Labor Day, celebrated on September 7, is a federal holiday honoring American workers, offering many a day off and a chance to enjoy the last days of summer. Most major retail stores and grocery chains will remain open, allowing for last-minute shopping. Walmart, Target, and CVS will operate, though CVS may have reduced hours. Grocery stores like Aldi, Food Lion, Kroger, Stop & Shop, Trader Joe’s, and Wegmans will also be open, with some variations in hours. Retailers such as Dollar General, Home Depot, and Macy’s, among others, will welcome customers, as will fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Starbucks. However, the stock market will be closed, and there will be no mail delivery, as post offices and major banks observe the holiday.
QUESTION: How might the availability of stores and services on Labor Day impact the way people celebrate and perceive the holiday?
What’s open and closed on Labor Day 2026? See which businesses are operating.
