Check out what’s open + closed on Labor Day in Birmingham—2024

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Birmingham will be putting in work this Labor Day. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

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

The Summit
Culinary Dropout will be up and running on Labor Day. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Culinary Dropout

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille

Bay Leaf

North Italia

Firebirds

Emmy Squared Pizza

Labor Day happenings around town

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Topgolf is ready to host you and your friends for Labor Day. (Matthew Niblett / Bham Now)

Topgolf Birmingham

Labor Day Food Truck Fest

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Pies & Pints FSU vs Boston College Watch Party

Holiday closures in Birmingham

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The Jefferson County Courthouse will be closed on Labor Day. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

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.

Sarah Morgan Freeman
Sarah Morgan Freeman
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