Labor Day 2024: What stores are open and closed?

School is in session across most of the country and False Fall is here (as are pumpkin spice … everythings), but summer gets one final formal bow with Labor Day.

Given rising temperatures, pool owners aren’t likely to start winterizing things just yet. And while retailers are pushing giant skeletons on shoppers, a big chunk of the country will have an extra day off and a chance at one last blowout barbecue.

Whether you’re planning to gather with friends and family or tick a few items off of the honey-do list, you should be able to find whatever you need (or forgot) without much stress, though some stores will be closed. Here’s a look at who’s open and closed on Labor Day 2024.

What is Labor Day?

Held on the first Monday of September each year, Labor Day honors the U.S. labor movement. It has been an official federal holiday since 1894.

Are banks open on Labor Day?

No. Labor Day is a federal holiday, meaning all banks will be closed. You can, as always, use ATM machines to get cash or put money into your account, however, as well as online transactions.

Will there be any mail delivery on Labor Day?

There won’t—and don’t expect any packages either. The U.S. Postal Service takes Labor Day off. UPS has no pickup or delivery service – and its UPS Store locations are closed, with the exception of UPS Express Critical service. FedEx will suspend deliveries as well and FedEx Office stores will have modified hours. Be sure to call before you head there. Keep in mind that any packages you drop off over the weekend won’t ship until Tuesday.

Is the stock market open on Labor Day?

The New York Stock Exchange, Nasdaq and bond markets are all closed. They’ll reopen on Tuesday. (Cryptocurrency exchanges, however, are not affected by the holiday.)

Are government offices open on Labor Day?

They are not. City, county, state and federal offices are closed.

Which department stores are closed on Labor Day?

Most major retailers remain open on Labor Day, as it’s a chance to host seasonal sales and begin pushing fall (and holiday season) merchandise. Costco, though, is closed, giving its employees the day off. Locally owned small businesses could be closed as well.

Are liquor stores open on Labor Day?

Maybe. It really comes down to where you live. Because liquor sales and distribution are controlled by the state in about half the country, those stores are required to be closed.

However, that doesn’t apply everywhere. You can pick up booze in: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington D.C. and Wisconsin.

Check with your local store to see if they’ll be open there.