Number 1

Did you know Beyonce’s birthday is on Labor day? Her birthday is the 7th of September which means every once in a while it falls on Labor Day.

Number 2

Oregon was the first state to initiate Labor Day in 1887.

Number 3

The first Labor Day was celebrated on Tuesday September 5th 1882 and a parade was held in New York.

Number 4

Labor day is the unofficial end of the summer.

Number 5

53% of Americans travel on Labor Day weekend 34% by car and 14% by plane. The number 1 spot is Charleston, South Carolina.

Number 6

Labor day is considered the unofficial NFL kickoff.

Number 7

The first Waffle House was opened on Labor Day in 1955 in Georgia.

Number 8

Labor Day is the third most popular holiday for grilling third to July 4th and Memorial Day.

Number 9

The first Labor Day was a protest to poor working conditions and 16 hour work days.

Number 10

Most countries celebrate Labor Day on May 1st and it’s called International Workers Day.