AM and PM Explained
How does the 12-hour clock system work? Is midnight 12 am or 12 pm?
Labor Day is also known as May Day and is a public holiday in many countries across the world. It usually occurs around May 1, but the date can vary.
Is Labor Day / May Day a Public Holiday?
Labor Day / May Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2021, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.
Labor Day, also known as May Day, is a day of rest and is usually held in early May.
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About Labor Day / May Day
Read more about Labor Day / May Day.Labor Day / May Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Fri | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2016 | Sun | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2016 | Mon | May 2 | Day off for Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2021 | Sat | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | May 2 | Day off for Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | May 1 | Labor Day / May Day | National holiday |
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