When is Labor Day 2024?

Labor Day is a public holiday in the United States, celebrated every year on the first Monday in September. This day honors the American labor movement and the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, laws, and well-being of the country. The origins of Labor Day date back to the late 19th century when trade unionists proposed a day be set apart to celebrate labor. Labor Day weekend also symbolically marks the end of summer and beginning of the school year in many parts of the United States. Various public events such as parades, fireworks, barbecues, and picnics are organized to commemorate this day. It is also one of the busiest retail and sales periods, with retailers offering various sales and discounts.

Fun Fact

Did you know that Labor Day is actually a celebration dedicated to the achievements of American workers and it has been celebrated since the late 19th century? The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, planned by the Central Labor Union. However, it was not until 1894 that it became a national holiday, following a significant worker’s strike that crippled the nation’s railway system. The holiday traditionally marks the end of summer and start of the school year in various parts of the United States.