AFGSC CY26 Federal Holidays and Family Days Memorandum.pdf

This is a memorandum from Headquarters Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) regarding federal holidays and associated AFGSC Family Days for calendar year 2026.

The memorandum, issued November 17, 2025, designates eight AFGSC Family Days corresponding to federal holidays: January 2 (New Year's Day), May 22 (Memorial Day), July 6 (Independence Day), September 4 (Labor Day), November 10 (Veterans Day), November 27 (Thanksgiving Day), December 24 (Christmas Day), and January 4, 2026 (New Year's Day 2026). Commanders and Directors may use this schedule for planning purposes and may implement reduced manning on these dates at their discretion. Military members may receive regular pass on family days to spend time with families, subject to mission requirements and AFI 36-3003 leave program regulations. Civilian personnel cannot receive additional leave under federal law, but commanders are encouraged to treat family days as liberal leave days using accrual or compensatory time where eligible. Contractor employees must adhere to their respective contract requirements and employer policies. The memorandum emphasizes that all personnel should conduct holiday activities with awareness of risk management and safety, with commanders and supervisors providing appropriate safety briefings.