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Labor Day

2026-09-07

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Why count down to Labor Day?

Labor Day on the first Monday of September is the unofficial end of summer - The last long weekend before the school year settles in and the pace of work picks up. It is also a day to acknowledge the labor movement and the workers who fought for the 8-hour workday and safe conditions that most people take for granted today. Enjoy the countdown. You have earned the day off.

Labor Day by the numbers

First celebration
1882
the first Labor Day parade was held in New York City
Federal holiday since
1894
signed into law by President Grover Cleveland
Workers honored
160M+
members of the US workforce the holiday recognizes

Make the most of the last summer weekend

Share this countdown with colleagues and friends as a reminder that the long weekend is coming. Use the interval timer to structure a final summer sports session, or the countdown timer to keep a Labor Day cookout on schedule. Create a custom countdown to the moment work starts again on Tuesday - Sometimes a little dread is motivating.

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Frequently asked questions

What timezone does the countdown use?

The countdown ticks to midnight at the start of the event date in the viewer's local browser timezone. This means someone in Tokyo and someone in New York both see a countdown tailored to their own clock - Each celebrates when it's actually midnight where they are.

Can I share this page with anyone?

Yes. This URL is permanent and public - Just copy the link from your browser address bar (or use the copy button above) and send it to anyone. They don't need an account or app to view it.

How do I create a countdown for my own event?

Use the countdown creator to name your event, set a date, and pick an emoji. You'll get a permanent shareable link in under 30 seconds. No sign-up required.

I just need a quick timer - Not a calendar date

Use the Countdown Timer for a private countdown by hours and minutes, or the Timer Link Generator to create a shareable link for a specific duration like "25 minutes".