Arizona is a state in the United States of America located in the country’s Southwestern region. The state is the 14th most populous state in the U.S, with Phoenix as its capital. The place is known for its famous Universities, big companies and desert climate. In this article, you will learn about the Arizona holidays that the state government follows. We will also state the importance of Arizona state holidays.
Contents
Arizona State Holidays 2022:
The list below includes the holidays on which federal employees get paid leaves. Also, schools, colleges and banks remain closed on these days. On the other hand, private companies are free to decide on holidays for their employees. So let us check out the AZ state holidays list:
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| December 31 | Friday | New Year's Day* |
| January 17 | Monday | Martin Luther King, Jr. / Civil Rights Day |
| February 21 | Monday | Lincoln / Washington / President's Day |
| May 30 | Monday | Memorial Day |
| July 4 | Monday | Independence Day |
| September 5 | Monday | Labor Day |
| October 10 | Monday | Columbus Day |
| November 11 | Friday | Veterans Day |
| November 24 | Thursday | Thanksgiving |
| December 26 | Monday | Christmas Day* |
*If any holiday falls on Saturday, then it is observed on the preceding Friday. Similarly, if a holiday falls on Sunday then it is observed on the following Monday.
Significance of Arizona Holidays:
- New Year’s Day* (December 31, 2021): New Year’s Day is a day celebrated by every citizen. New Year is celebrated to welcome the brand new year by lighting fireworks, partying and praying. The day is a listed holiday on the Arizona holidays list.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day/ Civil Rights Day (January 17, 2022): To celebrate the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. and to honor his achievements, the third Monday in January is observed as a holiday in most states of the U.S. Also, many other civil rights activists are honored on this day, also celebrated as Civil Rights Day in Arizona public holidays.
- Lincoln/ President’s Day (February 21, 2022): The birthdays of the former Presidents of the country, Abraham Lincoln and George Washington, are celebrated on the third Monday in February and, thus, observed as a state of Arizona holiday.
- Memorial Day (May 30, 2022): Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed in the country and celebrated on the last Monday of May every year. The day is celebrated by organizing parades, speeches and visiting the graveyards of martyrs. In short, it is a day to remember the people who lost their lives in wars.
- Independence Day (July 4, 2022): To signify pride and patriotism, the United States celebrate July 4 as Independence Day. Almost everything remains closed on this day. July 4 is an important date that states the publication of the Declaration of Independence.
- Labor Day (September 5, 2022): After the parade of around 10,000 workers, Labor Day became an official holiday in 1894 to honor the contributions of the working class.
- Columbus Day (October 10, 2022): Columbus Day is an American holiday celebrated in a few states of America. It commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus and is also celebrated as Indigenous People’s Day.
- Veterans Day (November 11, 2022): Veterans Day is among other holidays in AZ that celebrate the work, dedication and bravery of all veterans fighting for the county.
- Thanksgiving Day (November 24, 2022): Thanksgiving Day is a day of giving thanks for all the blessings received throughout the year. The holiday is celebrated by families and friends, organizing thanksgiving dinner and happily feasting together.
- Christmas Day* (December 26, 2022): December 25 is celebrated as the birthday of Jesus Christ. The day is an official holiday and of great importance for the followers of Christianity.
As you saw the list of holidays in Arizona and now you know the days which are observed holidays for the state. There are also other significant days, but these events are not considered as holidays by the federal government. Some of the days are as follows:
- Epiphany
- Orthodox Christmas Day
- Estelle Reel Day
- Orthodox New Year
- Lunar New Year
- Groundhog Day
- Super Bowl
- Statehood Day
- St. David’s Day
- Ash Wednesday
- Purim
- Holi
- Doctor’s Day
- National Tartan Day
- Passover Eve
- Holy Saturday
- Oklahoma Day
- Law Day
- Eid al-Fitr
- National Day of Prayer
- Mother’s Day
- Ascension Day
- Colorado Day
- National Aviation Day
- Air Force Birthday
- Yom Kippur
- Navy Birthday
- First Sunday of Advent
- Cyber Monday
- Wright Brothers Day
- December Solstice
Conclusion:
Thus, Arizona observes a total of 10 holidays for the year 2022 as New Year will be observed on December 31. However, changes can be made to the list if the country’s government makes any decisions.
