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When is Labor Day in 2024?

Labor Day in 2024 is on the Monday, 2nd of Sep (9/02/2024).

Labor Day is on the 246rd day of 2024. There are 120 days left in the year.

Labor Day Facts

  • Date: Sep 02, 2024
  • National
  • Also Called: Labour Day
  • Celebrations: Parades, Family reunions, Picnics, Fireworks and Public art events
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Labor Day is one of the ten federal holidays in the United States. It is observed on the first Monday of September.

Labor Day celebrates workers and their various labor unions that contribute to the growing American economy. It is a national tribute to workers' contributions to the prosperity and the well being of the country. The holiday came to be through tireless efforts of the labor movement in the 19th century. The day has a bloody history as workers fought for their rights.

Labor Day History

37000 strikes by workers marked the last two decades of the 1880s. By early 20th century, up to 800 American workers had lost their lives in these strikes. One of the fiercest tensions was the Pullman strike where workers of the Pullman Company went on strike to complain of their sliced wages by about 30%. The federal government sent the military to enforce a court injunction against the strike. The strike ended up being a bloody riot with more than 30 deaths and property damages worth $80 million. Six days after this incidence, President Cleveland made Labor Day a federal holiday in an attempt to appease the workers. The first Labor Day in the US was observed on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City. The holiday was celebrated in accordance to the Central Labor Union plans. The day was then officially declared a federal holiday in 1894.

Who Founded Labor Day?

There is some controversy over who created Labor Day. The Department of Labor in US credit Peter J. McGuire, the general secretary of the Carpenters and Joiners, as the man behind Labor Day. Some historians however suggest that Matthew Maguire, the secretary of the Central Labor Union was the first to propose this holiday.

Which Countries Celebrate Labor Day In September?

Although most countries mark Labor Day on 1st May, some parts of the world celebrate the Labor Day in September. These include the US, Puerto Rico, the Canal Zone, Virgin Islands and Canada.

How Is Labor Day Celebrated?

In the spirit of the founders of Labor Day, the holiday is marked with street parades, political demonstrations and speeches that are meant to allow people to appreciate the work and accomplishments of trade unions. Many retail outlets hold week-long Labor Day Sale as a way to allow people do shopping for their family and friends.

Labor day marks the end of Summer holiday and it's therefore the last chance for students to organize parties, and sporting activities before school begin. As a result of the many events, there is usually traffic congestion on the roads and airports. Public transit systems also don't operate on their usual regular timetable.

Many Americans engage in various activities and merrymaking events during Labor Day. Some of the events you can take part in include sporting and athletic activities, watching fireworks, family boating, attending Labor Day Parade among others. Just be sure to check out on the Labor Day events near you.

Where Can You Go For Labor Day Weekend?

Considering that Labor Day in the USA falls on a Monday, it becomes a long weekend for most Americans. The Labor Day weekend allows American workers to have a day off, have fun and enjoy themselves. You can enjoy this day by taking a short weekend getaway and picnics, go shopping or host a barbecue party with friends or colleagues. The point is to treat yourself and celebrate your contribution as an American worker.

What Remains Open and Closed on Labor Day?

As a federal holiday, Labor Day is a day off to most American workers. The stock market, Schools, banks, government offices and post office, remain closed to give their employees a resting day. However, some retail shops and malls might open their businesses despite the holiday.

Labor Day Observances

DAY
DATE
HOLIDAY NAME
  • Mon
  • Sep 01, 2008
  • Mon
  • Sep 07, 2009
  • Mon
  • Sep 06, 2010
  • Mon
  • Sep 05, 2011
  • Mon
  • Sep 03, 2012

List of National and Regional Public Holidays of United States in 2023

DAYDATEHOLIDAY
SundaySunJan 01, 2023Jan 01New Year's Day
MondayMonJan 02, 2023Jan 02New Year's Day Holiday
MondayMonJan 16, 2023Jan 16M L King Day
MondayMonFeb 20, 2023Feb 20Presidents' Day
FridayFriApr 07, 2023Apr 07Good Friday
SundaySunApr 09, 2023Apr 09Easter Sunday
MondayMonMay 29, 2023May 29Memorial Day
MondayMonJun 19, 2023Jun 19Juneteenth
TuesdayTueJul 04, 2023Jul 04Independence Day
MondayMonSep 04, 2023Sep 04Labor Day
MondayMonOct 09, 2023Oct 09Columbus Day
SaturdaySatNov 11, 2023Nov 11Veterans Day
ThursdayThuNov 23, 2023Nov 23Thanksgiving Day
MondayMonDec 25, 2023Dec 25Christmas

List of Popular Celebration Days of United States in 2023

DAYDATEHOLIDAY
ThursdayThuJan 12, 2023Jan 12National Pharmacists Day
ThursdayThuJan 19, 2023Jan 19National Popcorn Day
WednesdayWedFeb 01, 2023Feb 01National Signing Day
ThursdayThuFeb 02, 2023Feb 02Groundhog Day
FridayFriFeb 03, 2023Feb 03National Wear Red Day
ThursdayThuFeb 09, 2023Feb 09National Pizza Day
MondayMonFeb 13, 2023Feb 13Galentine's Day
TuesdayTueFeb 14, 2023Feb 14Valentine's Day
WednesdayWedFeb 15, 2023Feb 15National Bagel Day
SaturdaySatFeb 18, 2023Feb 18National Drink Wine Day
TuesdayTueFeb 21, 2023Feb 21National Pancake Day
WednesdayWedFeb 22, 2023Feb 22National Margarita Day
FridayFriMar 03, 2023Mar 03National Employee Appreciation Day
TuesdayTueMar 07, 2023Mar 07National Cereal Day
SundaySunMar 12, 2023Mar 12Daylight savings
MondayMonMar 13, 2023Mar 13National Napping Day
TuesdayTueMar 14, 2023Mar 14National Walkout Day
TuesdayTueMar 14, 2023Mar 14National Pi Day
MondayMonMar 20, 2023Mar 20National Proposal Day
ThursdayThuMar 23, 2023Mar 23National Puppy Day
ThursdayThuMar 30, 2023Mar 30National Doctor Day
WednesdayWedApr 05, 2023Apr 05National Walking Day
ThursdayThuApr 06, 2023Apr 06National Burrito Day
FridayFriApr 07, 2023Apr 07National Beer Day
TuesdayTueApr 11, 2023Apr 11National Pet Day
WednesdayWedApr 12, 2023Apr 12National Grilled Cheese Day
ThursdayThuMay 04, 2023May 04National Day Of Prayer
SundaySunMay 14, 2023May 14Mother's Day
ThursdayThuMay 25, 2023May 25National Towel Day
ThursdayThuMay 25, 2023May 25National Wine Day
FridayFriJun 02, 2023Jun 02National Donut Day
ThursdayThuJun 08, 2023Jun 08National Best Friends Day
SundaySunJun 18, 2023Jun 18Father's Day
WednesdayWedJun 21, 2023Jun 21National Selfie Day
ThursdayThuJun 22, 2023Jun 22National Kissing Day
TuesdayTueJul 11, 2023Jul 11Amazon Prime Day
ThursdayThuJul 13, 2023Jul 13National French Fry Day
FridayFriJul 14, 2023Jul 14National Nude Day
SundaySunJul 16, 2023Jul 16National Ice Cream Day
WednesdayWedJul 19, 2023Jul 19National Hot Dog Day
MondayMonJul 24, 2023Jul 24National Tequila Day
SaturdaySatJul 29, 2023Jul 29National Chicken Wing Day
TuesdayTueAug 01, 2023Aug 01National Girlfriends Day
SundaySunAug 06, 2023Aug 06National Sister Day
MondayMonSep 18, 2023Sep 18National Cheeseburger Day
TuesdayTueOct 03, 2023Oct 03National Boyfriends Day
WednesdayWedOct 04, 2023Oct 04National Vodka Day
WednesdayWedOct 04, 2023Oct 04National Taco Day
MondayMonOct 09, 2023Oct 09Leif Erikson Day
SaturdaySatOct 21, 2023Oct 21Sweetest Day
SundaySunOct 29, 2023Oct 29National Cat Day
TuesdayTueOct 31, 2023Oct 31Halloween
FridayFriNov 03, 2023Nov 03National Sandwich Day
FridayFriNov 24, 2023Nov 24Black Friday
MondayMonNov 27, 2023Nov 27Cyber Monday
SaturdaySatDec 02, 2023Dec 02Candle Day
SaturdaySatDec 09, 2023Dec 09National Pastry Day
FridayFriDec 15, 2023Dec 15National Ugly Sweater day