April's Pink Moon
The Full Moon in April is called Pink Moon, but it also has other names, like Sprouting Grass Moon, Fish Moon, Hare Moon, Egg Moon, and Paschal Moon.
Labor Day is also known as May Day and is a public holiday in many countries across the world. It usually occurs around May 1, but the date can vary.
Is May Day a Public Holiday?
May Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In 2021, it falls on a Saturday, and some businesses may choose to follow Saturday opening hours.
Labor Day, also known as May Day, is a day of rest and is usually held in early May.
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About May Day
Read more about May Day.May Day Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sun | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | May 2 | Day off for May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Sat | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Mon | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Thu | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | May 1 | May Day | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Sat | May 2 | Day off for May Day | Public Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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