What’s open, closed on Labor Day, September 2
Labor Day, observed on Monday, September 2, 2024, is a federal holiday, and many businesses and services will be closed. Here’s a guide to what you can expect:
Federal and State Agencies:
- Federal courts and non-essential federal offices will be closed.
- State governments in the Mid-Atlantic region, following the federal example, will also close administrative and non-essential offices on Labor Day.
Banks and Schools:
- Major banks, including Chase, PNC, and Truist, will be closed.
- Most public schools, as well as colleges and universities, will be closed for the holiday.
Mail Services:
- FedEx will not deliver mail on Labor Day, except for Custom Critical deliveries. Limited access to FedEx Office may be available.
- The United States Postal Service (USPS) will not deliver mail on Labor Day. Only Holiday Premium Priority Mail Express and Holiday Same Day Package delivery will be available.
- UPS will also be closed, with no pick-up or delivery services on Labor Day.
Retail Stores:
- Big-box retailers such as Target, Walmart, Home Depot, and Lowe’s will be open with regular hours.
Make sure to plan accordingly as you make your Labor Day holiday arrangements.
