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Public Holiday

Labor Day

When
September 7, 2026
Where
Nationwide (federal holiday) · Nationwide
Price
Free
A row of trees taking on the first autumn colour beside the Tidal Basin under clear early-autumn light in September in Washington, D.C.

Photo by William Nyikuli on Unsplash

About

Labor Day is the federal holiday on Monday 7 September. Federal offices close, while attraction, business and transit hours vary; it also closes the long weekend immediately after DC JazzFest.

Highlights

  • Federal holiday on Monday 7 September
  • Long weekend following DC JazzFest

Practical tips

  • Check individual attraction and transit hours
  • Book long-weekend travel and accommodation early
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