Is the Stock Market Open on Good Friday?

Anyone active in the stock market knows how important it is to understand trading schedules. Missing even one trading day because you assumed the market was closed—or open—can impact your portfolio decisions. Around holidays like Easter, things can get confusing since it’s not a federal holiday but still affects market hours. That leaves many investors wondering whether the stock market is open on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, or both. Here’s exactly how the 2026 schedule works.

Is the Stock Market Open on Good Friday and Easter in 2026?

The “stock market” typically refers to the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the Nasdaq. These exchanges follow a set holiday calendar that includes both federal holidays and a few non-federal ones. One of those exceptions is Good Friday, which is observed even though it is not a federal holiday. In 2026, Good Friday falls on Friday, April 3, and the stock market will be closed.

Easter Sunday, which falls on April 5, 2026, does not affect trading hours because the market is always closed on Sundays. So while Easter itself doesn’t change anything, Good Friday does. Investors should plan trades accordingly around this long weekend.

Is the New York Stock Exchange Open on Good Friday?

No, the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is closed on Good Friday in 2026. This has been a long-standing market holiday observed for decades. There will be no trading on Friday, April 3, 2026.

However, the market will operate normally the day before on Thursday, April 2, with standard trading hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET. Trading resumes after the holiday on Monday, April 6, 2026. If you’re planning trades, Thursday becomes the key cutoff before the long weekend.

Is Nasdaq Open on Good Friday?

The Nasdaq follows the exact same holiday schedule as the NYSE. That means Nasdaq is also closed on Good Friday (April 3, 2026).

Like the NYSE, Nasdaq will be open for normal trading on Thursday and will reopen the following Monday. There’s no difference between the two exchanges when it comes to Good Friday closures. For investors, this consistency makes planning easier across platforms.

Will the Bond Market Be Open on Good Friday?

The bond market follows guidance from the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), and it also observes Good Friday. In 2026, the bond market will be closed on Friday, April 3.

In many years, the bond market also has early closures on the day before Good Friday, which is something fixed-income investors should watch closely. If you need to make bond trades, it’s best to handle them before the holiday break. Waiting until Friday won’t be an option.

Full List of 2026 Stock Market Holidays

The NYSE and Nasdaq observe the following holidays in 2026:

• New Year’s Day (January 1)
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 19)
• Washington’s Birthday (February 16)
• Good Friday (April 3)
• Memorial Day (May 25)
• Juneteenth (June 19)
• Independence Day (observed July 3)
• Labor Day (September 7)
• Thanksgiving Day (November 26)
• Christmas Day (December 25)

Additionally, the market closes early at 1:00 p.m. ET on:

• The day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve

All trading times are based on Eastern Time.

What Investors Should Know Before the Holiday

If you’re actively trading or managing investments, holiday schedules matter more than you might think. Good Friday creates a three-day market pause, which can impact liquidity and price movements leading into the weekend. It’s common to see increased activity on the Thursday before the closure. You should also be aware that global markets may follow different schedules, which can create volatility when U.S. markets reopen. Planning ahead ensures you’re not caught off guard.

In 2026, the stock market is closed on Good Friday (April 3) and remains closed through the weekend, reopening on Monday. While Easter Sunday doesn’t change anything, Good Friday is one of the few non-federal holidays that shut down U.S. markets. Knowing this schedule helps you avoid missed opportunities and better time your trades. If you’re planning any moves, make sure they’re completed before the Thursday close.

Do you usually adjust your trading strategy around market holidays, or do you stay invested through the downtime?

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Amanda Blankenship

Amanda Blankenship is Chief Editor at District Media, Inc., leading content strategy, quality assurance, and editorial operations across high-traffic personal finance sites like SavingAdvice.com and CleverDude.com. A Wingate University graduate with a BA in Communications (Journalism focus), she brings over a decade of experience in digital publishing, writing, and team leadership in the personal finance space.