Autumn Equinox in the United States
Thursday, September 23, 2027 ยท America/New_York
Exact moment: 06:02 UTC on Thursday, September 23, 2027
When is Autumn Equinox in the United States in 2027?
Autumn Equinox in the United States is on Thursday, September 23, 2027 (America/New_York). As of October 16, 2026, thatโs 342 days ยท about 49 weeks ยท about 11 months. It falls on a Thursday.
In Arizona, Pacific time, Alaska and Hawaii it falls on Wednesday, September 22, 2027.
Is Autumn Equinox a public holiday in the United States?
Autumn Equinox is widely observed in the United States, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How the United States celebrates
Americans greet the equinox as the first day of fall: leaf-peeping road trips, apple picking, corn mazes, harvest fairs and the start of pumpkin-spice season.
What people eat
Apple cider and cider donuts, pumpkin pie, caramel apples, roasted squash.