Reviewed by: Callie Morrison
Check out what’s open + closed on Labor Day in Birmingham—2024
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September is right around the corner. That means it’s time to get a game plan going for Labor Day.
Read more to find out what’s happening around The Magic City for the upcoming holiday.
What Labor Day is all about
The U.S. Department of Labor notes that the first Labor Day was celebrated on September 5, 1882 in New York City. This day marked a big win for 19th-century labor activists who fought hard for a holiday honoring workers’ contributions.
This Labor Day, take a moment to remember their efforts and to celebrate your own professional achievements.
Long weekend eats in Bham
Culinary Dropout
- Location: 241 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35243
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Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille
- Location: 4 Perimeter Park S, Birmingham, AL 35243
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Bay Leaf
North Italia
Firebirds
- Location: 191 Main St, Hoover, AL 35244
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Emmy Squared Pizza
- Location: 300 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35243
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Labor Day happenings around town
Topgolf Birmingham
- When: Monday, September 2, 9-12AM
- Where: 1111 24th St N, Birmingham, AL 35234
Labor Day Food Truck Fest
- When: Friday, August 30-Monday, September 2, 12PM
- Where: 8701 1st Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35206
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
- When: Monday, September 2, 1PM
- Where: 509 17th St N Birmingham, AL 35203
Pies & Pints FSU vs Boston College Watch Party
- When: Monday, September 2, 6:30PM
- Where: 125 20th St S,Birmingham, Alabama, 35233
Holiday closures in Birmingham
As you plan your Labor Day adventures, there’s a few places around town you can’t enjoy until Tuesday.
Here’s our list of “don’t go” spots for Labor Day:
- Jefferson County offices will be closed.
- USPS will not be delivering any mail.
- Banks will be closed, but most ATMs will be open.
- The Birmingham Public Library will be closed.
- Public + most private schools are closed for the holiday.
How will you be making the most of your Labor Day in The Magic City? Let us know on Facebook + Instagram.