FEDERAL HOLIDAYS
Labor Day 2026 - Date, Meaning and Long Weekend Plans
Labor Day 2026 falls on Monday, September 7, 2026.
Labor Day is a federal holiday - 3-day weekend!
Considered the unofficial end of summer.
Labor Day Weekend Plans
- BBQ and cookouts - last summer grilling!
- Beach and pool - last weekend many pools are open
- Road trips and getaways
- Sales and shopping - Labor Day sales are huge
- Back-to-school prep - many schools start after Labor Day
- Family gatherings
What is Labor Day?
Labor Day celebrates the contributions of American workers. It became a federal holiday in 1894. Today it marks the transition from summer to fall.
Labor Day Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | September 7 |
| 2027 | September 6 |
| 2028 | September 4 |
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