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When preparing to settle in the United States, one common question is, “How many days off do Americans get for New Year?” Understanding the U.S. holiday schedule will help you better prepare for life in the land of opportunity. Let’s explore this topic in detail with quoctichthuhai.com.
Unlike Vietnam, the New Year holiday in the U.S. is quite short. Americans officially get one day off on January 1st (New Year's Day) to welcome the new year. Most Americans combine this day with the weekend (Friday and Saturday), resulting in a total of three days off. This means that workers in the U.S. only have January 1st as the official public holiday.
How many days off for New Year in the U.S.? Just one day on January 1st
In Vietnam in 2025, public officials, employees, and workers will enjoy a 9-day consecutive Tet holiday from January 25th to February 2nd, 2025.
In the U.S. in 2025, there is only one official day off on January 1st, 2025, though some may get a 3-day break if it coincides with the weekend.
Apart from New Year’s Day, major holidays in the U.S. include: Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 15), Independence Day (July 4), Labor Day (first Monday of September), Columbus Day (second Monday of October), Halloween (October 31), Veterans Day (November 11), Thanksgiving (fourth Thursday of November), Black Friday, and Christmas.
There are many other major holidays in the U.S
List of federal holidays in the United States:
New Year's Day (1/1)
Martin Luther King Jr. Day (20/1/2025)
Presidents' Day (17/2/2025)
Memorial Day (26/5/2025)
Independence Day (4/7/2025)
Labor Day (1/9/2025)
Columbus Day (13/10/2025)
Veterans Day (11/11/2025)
Thanksgiving Day (27/11/2025)
Christmas Day (25/12/2025)
An important point to note is that Lunar New Year is not recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S. This means:
Employees do not get an official day off.
You need to request leave if you want to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Some states or cities may have their own policies regarding the holiday.
Popular places to celebrate Lunar New Year:
Little Saigon, California: Year-end fairs from the 12th to 14th.
Tan Mai Market: A gathering place for the Vietnamese community.
Phuoc Loc Tho Shopping Center: A hub for shopping and cuisine.
Lunar New Year is not recognized as a federal holiday in the U.S
New Year celebrations in the U.S. reflect diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds across different regions. However, there is a common element: everyone celebrates the New Year together, especially on New Year’s Eve, when people shout “Happy New Year!” and sing the traditional song “Auld Lang Syne.
Typical activities:
Fireworks at Times Square, New York
Ball drop celebrations
Dancing on the streets all night
Gathering with family and friends
New Year’s holidays in the U.S. are much shorter than in Vietnam.
Plan your vacation days if you want to celebrate Lunar New Year.
Learn about the local Vietnamese community.
Participate in American New Year activities
Maintain Vietnamese traditions through community gatherings
Learn to balance both cultural practices
The U.S. officially observes only one day off on January 1, compared to 9 days in Vietnam, highlighting a significant cultural difference. Understanding the holiday schedule will help you prepare better for life in the U.S. Even with fewer days off, America remains an attractive destination full of opportunities.
If you are interested in U.S. immigration programs, Quốc Tịch Thứ Hai, with over 10 years of experience in immigration consulting and international investment, is ready to support you in achieving your American dream. Contact us at quoctichthuhai.com for detailed guidance on suitable immigration programs.
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