Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer which means it's the last time you can visit many of the warm weather outdoor attractions. Below you'll find details on many Labor Day events taking place across Northeast Ohio. There are so many great things to do on Labor Day, and our extensive list of ideas will help you plan a fun family outing. Enjoy!
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Labor Day Weekend Events
Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique
Fun for all ages! Come pet, feed and interact with all the animals on the farm!
Majestic Meadows Alpacas is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors.
The 20-acre property includes open pastures for you to roam in which gives you a truly unique interactive experience that gets you up close and personal with all the animals on the farm as you walk through the fields.
The farm is home to over 70 alpacas, llamas, miniature cows, horses & donkeys, sheep, goats, two red kangaroos, miniature potbellied pigs and new this year a dromedary camel and a tortoise.
Open daily. Make reservations to experience the farm today!
Enjoy Food, Fun and Fireworks at a Festival or County Fair
Did you know there are over a dozen Ohio county fairs taking place over labor day weekend? Including the Stark, Canfield and Geauga country fairs, plus others across the state? Enjoy live musical entertainment, Midway games and rides, Exhibits and Demonstrations, Children’s activities, and more. Find out more about these and other Upcoming County Fairs in Ohio.
Of course there are many fun festivals taken place this weekend as well, including the Made in Ohio Arts & Craft festival on the grounds of Hale Farm & Village, the Akron Pizza Fest and the Asian Lantern Festival at the Cleveland Zoo.
You can also watch fireworks light up the sky at Stow Summer Sunset Blast, the Barberton Labor Day BBQ & Music Festival, Pleasant Hill Lake Park and Cleveland Octoberfest. Remember to check the schedule and plan ahead as parking may be limited.
Watch Planes and More at the Cleveland National Air Show
The 2021 Air Show will feature the US Air Force Thunderbirds. Each show day, the six select Thunderbird demonstration pilots will put their distinct red, white and blue F-16 Falcon jet fighters through a choreographed 50-minute performance at speeds up to 500 mph and as close as 3 feet from each other. {Find Out More}
When: September 4-6, 2021
Where: Burke Lakefront Airport, 1501 N. Marginal Rd., Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: Tickets are available only in advance, online via the Air Show website – NO GATE SALES.
Go to a Labor Day Parade
Pack up your chairs and a blanket for the kids to sit on, bring a few snacks and drinks and head out to watch a local parade. All ages will enjoy watching the marching bands, ornate floats, historic cars and waving as the participants walk by. If you have a little one, remember to bring a bag to collect candy!
FREE Shaker Heights Labor Day Parade {Find Out More}
When: Monday, September 6, 2021; 9am
Where: The parade begins at the intersection of Van Aken Blvd. and Lee Rd. and marches 1.5 miles eastbound, ending at the Van Aken District
FREE Barberton Labor Day Parade {Find Out More}
When: Monday, September 6, 2021; 10am
Where: Barberton, OH 44203
Explore a Sunflower Field
Sunflowers fields can put a smile on your face in a way few other things can. Their golden happiness is contagious – in a good way! To help spread this joy, we have compiled a list of farms where you can pick your own sunflowers, join in a sunflower festival, or simply enjoy a peaceful walk surrounded by the beautiful sunflower field! {Find Out More}
Score a Treasure at a Labor Day Flea Market
Browse through the unique vendor booths, enjoy delicious foods and search for the perfect treasure to bring home and enjoy. Check out our picks for the Best Flea Markets in Ohio
Listen to a Cleveland Pops Orchestra Concert
Elyria’s annual Labor Day weekend concert features internationally acclaimed Elyria native vocalist Lester Lynch. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 4, 2021; 7pm
Where: Ely Square, 400 Broad St., Elyria, OH 44035
Cost: FREE
Spend the Weekend (or Night) Camping
Many Northeast Ohio Campgrounds are hosting fun activities over Labor Day Weekend including, glow hayrides, kids games & activities, arts & crafts, animal shows, fishing contests, and much more.
Cool Off at an Area Pool, Water Park, or Sprayground
Labor Day weekend is usually the last weekend that many of the local water attractions are open until next year. Don’t miss your last opportunity to cool off. As usual, always confirm hours as some may me limited due to it being the end of the season.
Let your little splash the day away at one of the area spraygrounds & splashpads, shoot down a waterslide at an outdoor water park and enjoy some fun in the sun at one of the beaches in northeast ohio.
Have a great weekend!
