Labor Day weekend is here and many families will be making plans for family time during the three-day weekend. Others may be more interested in Labor Day sales.
The holiday honors those who fought for workers' rights in the late 19th-century labor movement. This year, Labor Day is Sept. 7 and it will celebrate more than 155 million people who make up the U.S. workforce.
Labor Day is celebrated on the first Monday of September, which means many government and administrative offices will be closed. Here is what to know about Labor Day openings and closings.
When is Labor Day?
Labor Day is Monday, Sept. 7.
Is US Post Office open on Labor Day?
No. All U.S. Post Offices will be closed Sept. 7 and there will be no regular service.
Is FedEx open on Labor Day?
No. FedEx will not deliver mail or packages on Labor Day, except for FedEx Custom
Critical deliveries.
Is UPS open on Labor Day?
UPS will not deliver mail or packages on Labor Day.
Are banks open on Labor Day?
Banks are closed on Labor Day.
Is Walmart open on Labor Day?
Yes, Walmart will be open on Labor Day. Check hours at your location here.
Is Sam's open on Labor Day?
Sam's stores are open on Labor Day. The hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Plus members, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Club members.
What's closed on Labor Day in El Paso, Texas?
- University of Texas at El Paso and schools are closed.
- El Paso Community College will observe Labor Day. There will be no classes or student services. Registration is always available on the EPCC Web Banner. Classes and services will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 2.
- Libraries
- El Paso City administrative and County offices
- Citizen Collection Stations
- Community Clinics, Medicaid Waiver Program, WIC Offices
- Greater El Paso Landfill
- Municipal Court/Bond Offices
- Museum of Archaeology, Museum of Art, and Museum of History
- One-Stop Shop
- Public Libraries
- Recreation Centers, Senior Centers, and Aquatic Centers
- STD & HIV Prevention and Surveillance
- Department of Public Health
- Tax Office
- Banks and credit unions
- Doña Ana County's administrative offices
- Doña Ana Community College campuses and centers
- Texas Department of Motor Vehicles offices
- Wofford Truck Parts will be closed.
- La Nube is closed on Mondays.
What's open on Labor Day in El Paso?
- Speaking Rock Entertainment Center will be open on Monday, Sept. 7.
- Most retail stores will be open on Labor Day.
- The city's residential trash and recycling collection will not be affected by the holiday because trash is not collected on Monday.
- City's Main Shelter, 5001 Fred Wilson. Open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Westside Adoption Center, 5625 Confetti. Open from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens
- Sun Metro (streetcar, fixed and paratransit) Sunday/holiday schedule
- El Paso Water Parks
- All City Spray Parks: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Is the El Paso Zoo open on Labor Day?
The El Paso Zoo will be open on Labor Day. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@elpasotimes.com; @eptmaria.bsky.social on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok.
This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: When is Labor Day 2026? What is open, closed for holiday
