Labor Day in the United States and Canada is celebrated each year on the first Monday in September.

Key details

  • It is a public holiday honoring workers and their contributions to society.
  • Because it’s tied to a weekday (the first Monday), the exact calendar date changes every year.
  • In 2026, for example, Labor Day in the U.S. falls on Monday, September 7.

Note about other countries

  • In many other countries, a similar workers’ holiday is observed on or around May 1, often called Labour Day or International Workers’ Day.

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