How many days until Halloween?
There are 26 days until Halloween 2026, which falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026. That is 3 weeks and 5 days, or 18 business days.
Halloween: dates for the next 10 years
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
| 2027 | Sunday, October 31, 2027 |
| 2028 | Tuesday, October 31, 2028 |
| 2029 | Wednesday, October 31, 2029 |
| 2030 | Thursday, October 31, 2030 |
| 2031 | Friday, October 31, 2031 |
| 2032 | Sunday, October 31, 2032 |
| 2033 | Monday, October 31, 2033 |
| 2034 | Tuesday, October 31, 2034 |
| 2035 | Wednesday, October 31, 2035 |
Related dates
| End of daylight saving time | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 27 days away |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving | Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 52 days away |
| Christmas | Friday, December 25, 2026 | 81 days away |
Halloween at a glance
Halloween is always October 31. It is not a federal holiday, so schools, banks and offices stay open. Trick-or-treating usually happens on the evening of the 31st, whichever day of the week it falls on. Some towns set their own trick-or-treat hours, or move them when Halloween falls on a Sunday, so check your local announcements.
Planning your countdown
- Costumes: order online at least two to three weeks ahead. Popular costumes sell out in the final week.
- Pumpkins: a carved jack-o’-lantern typically lasts only about a week, and less in warm weather. Carve a few days before Halloween rather than at the start of October.
- Candy: prices often drop right after October 31, which is why some people stock up for next year on November 1.
Daylight saving time ends on the first Sunday of November, Sunday, November 1, 2026. It often falls just a day or a few days after Halloween, so clocks go back an hour soon after the trick-or-treat night.
Deadlines and rules mentioned here are summaries for general information, not legal, financial or medical advice. See our methodology and official sources, and confirm important dates with the relevant agency.
Frequently asked questions
Is Halloween a federal holiday?
No. Halloween is a popular celebration but not a public holiday, so businesses, schools and post offices are open as usual.
Is Halloween always on October 31?
Yes, the date never changes. Only the day of the week changes from year to year.
How many weeks until Halloween?
There are 3 weeks and 5 days (26 days) until Halloween, counting from Monday, October 5, 2026.
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