What's open and closed on Labor Day in Boston in 2025

Labor day falls on Sept. 1 this year, as the nation takes a day off to celebrate the contributions of American workers. It also marks the unofficial end of summer, where we get one last long weekend before the fall chill moves into the region. Many take the weekend get away, savoring the last dregs of the sunniest season.

But the holiday's spot on the calendar this year means it's colliding with one of Boston's most chaotic days: move-in day. About 70% of leases in the city turn over on the first, meaning hordes of box trucks and jam-packed cars descend on the city as renters get into their new digs.

Whether you're high-tailing it out of Boston or laboring away as you unpack, here are the important closures to note:

Federal offices: Closed.

Federal courts: Closed

Post offices: Closed.

State offices: Closed.

RMV: Closed.

State courts: Closed.

Municipal offices: Closed.

Public schools: Closed.

Libraries: Closed.

Trash pickup: Check with your local government or provider. Boston residents can check for pickup delays by searching their address here.

Banks: Most banks will be closed. Check with your preferred location for more information.

Stock market: Closed.

Retail locations: Open.

Liquor stores: Open.

Supermarkets: Open.

MBTA: Subway, bus and The RIDE service will run on a Sunday schedule. The commuter rail will operate on a weekend schedule.

As for ferries, the Hingham/Hull/Logan to Boston route will run on a Sunday schedule. There won't be service on the Hingham to Boston ferry. East Boston, Charlestown and Lynn ferries will run on a weekend schedule. Winthrop and Quincy ferries will run on a weekend schedule on the combined route.

The Charlie Service Center will be closed.