Updated on: October 12, 2026 / 12:12 PM CDT / CBS Texas.

This Monday, Oct. 12, marks both Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day, two observances that have sparked debate in recent years over how to recognize the legacy of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus.

To that end, Columbus Day remains a federally recognized holiday as of 2026 , but some states and municipalities have opted to observe it as Indigenous Peoples' Day, Columbus Day, or both.