Labor Day is one of eleven federal holidays recognized nationwide by the United States Government. All non-essential federal government offices are closed on Labor Day, and all federal employees are paid even if they receive the day off. Many private-sector employees will also receive paid time off or special holiday pay on Labor Day.

Labor Day celebrates the American Labor force and is dedicated to the economic and social prosperity of workers. It is celebrated every first Monday of September, and has been a federal holiday since 1894.