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Colorado Legal Holidays and Holiday Pay Laws<\/h1>\n\n
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\n By Carol Clasby, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Colorado law recognizes 11 legal holidays when state government offices close and public employees receive paid time off or premium pay<\/span> for working. While private employers<\/span> are not required by law to observe these holidays or provide holiday pay<\/span>, many choose to offer holiday benefits as part of their employment policies\u2014and those who do must comply with Colorado’s wage and overtime laws.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

State legal holiday laws<\/u><\/strong><\/a> often recognize federal holidays<\/span> but, like Colorado, may also include additional observances. Understanding the difference between public and private sector holiday obligations is essential for both employees and employers.<\/p>\n

This article explores Colorado’s legal holidays, holiday incentives for public employees, and how holidays may impact private employers<\/span>.<\/p>\n

What Are Colorado’s Legal Holidays?<\/h2>\n

The legal holidays<\/u><\/strong><\/a> in Colorado are:<\/p>\n