Labor Day 2024: What’s open, what’s closed on Monday? UPS, FedEx, banks, mail delivery, stock markets, stores, malls, restaurants (2024)

Labor Day 2024 is on Monday, Sept. 2.

It’s an American holiday that pays tribute to workers in the U.S. and is traditionally observed on the first Monday in September.

Labor Day became a federal holiday in 1894 and was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century.

The holiday is often celebrated with barbecues, parades, and time at the beach.

Here is what you need to know regarding what is open and closed on Labor Day 2024.

Is Labor Day a federal holiday?

Yes, Labor Day is the seventh federal and state holiday of the year.

Is the post office open on Labor Day 2024?

No, United States Postal Service offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2.

Does the mail run on Labor Day 2024? Is there mail delivery?

There will be no regular mail delivery on Monday, Sept. 2.

FedEx and UPS also will not deliver mail, except for UPS Express Critical, FedEx Office and FedEx Custom Critical.

Are banks open on Labor Day 2024?

Most in-person and drive-thru bank services will be closed Monday.

The following banks are scheduled to be closed on Labor Day 2024:

• Bank of America
• Capital One Bank
• Chase
• PNC Bank
• Santander Bank
• TD Bank
• Wells Fargo

Are grocery stores open on Labor Day 2024?

Most supermarkets will remain open with regular or reduced hours.

Shoppers should ultimately check with their local supermarket for specific information on opening and closing hours, as it can vary by location.

The following major supermarket chains in New Jersey are scheduled to be open on Labor Day:

• ACME (6 a.m. - 10 p.m.; varies by store)
• Aldi (8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.; varies by store)
• BJ’s Wholesale Club (8 a.m. - 10 p.m.)
• Foodtown (varies by store)
• Lidl (8 a.m. - 9 p.m)
• Sam’s Club (Plus Members: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Club Members: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
• ShopRite (varies by store)
• Stop & Shop (7 a.m. - 10 p.m.)
• Target (8 a.m. - 10 p.m.)
• Trader Joe’s (8 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Walmart (6 a.m. - 11 p.m.; varies by store)
• Wegmans (6 a.m. - 12 a.m.)
• Whole Foods (8 a.m. - 10 p.m.; varies by store)

The following major supermarket chains in New Jersey are scheduled to be closed on Labor Day:

• Costco

What stores are open on Labor Day 2024? When do stores close?

All major retail stores should be open, along with most shopping centers, according to HolidayShoppingHours.com.

To see a list of some of the more popular stores’ opening and closing times, click here.

What malls are open on Labor Day 2024?

All malls in New Jersey should be open, and some stores may offer sales.

Most malls in New Jersey, 12 of which are part of the Simon Mall chain, will operate from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. on Labor Day.

Other malls not part of the Simon Mall chain, such as American Dream, will keep its stores open from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

The following malls in New Jersey will be open on Labor Day:

• American Dream (11 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Bergen Town Center (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Bridgewater Commons (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Brunswick Square (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Cherry Hill Mall (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Cumberland Mall (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Deptford Mall (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Freehold Raceway Mall (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Gloucester Premium Outlets (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Hamilton Mall (11 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
• Jackson Premium Outlets (11 a.m. - 7 p.m.)
• Jersey Shore Premium Outlets (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Livingston Mall (10 a.m. - 7 p.m.)
• The Mall at Short Hills (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.)
• Menlo Park Mall (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• The Mills at Jersey Gardens (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Monmouth Mall (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Moorestown Mall (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Newport Centre Mall (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Newport Crossing (8 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Newport Plaza (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Ocean County Mall (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Paramus Park (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Quaker Bridge Mall (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Rockaway Townsquare (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• The Shops at Riverside (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Westfield Garden State Plaza (10 a.m. - 9 p.m.)
• Willowbrook Mall (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Woodbridge Center (11 a.m. - 8 p.m.)

Are restaurants open on Labor Day 2024?

Here are some restaurant chains confirmed to be open on Monday, Sept. 2, according to a report by The Pioneer Woman:

• Applebee’s
• Arby’s
• Bonefish Grill
• Buffalo Wild Wings
• Carrabba’s Italian Grill
• Chipotle
• Chili’s
• Cracker Barrel
• Denny’s
• Domino’s
• Dunkin’
• Eddie V’s
• Fogo de Chão
• IHOP
• McDonald’s
• Olive Garden
• Outback Steakhouse
• Panera Bread
• Pizza Hut
• Red Lobster
• Seasons 52
• Starbucks
• Subway

Is the stock market closed on Labor Day 2024?

The New York Stock Exchange is closed on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Nasdaq trading and bond markets will also be closed.

Does NJ Transit, PATH and SEPTA operate on a normal schedule for Labor Day 2024?

NJ Transit will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, Sept. 2. It will operate on a normal weekend/major holiday schedule, including Port Jervis Line Train 88 (departing Port Jervis at 4:05 p.m.).

Meanwhile, buses will operate on a Saturday, Sunday or major holiday schedule depending on the line.

Riders should use NJ Transit’s online trip planner to double-check arrival and departure times.

PATH will operate on a modified Saturday schedule, while SEPTA will operate on a modified Sunday or holiday schedule.

Are New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission locations open on Labor Day 2024?

All Motor Vehicle Commission locations will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 to observe the Labor Day holiday.

When is the next federal holiday?

The next federal holiday is Columbus Day on Monday, Oct. 14.

For more information about the history of Labor Day, check out the video below:

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