Labor Day is quickly approaching, marking the unofficial end of summer as students return to school and public pools typically close after the holiday weekend.
If you need to mail a package or conduct a banking transaction, it might be a good idea to plan ahead, as most banks and post offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of the federal holiday.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the holiday celebrates "the social and economic achievements of American workers" and is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday "to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America's strength, prosperity, and well-being."
The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882,
in New York City, and by 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday. President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September of each year a national holiday on June 28, 1894.
When is Labor Day 2026?
This year, Labor Day falls on Monday, Sept. 7, with Labor Day weekend running from Saturday, Sept. 5 through Monday, Sept. 7.
Is the post office open on Labor Day? Will mail be delivered?
All post offices will be closed for retail transactions and there will be no regular residential or business mail deliveries on Monday, Sept. 7, according to the U.S. Postal Service's website.
Priority Mail Express is available 365 days a year, including federal holidays.
Are banks open on Labor Day?
Since Labor Day is a federal holiday, most branches of national banks such as Bank of America, Wells Fargo and CitiBank, among others, will be closed on Sept. 7. It is always a good idea to check with your local bank branch for specific holiday hours.
ATMs and online banking remain available; however, transactions or deposits may not process until the next business day.
Is UPS open on Labor Day? Will packages be delivered?
UPS pickup and delivery services will not be available on Sept. 7 and UPS Store locations may be closed, according to the company's website. Check with your local store for specific hours of operation.
UPS Express Critical is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Customers can visit www.marken.com or call 1-800-714-8779 for more information.
Is FedEx open on Labor Day? Will packages be delivered?
Most of FedEx's pickup and delivery services will not be available on Labor Day, according to the company's website. FedEx Office hours will also be modified, so it is best to check with your local store for specific hours.
FedEx Custom Critical, however, is available 24/7, according to the company.
Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at Gdhauari@usatoday.com.
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