Labor Day 2026
Labor Day 2026 falls on Monday, September 7 — the first Monday of the month.
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Date: September 7, 2026 (Monday)
What is Labor Day?
Labor Day honors the American labor movement and the contributions of workers to the country’s strength and prosperity. The first Labor Day parade marched through New York City in 1882, organized by unions; it became a federal holiday in 1894.
Falling on the first Monday of September, it marks the unofficial end of summer — the last long weekend before school routines settle in and autumn begins. Backyard barbecues, lake trips, and Labor Day sales are the modern rituals.
The holiday’s roots are serious: the late 19th century saw dangerous working conditions, child labor, and long hours, and the labor movement’s campaigns won the eight-hour day, weekends, and workplace safety standards most workers now take for granted.
Frequently asked questions
When is Labor Day 2026?
Monday, September 7, 2026 — always the first Monday in September.
Is Labor Day a federal holiday?
Yes. Federal offices, banks, and schools are closed.
What is the history of Labor Day?
It grew out of 1880s union parades celebrating workers; the federal holiday was signed into law in 1894 after the Pullman Strike.