Labor Day 2018: What's Open, Closed In Minneapolis, St. Paul

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — For most people, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer, with the Minnesota State Fair ending and kids and college students in the Twin Cities heading back to school. This year, Labor Day is Monday, Sept. 3.

Because Labor Day is a federal holiday, it means a day off work and no school for children, and many municipal services are also closed.

Minneapolis and Saint Paul city government offices will be closed. There will be no city garbage and recycling pickup Sept. 3.

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In Minneapolis ouseholds’ garbage and recycling pickups scheduled for Sept. 3 through Sept. 7 will occur one day later (Tuesday, Sept. 4 through Saturday, Sept. 8) than their normal schedules. Minneapolis 311 services and the Public Works Transfer Station will be closed.

The city's parking meters will not be enforced during the holiday, but all other parking restrictions in the city remain in effect and are subject to enforcement, including Park Board meters along Minneapolis parkways, University of Minnesota parking meters and those of private organizations who operate their own meters.

Always read the information posted on the meter to be certain.

The office closures do not affect 911, Minneapolis police and fire emergency services. City offices will resume regular business hours Tuesday, Sept. 5.

Closed

• Local, State, and Federal offices
• Libraries
• Banks/financial institutions
• Post offices
• Waste Management: Refuse collection will be delayed by one day

Open

• Most businesses and retail centers are open on Labor Day, but it's always best to double check hours or call ahead.
• Liquor stores can legally be open in Minnesota on Labor Day, but some stores may decide to close for the holiday.

William Bornhoft is Patch's Minnesota editor. Reach him at William.Bornhoft@Patch.com

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