When is Labour Day (International Workers’ Day) 2027?

Labour Day (International Workers’ Day) in 2027 is a public holiday in 160 countries. Most observe it on May 1, 2027 (144 countries).

It is observed on more than one date because some countries follow a different calendar — see the full breakdown below.

International Workers’ Day, or Labour Day, honours workers and the labour movement. Most countries observe it on 1 May. (The United States and Canada hold their own Labor Day in September.)

On March 20, 2027 · 1 country

On March 22, 2027 · 1 country

On May 1, 2027 · 144 countries

On May 3, 2027 · 4 countries

On May 24, 2027 · 1 country

On June 4, 2027 · 1 country

On June 19, 2027 · 1 country

On September 6, 2027 · 6 countries

On October 25, 2027 · 1 country

Frequently asked questions

When is Labour Day (International Workers’ Day) 2027?
Labour Day (International Workers’ Day) 2027 falls on May 1, 2027, observed as a public holiday in 160 countries.
How many countries observe Labour Day (International Workers’ Day)?
Labour Day (International Workers’ Day) is a public holiday in 160 countries in 2027.