Ever find it strange that crafting a 1,500-word blog post feels like a breeze compared to writing a concise email to your customers?

The reason is simple: emails are direct lines to your readers, and when they’re brief, each word carries significant weight. It has to be perfect.

To alleviate this pressure, I’ve compiled 17 cheerful Labor Day message and greeting templates for your customers, employees, and general audience, suitable for emails, social media, and more. Additionally, you’ll find free Labor Day email banners that you can use as-is or personalize with Canva.

Consider your struggle officially over.

Table of contents

• Concise Labor Day Messages for Social Media
• Labor Day Email Banners
• Labor Day Messages to Employees
• Labor Day Greetings to Customers
• Closed for Labor Day Email Templates
• Words and phrases for your Labor Day greetings

Short Labor Day messages for social

Whether you’re posting on Instagram, Facebook, or even sending a quick email, these succinct and pleasant greetings are sure to resonate.

• Happy Labor Day to the workforce across all industries! The world thrives on your contributions, and each of you deserves respect, appreciation, and a day to unwind. Wishing you a fantastic day!
• Today, we celebrate those who dedicate themselves to their work. Whether your work is paid or unpaid, part-time or full-time, enjoyed or not (though we hope it’s enjoyable)—you play a vital role in keeping the world running smoothly. Thank you, and Happy Labor Day!
• Happy Labor Day, everyone! Thank you for your unwavering hard work. Now it’s time to sit back, relax, and savor your well-deserved day off. You’ve earned it!
• To all the diligent employees out there: Happy Labor Day! A special shout-out to those who tirelessly advocate for workers’ rights. Thank you all for making our world a better place to live and work.
• Wishing our employees, customers, and partners a joyous Labor Day weekend! Unwind and enjoy one last summer celebration!

Labor Day email banners

All images in this post adhere to the standard email header dimensions (600 x 200px). This means you can easily save them directly from the post and incorporate them into your Labor Day emails. Should you wish to add a personal touch, you can modify them using this Canva template link..

Labor day messages to employees

Finding it hard to express your gratitude to your colleagues or team members? Here are some Labor Day email messages that you can adapt to your preferred tone and style.

Short and Sweet

Happy Labor Day to everyone!

I want to express my sincere gratitude for your dedication, hard work, and the direct impact you’ve had on our progress and achievements. As we reflect on the past year, it’s inspiring to see all that we’ve accomplished together. Have a wonderful long weekend, everyone, and return refreshed and ready to reach even greater heights this fall.

***

Short and Energetic

Hi team,

September has arrived, signaling time to shift into high gear. But not before we enjoy a relaxing long weekend! We have ambitious goals for the fall, so make sure to get in those last moments of rest and relaxation before we hit the ground running. See you on Tuesday!

***

From the Leader

Hi everyone,

As we approach Labor Day weekend, I want to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to each and every one of you. Your daily hard work is the driving force behind our organization’s success, our customers’ satisfaction, and the immense pride our leadership team feels in serving you. Keep up the incredible work, everyone—we’re on track for an exceptional fall!

***

Inspiring

Hi team,

“Hard work is a window into a person’s character. Some roll up their sleeves. Some turn up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.” —Sam Ewing

In the spirit of Labor Day, I share this quote because it fills me with pride to lead an organization where, day after day, everyone embraces the “roll up your sleeves” mentality. You show up, you persevere until the job is done, and you support each other through it all.

This is what makes our organization exceptional. So, thank you for consistently demonstrating your readiness to tackle any challenge. Now it’s time to put your feet up and unwind! Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend!

***

Core Values/Culture-Focused

Hey team,

Before we head off for Labor Day weekend, I want to convey my appreciation for all of you—not only for rising to the occasion each day but also for doing so in a way that embodies our core values.

It’s because of this that your efforts fuel not just our goals and objectives, but also our overarching mission. Thank you for your unwavering commitment to your personal growth, our organizational goals, and fostering a culture of respect. Continue the remarkable work, enjoy a well-deserved weekend, and see you next week!

***

Teamwork-Focused

The strength of any organization lies in its team—and the strength of every team lies in its individual members. Each of you brings a distinct set of skills, qualities, and perspectives to the table, and you support one another unfailingly. It’s this dynamic that elevates our company beyond the sum of its parts, enabling us to set and achieve goals we once thought impossible.

So, in honor of Labor Day, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the energy you bring and the dedication you demonstrate toward our mission and values. Enjoy some well-deserved rest and engage in something enjoyable this weekend—you’ve earned it!

Labor Day greetings and messages to clients

Consider using these Labor Day messages for your valued customers and clients.

Broad

To all our customers,

We wanted to take a moment to wish you a happy Labor Day! Thank you for your hard work, your valuable contributions to your communities, and for giving us a reason to love what we do. We wish you a safe and enjoyable weekend!

B2B

To all our valued clients,

Happy Labor Day! Thank you for being such fantastic customers and for your dedication to strengthening the [niche] community. Have a wonderful day!

P.S. We hope you’re enjoying a well-deserved day off and won’t come across this email until Tuesday.

***

Fun B2B

To our amazing clients,

Fun fact: Your jobs are essential to ours! But more importantly, your awesomeness makes our jobs even more enjoyable. So this Labor Day, we want to thank you not just for being customers, but for being exceptional customers. Looking forward to connecting with you soon!

***

Promotion

(P.S. You can find more promotional email examples here.)

Hey there!

It’s Labor Day Weekend! A time to unwind, relax, and avoid lifting a finger. Well, except for one—the one you’ll need to claim your exclusive 40% discount! Take advantage of this offer anytime between now and September 30th. Enjoy!

***

Safe wishes

To all our customers,

Just popping in before you head off to wish you a happy and safe Labor Day weekend! Whether you’re embarking on a journey, staying local, celebrating heartily, or taking it easy, we hope you enjoy a well-deserved break.

Closed for Labor Day email templates

Planning to close for the holiday? Use these email templates to inform your customers.

Basic template

Hello everyone!

This is a friendly reminder that our offices will be closed from ____ to ____ in observance of Labor Day weekend. We trust you’re also taking this opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved break. Thank you for supporting our business and for all you do to keep the world turning!

***

Fun template

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that we’ll be closed from ____ to ____. We’ll be taking this opportunity to relax and recharge for Labor Day weekend. But fret not, we’ll be back in action on Tuesday—we can’t go too long without seeing your smiling faces!

See you then!

Words and phrases for your Labor Day greetings

And if you find yourself needing inspiration for crafting your message, here are some words and phrases to get your creative juices flowing. For an even wider selection, feel free to explore my list of 350+ power words.

Happy Labor Day!

And now, our message to you!

Running a small business is no small feat, yet you persevere day after day. Your business is the lifeblood of your community and a pillar of our economy. Thank you for your unwavering hard work. We wish you a joyous Labor Day filled with relaxation and well-deserved time off!

And if you’re seeking more customer email templates, look no further:

• Halloween Greetings & Sayings for All Your Marketing Needs
• Thanksgiving Greetings & Messages for Customers, Comrades, & Coworkers
• 25 Ready-to-Go Black Friday Messages & Email Templates
• Perfectly-Worded Christmas & Holiday Greetings
• Happy New Year Wishes & Greetings (Plus a Creative Word List!)
• Holiday Emails to Send to Customers (Examples & Templates!)
• Valentine’s Day Messages for Your Clients
• Memorial Day Messages for Your Customers, Coworkers & Community
• Father’s Day Messages & Greetings for All Your Marketing
• Spirited 4th of July Messages & Greetings for Your Customers
• Back-to-School Messages for A+ Marketing