Is the Stock Market Open Today? Hours, Holidays, and What to Know
The U.S. stock market is usually open on regular weekdays from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. It is closed on weekends and official market holidays, with a few shortened trading days during the year.
This guide focuses on the U.S. stock market, especially the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq. Bond markets, futures, crypto, and international markets may follow different schedules.
Is the Stock Market Open Today?
The stock market is generally open today if today is a regular Monday through Friday and not a scheduled market holiday. If today falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or official stock market holiday, regular NYSE and Nasdaq trading is closed.
Some holiday-related weekdays are not fully closed but have shorter hours. On those days, the market usually closes at 1:00 p.m. ET instead of 4:00 p.m. ET.
| Day Type | Stock Market Status | Typical Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Regular weekday | Open | 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET |
| Saturday or Sunday | Closed | No regular trading |
| Market holiday | Closed | No regular trading |
| Scheduled early-close day | Open for a shortened session | Usually closes at 1:00 p.m. ET |
Regular U.S. Stock Market Hours
The regular trading session for major U.S. stocks runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. If you are outside the Eastern Time Zone, convert these hours to your local time before placing an order.
For example, regular trading begins at 6:30 a.m. Pacific Time and ends at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Your brokerage account may still let you log in, view balances, research stocks, or enter queued orders when the market is closed, but that does not mean regular trading is active.
Stock Market Holidays in 2026
The NYSE and Nasdaq close for several major U.S. holidays. In 2026, the main full-day stock market closures are:
| Holiday | 2026 Date | Market Status |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, January 1 | Closed |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, January 19 | Closed |
| Washington’s Birthday / Presidents Day | Monday, February 16 | Closed |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 3 | Closed |
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25 | Closed |
| Juneteenth National Independence Day | Friday, June 19 | Closed |
| Independence Day observed | Friday, July 3 | Closed |
| Labor Day | Monday, September 7 | Closed |
| Thanksgiving Day | Thursday, November 26 | Closed |
| Christmas Day | Friday, December 25 | Closed |
Stock Market Early Closures in 2026
Early-close days are shortened trading sessions. In 2026, the U.S. stock market is scheduled to close early at 1:00 p.m. ET on the following dates:
| Date | Reason | Expected Closing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, November 27, 2026 | Day after Thanksgiving | 1:00 p.m. ET |
| Thursday, December 24, 2026 | Christmas Eve | 1:00 p.m. ET |
Trading near an early close can be lighter than usual. If you place an order late in the session, confirm whether it will execute that day or wait until the next market day.
What About Pre-Market and After-Hours Trading?
Some brokerages offer trading before the opening bell or after the regular close. These extended-hours sessions are different from normal market hours and may have fewer participants, wider spreads, and more limited order options.
If the regular market is closed for a holiday, extended-hours trading may also be limited. Check your brokerage’s trading screen before assuming an order can be executed outside the regular session.
Different Markets May Have Different Hours
Not every market follows the NYSE and Nasdaq stock schedule.
| Market Type | What to Know |
|---|---|
| U.S. stocks | Usually follows NYSE and Nasdaq trading calendars |
| Bond market | Often follows SIFMA holiday recommendations and may have different early-close days |
| Futures | Can trade on different schedules, including outside regular stock-market hours |
| Crypto | Generally trades 24/7, including weekends and holidays |
| International markets | Follow local exchange calendars, holidays, and time zones |
This is why some prices may move even when the regular U.S. stock market is closed.
How to Check If the Market Is Open Before Trading
For the most accurate answer, check the official NYSE holidays and trading hours calendar or Nasdaq’s U.S. holiday and trading hours schedule. If you trade bonds, the SIFMA holiday schedule is also useful.
You should also check your brokerage account before placing an order. It can show whether the order is live, queued for the next session, rejected, or eligible for extended-hours trading.
Before You Place an Order Today
Market timing can affect how an order behaves. The opening and closing minutes of the trading day can be more active, and holiday-shortened sessions may have lighter volume.
A market order may fill quickly but does not guarantee a specific price. A limit order gives more price control, which can be helpful around the open, close, or extended-hours sessions. Options, mutual funds, bonds, and some ETFs may also have different timing rules, so check your brokerage’s order details if timing matters.
