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Unlike Thanksgiving and Christmas, most national retailers will remain open Labor Day.
SAN FRANCISCO — Labor Day, a federal holiday honoring the U.S. labor movement and the achievements of American workers, is here once again.
The holiday with activist roots, observed on the first Monday of September, creates a three-day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer — if the pumpkin spiced lattes and back-to-school shopping hadn’t already set the tone.
Unlike other federal holidays, like Thanksgiving and Christmas, most stores and major retailers will remain open or have adjusted hours Labor Day.
Many businesses use the holiday to reel in customers with Labor Day sales. Just a reminder, some deals are only valid through Labor Day, so get your shopping in while you can.
While the majority of stores will keep their doors open Monday, Sept. 1, a handful will be closed.
If you plan on hitting the stores Monday, make sure to double-check your local store hours as some may be operating on reduced holiday schedules.
Labor Day 2025: What will be open?
Grocery stores:
Most grocery stores are open Labor Day but be sure to check with local stores to see if they have reduced hours.
Is mail delivered on Labor Day?
Post Office:
As is the case with all federal holidays, the United States Postal Service will take a break from delivering mail Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. Post offices across the U.S. will remain closed for the holiday and mail delivery will be paused until Tuesday.
UPS Store:
UPS Store locations are closed on Labor Day, as well as other federal holidays, and there will be no pickup or delivery services.
FedEx:
FedEx U.S. and international package and express freight services and FedEx Logistics will be closed Monday. FedEx Offices may be open with modified hours based on location, and FedEx Custom Critical will remain open on Labor Day.
Stock market:
The New York Stock Exchange observes U.S. holidays, so the stock market will be closed Labor Day.
Government offices:
State, local and federal offices are closed for Labor Day.
Are banks closed on Labor Day?
Most banks will close for the federal holiday, though ATMs and online banking will still be available.
Is Costco open on Labor Day?
Costco is one of the few national retailers that is traditionally closed on Labor Day. The warehouse club will not be open Monday, Sept. 1.
Stores open on Labor Day 2025
Below is a list of some of the select national retailers that will be open on Labor Day this year.
- Aldi: The grocery store chain is open on Labor Day but operates with “limited hours.” While stores usually close around 6 p.m. for Labor Day, you can check individual store times on Aldi’s website.
- Best Buy
- Home Depot
- Kohl’s
- Kroger
- Trader Joe’s
- Lowe’s
- Macy’s
- Sam’s Club: The warehouse club is open on Labor Day, but closes at 6 p.m.
- Starbucks: Most locations will be open, though you’ll need to check with your local store to see if there are holiday hours.
- Target
- Walmart
Is Target open on Labor Day?
Yes, Target is open on Labor Day for 2025. Most stores will be open with normal business hours, but Target encourages customers to double check local store hours.
Is Walmart open on Labor Day?
Walmart locations nationwide will be open during regular business hours.
