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Labor Day / May Day 2024 in Mexico

Labor Day (Día del Trabajo), also known as May Day (Primero de Mayo), is a public holiday in Mexico on May 1.

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.

Demonstrations occur on days like Labor Day in Mexico.

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Celebrate Labor Day

Labor Day parades, rallies or demonstrations often feature large crowds holding banners to promote workers’ rights in the main streets of major cities. Having the day off means people can either relax at home or spend time with family or friends. Leisure activities include going to the theatre or movies, or going out for coffee or a meal.

Public Life

Labor Day is a federal public holiday in Mexico. Banks, schools, government offices and many businesses are closed. People intending on travelling via public transport in Mexico should check with public transit authorities on any timetable or route changes.

About Labor Day

Mexico’s labor movement was repressed in places such as Cananea in the north. However, the Constitution of 1917 instigated significant social reforms to labor laws. According to some sources, a Labor Day parade was held in Mexico as early as 1913, but the holiday was first officially commemorated on May 1, 1923. Labor Day is not exclusive to Mexico – many other countries also celebrate Workers’ Day.

About Labor Day / May Day in Other Countries

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Labor Day / May Day Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
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
2027SatMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational holiday
2028MonMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational holiday
2029TueMay 1Labor Day / May DayNational holiday

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