How many days until Labor Day?
There are 308 days until Labor Day 2027 — Monday, September 6, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Labor Day on Monday, September 6, 2027, set by the rule: First Monday in September. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Labor Day is a federal holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close, mail is not delivered, and most banks and the stock market shut for the day. Labor Day is a federal holiday on the first Monday in September honoring American workers. Federal and state offices, post offices, banks, the stock market and most schools close nationwide, while stores and restaraunts stay open.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Labor Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, May 29, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, July 18, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, August 7, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, August 23, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, August 30, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, September 5, 2027
Labor Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | September 7, 2026 | Monday | 56 days ago |
| 2027 | September 6, 2027 | Monday | 308 days |
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
What closes on Labor Day
| Service | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Post Office (USPS) | Closed | No regular mail delivery; Priority Mail Express is still delivered. |
| Banks | Closed | Federal Reserve holiday; branches close, ATMs and online banking work. |
| Stock market (NYSE, Nasdaq) | Closed | NYSE and Nasdaq are closed for the full day. |
| Federal offices | Closed | All federal agencies and federal courts close. |
| State and local government | Closed | A legal holiday in every state; state and local offices, courts and DMVs close. |
Coming up after Labor Day
- Oct 11 Days until Columbus Day 343 days away
- Nov 11 Days until Veterans Day 374 days away
- Nov 25 Days until Thanksgiving Day 388 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 418 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Labor Day?
There are 308 days until Labor Day, which falls on Monday, September 6, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Labor Day?
There are 44 weekends between now and Labor Day on September 6 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Labor Day a day off?
Labor Day is a federal holiday, so government offices, post offices and most banks close. Private employers set their own policy.