Holiday Closure Calendar

Is the California DMV Open on New Year's Day 2027?

Official New Year's Day: Friday, January 1, 2027. Last verified October 28, 2026

Closed

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) lists this holiday as a closure: New Year's Day.

The official list names holidays rather than dates, so the date shown is computed for the year.

Individual offices can close for weather, emergencies or local events, so check your office before you go.

All California DMV holiday closures · DMV closures by state

Source

Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) holiday closures page. Last verified October 28, 2026.

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