Labour Day celebrates the symbolic end of summer and back to school for most. In the United States, Labour Day falls on the first Monday of September and is a federal holiday to honour American workers while marking the end of summer. Labour Day has been a steady holiday for Americans, transitioning from its roots in the late 19th century to what it is today as we kick off our well-deserved three-day weekend.
A Brief History of Labour Day
The origins of Labour Day go back to the 1800s, when labour activists advocated for worker recognition. The first unofficial Labour Day celebration was held in New York City on September 5, 1882. The parade, which was organised by the Central Labour Union and Knights of Labour, saw around 10,000 workers march from City Hall to honour their rugged workstyle.
However, even with this early honour, Labour Day wasn’t so much an official federal holiday until 1894. Labour Day: On June 28, the US Congress designates the first Monday in September as Labour Day by its AUTOMATIC DATE ANCHORING feature. President Grover Cleveland signs a congressional act. Since then, it has become a day to honour workers and celebrate the end of summer in many ways.
Labour Day 2015WhWhat’s Open and Closed?
As Labour Day is fast approaching, you may be preparing for a last-minute BBQ, an afternoon of shopping, or taking some time to relax. But it is important to be aware of what businesses will and won’t operate on this holiday. You need to meticulously plan out your day; here is a detailed guide on that.
Government Buildings
Because Labour Day is a federal holiday, all government offices will be closed for the day on Mondayyoyou won’t see your mail carrier delivering. Federal, state, and local government offices are closed for the holiday.
Banks and Stock Markets
Labour Day is a holiday in he U.S., and most of the banks and stock markets would be shut on that day. For example, you will not have access to any bank accounts or conduct financial transactions. Gone are the days when banks were open for hours, and we promise you that there is no need to work on any banking transactions early in the day before boating!
Delivery Services
No standard pickup and delivery service will be available from FedEx or UPS on Labour Day. At any rate, a few vital services might remain facilitated at select locales. If you have an incoming delivery or would like to send a package, please plan accordingly.
Retail Stores
Holiday hours for retail stores vary widely. What you can except Here is a breakdown:
Costco: Closed all day
CVS Pharmacy: Open but may have limited locations.
Walgreens: Open with select pharmacies closed [Not 24-hour Deer Park Road and Mohawk Trail locations]
Target: Open; hours may vary by store.
Walmart: Open at regular hours
Best Buy: Special Labour Day sales live.
Home Depot: Open, but hours vary by location.
Macy’s: Open for shopping.
Grocery Stores
Here are the guidelines you need to follow when buying for a holiday barbecue or anything else from grocery stores:
Kroger-affiliated stores: such as Ralphs, Smith’s, City Market, Pay Less, and Food 4 Less—aall locations are business-as-usual.
Sam’s Club: Open.
Trader Joe’s: Open as usual.
Publix: Open.
Aldi: Open at limited hours
Whole Foods: Open with reduced hours as determined by location.
Wegman’s: Open.
Other Retailers
Additionally, here is a look at when some other retailers open:
Dollar General
Dollar Tree
Family Dollar
Hobby Lobby: Open on reduced hours from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
HomeGoods
Jewel-Osco
Kohl’s
Lowe’s
Mariano’s
Marshalls
Meijer
Menards
Michael’s
Petco
Petsmart
Ross
Starbucks: Nearly all locations are open, but check local hours.
TJ Maxx
Tony’s Fresh Market
Planning Your Day
Labour Day is more than a day of rest, but it offers us the opportunity to celebrate workers and enjoy the dog days. Whether you intend to go on a shopping spree or spend the day relaxing at a barbecue, having an idea of what businesses are open and closed could save your plans.
Make sure to check specific holiday hours for any stores you want to hit up, as they vary from location. Here are some quick tips to ensure you can really maximise your Labour Day during this time off!
Happy Labour Day!
