Labor Day

A United States observance honoring workers and their contributions.

Special daysfirst monday of September

About this day

The story and meaning

Labor Day recognizes the social and economic contributions of workers in the United States.

It is observed on the first Monday of September and is often treated as the informal close of the summer season.

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