring each year. Monitor the district website for the finalized 2026–2027 schedule.

How Do Portland Holidays Affect Businesses and Staffing?

Retail, hospitality, healthcare, and service businesses typically stay open on holidays and during major events. The Rose Festival and Waterfront Blues Festival increase tourism and hospitality staffing demand.

Holiday weekends and school closures increase time-off requests. Staff accordingly. Build coverage plans around these dates.

Summary

The highest-impact dates for 2026: federal holidays close city offices (except Columbus Day); the Rose Festival disrupts downtown traffic in June; the Waterfront Blues Festival affects waterfront access in July.

Use this list to build shift schedules, approve time-off requests, and avoid staffing gaps.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are banks and post offices open on Portland holidays in 2026?

Banks and post offices close on all federal holidays. Check individual bank hours for day-after-Thanksgiving closures.

Is TriMet running on Thanksgiving and Christmas 2026?

Yes. TriMet runs on Thanksgiving (November 26) and Christmas (December 25), but with reduced Sunday/holiday schedules. MAX Light Rail and bus routes operate less frequently. Check TriMet for specific route schedules.

Does Oregon observe Columbus Day?

No. Oregon does not observe Columbus Day as a state holiday. Federal offices still close on Columbus Day (October 12, 2026), but state and city offices remain open. Portland Public Schools are typically in session.

When does the Rose Festival affect Portland traffic?

The Portland Rose Festival spans several weeks in May and June. Key traffic impacts: the Grand Floral Parade (second Saturday in June) closes streets through downtown and Lloyd District; CityFair closes waterfront areas; fleet week brings naval vessels and crowds to the waterfront. Plan for disruptions across multiple weekends.

How does the Waterfront Blues Festival affect Portland?

The Waterfront Blues Festival (July 4th weekend, 2026) closes Tom McCall Waterfront Park and Naito Parkway for several days. This is one of the largest blues festivals in the country. Expect heavy pedestrian traffic downtown and increased hospitality demand.