Last updated: September 2, 2026
When is Malcolm X Day Dates 2027–2035
| Date | Name | Day | Week | Days left |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2026 | Malcolm X Day 2026 | Tuesday | 21 | - |
| May 19, 2027 | Malcolm X Day 2027 | Wednesday | 20 | 224 |
| May 19, 2028 | Malcolm X Day 2028 | Friday | 20 | 590 |
| May 19, 2029 | Malcolm X Day 2029 | Saturday | 20 | 955 |
| May 19, 2030 | Malcolm X Day 2030 | Sunday | 20 | 1320 |
| May 19, 2031 | Malcolm X Day 2031 | Monday | 21 | 1685 |
| May 19, 2032 | Malcolm X Day 2032 | Wednesday | 21 | 2051 |
| May 19, 2033 | Malcolm X Day 2033 | Thursday | 20 | 2416 |
| May 19, 2034 | Malcolm X Day 2034 | Friday | 20 | 2781 |
| May 19, 2035 | Malcolm X Day 2035 | Saturday | 20 | 3146 |
Quick Facts:
- Holiday Name: Malcolm X Day
- Date: May 19, 2027 (Observed annually on May 19)
- Official Recognition: Established as an official municipal holiday in Berkeley, California (1979), and state holiday in Illinois (2015) and Missouri (2019).
- Purpose: Honors the life, teachings, and legacy of civil rights leader Malcolm X, focusing on Black empowerment, racial justice, and self-esteem.
- Historical Significance: Malcolm X rose to prominence as a spokesperson for the Nation of Islam before making his pilgrimage to Mecca, which reshaped his worldview prior to his assassination in 1965.
- Key Life Events: Born Malcolm Little in Omaha, Nebraska (1925), converted to Islam while in prison, and was killed while speaking at an O.A.A.U. rally in Harlem.
- How to Observe: Read “The Autobiography of Malcolm X,” listen to his speeches, engage in discussions on civil rights, and support Black-owned businesses and social justice organizations.
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