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Labor Day / May Day in Brazil

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.

A young girl laying in the grass in the spring sun surrounded by daisies.

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

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Labor Day / May Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2016SunMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2017MonMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2018TueMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2019WedMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2020FriMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2021SatMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2022SunMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2023MonMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2024WedMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2025ThuMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday
2026FriMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational Holiday

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