At the beginning of September, one of the national holidays is celebrated to recognize the achievements of the workers who have built this country with their work.
The date also serves as an unofficial marker for the end of the summer season, even though Arizona’s high summer temperatures persist beyond the holiday.
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Here’s everything you need to know about Labor Day in the United States.
What is celebrated on September 2?
Labor Day, known in the US as Labor Day, is celebrated every year on the first Monday in September. In 2024, Labor Day will be celebrated on September 2.
This date is recognized nationally as an official holiday and is a day off from work for government offices as well as certain businesses and schools throughout the country.
Why is Labor Day celebrated?
Labor Day is an annual celebration of the social and economic contributions of workers in this country, according to the US Department of Labor.
For many, Labor Day has become the closing celebration of summer as in several states students do not start classes until after the date, although this is not typically the case for schools in Arizona. The holiday also signals the coming change in weather and a call for one last vacation before the autumn equinox.
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