Consumers who are looking to do some late back-to-school shopping or pick up materials for a home project over Labor Day weekend are in luck.

While banks and United States Postal Service offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2, most retail stores will be open on the holiday. Grocery stores and restaurants will largely remain open as well.

The federal holiday celebrates "the social and economic achievements of American workers" and is rooted in the late nineteenth century, when labor activists pushed for a federal holiday "to recognize the many contributions workers have made to America's strength, prosperity, and well-being," according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City, and by 1894, 23 more states had adopted the holiday. President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the first Monday in September of each year a national holiday on June 28, 1894.

Here's what you need to know about retail stores and whether or not they'll be open on Labor Day.

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Is Target open on Labor Day?

Target stores will be open on Labor Day, the company told USA TODAY. Store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding its specific holiday hours.

Is Walmart open on Labor Day?

Most Walmart stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Labor Day, a company spokesperson told USA TODAY. However, store hours can vary by location, it is best to reach out to your local Walmart or check the online store directory before heading to the store.

Are TJ Maxx, Marshall's or HomeGoods open on Labor Day?

Yes, all three stores will be open their regular hours on Monday, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Are Home Depot, Lowe's or Ace Hardware open on Labor Day?

Most Home Depot stores will be open on Labor Day, however hours may vary by location, so check with your local store for its specific hours.

Lowe's stores will be open their regular operating hours on Monday.

Ace Hardware stores are independently owned and operated, so hours vary by location. Customers are encouraged to check with their local stores to confirm business hours on holidays.

Is Costco open on Labor Day?

According to Costco's website, warehouses will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2.

Is Macy's open on Labor Day?

Yes, Macy's stores will be open regular hours on Monday, Sept. 2, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Nordstrom open on Labor Day?

Nordstrom store hours vary by location, so check with your local store regarding their holiday hours.

Is JCPenney open on Labor Day?

Yes, JCPenney stores will be open their regular hours on Labor Day.

Are Gap or Old Navy open on Labor Day?

Holiday hours for both stores vary by location, so customers are encouraged to contact their local store for specific hours.

Are Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's open on Labor Day?

Yes, both stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday. Some stores are subject to the hours of their malls or shopping centers, so check with your local store for their specific holiday hours.

Is IKEA open on Labor Day?

Yes, IKEA stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Labor Day, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Is Dick's Sporting Goods open on Labor Day?

Yes, Dick's Sporting Goods stores will be open their regular hours on Labor Day.

Is REI open on Labor Day?

Yes, REI stores will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday, the company told USA TODAY.

Is Burlington open on Labor Day?

Burlington stores will be open on Labor Day. Customers can visit Burlington.com to find specific hours for their nearest store.

Are Staples, Office Depot or OfficeMax open on Labor Day?

Staples stores will be open their regular operating hours on Monday, the company confirmed to USA TODAY.

Office Depot and OfficeMax stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Labor Day.

Are Petco or PetSmart open on Labor Day?

PetSmart stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Labor Day, the company told USA TODAY.

Petco stores will be open their regular operating hours.

Is Tractor Supply Company open on Labor Day?

Yes, Tractor Supply Co. stores will be open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday.

Is Belk open on Labor Day?

Yes, Belk stores will be open regular hours on Labor Day, the company told USA TODAY.

Gabe Hauari is a national trending news reporter at USA TODAY. You can follow him on X @GabeHauari or email him at [email protected].