Below you’ll find details on many Labor Day Events taking place across Northeast Ohio. Enjoy!
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Star Watch and Planetarium Show at The Wilderness Center
The Wilderness Center Astronomy Club members present a planetarium show about the night sky. If it is clear, you can observe celestial objects through different types of telescopes. {Find Out More}
When: Friday, September 2, 2016; 8pm
Where: Wilderness Center, 9877 Alabama Ave. SW, Wilmot, OH 44689
Cost: FREE
FREE Canton First Friday: Downtown for Dogs
First Friday is a monthly party in the downtown Canton Arts District featuring themed music, performance and visual arts events and always a few surprises for adults and children. It is primarily a self-guided tour of local art galleries, studios, stores and restaurants. First Friday begins with a First Stop at the Canton Museum of Art at 5:30pm, followed by the full-out event downtown from 6pm-10pm. {Find Out More}
When: Friday, September 2, 2016; 6pm-10pm
Where: Canton Arts District, 308 4th St. NW, Canton, OH 44702
Cost: FREE
Cleveland National Air Show at Burke Lakefront Airport
Tour unique aircraft, help pack a parachute, get a picture with a pilot, and enjoy a day-long festival of flying, food and outdoor fun. Newly added to the exciting list of Air Show performances this year … Dronewerx! Air Show fans will experience the amazing world of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology (aka drones) in this state-of-the art demonstration. Multiple UAS/drones will fly unassisted by pilots via their onboard computers, performing amazing tasks and flight-paths. {Find Out More}
When: September 3-5, 2016; Gates open at 9am each day
Where: Burke Lakefront Airport, 1501 N. Marginal Rd., Cleveland, OH 44114
Cost: General admission tickets can be purchased at the gate, or at Cleveland area Discount Drug Mart locations Ticket Prices
FREE Kid’s Workshops at Home Depot
The Home Depot Kids Workshop project this month: Build a Back-to-School Whiteboard. In addition to the building project each child also receives a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin, and certificate of achievement. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 9am-12pm
Where: Home Depot Locations across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE
FREE Adventure Kids: Marvelous Monarchs
Discover the amazing world of Monarch butterflies and the incredible journey they undertake each fall. Children will enjoy a story, activities, and outdoor exploration. Please be prepared to go outside. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 10am-11am
Where: Exploration Gateway, 5712 12th St. NW, Canton, OH 44708
Cost: FREE
FREE First Saturdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland
MOCA Cleveland is free to all on the first Saturday of every month. Engage with the exhibitions on view and explore the museum. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 11am-5pm
Where: 11405 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106
Cost: FREE
FREE Family Activities at Massillon Museum
Do the Mu! is the first Saturday of every month. Drop in anytime between 12pm-2pm for a different art + history
workshop taught by local artists or Museum staff. This month’s activity: Tiger Swing Band Paper Cutting with Gary Spangler. No registration is required. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 12pm-2pm
Where: 128 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE
FREE Stow Summer Sunset Blast
Fireworks, community picnic and games! Join the community for Stow’s end of Summer celebration event. Complete with the best fireworks show in the area, this event is all about Fun in Stow! {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 5pm-10pm
Where: Silver Springs Park, 5238 Young Rd., Stow, OH 44224
Cost: FREE Admission
FREE Labor Day Weekend Celebration and Cleveland Pops Orchestra Concert
Bring the family and enjoy great outdoor music and fun presented by Carl Topilow and the Cleveland POPS Orchestra on Labor Day Weekend. In case of rain, the concert will be held on Sunday, September 4 at 7pm. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 3, 2016; 7pm
Where: Ely Square, 131 Court St., Elyria, OH 44035
Cost: FREE Admission
FREE Serenade in the Park Grand Finale
Enjoy the arts in the parks with the Canton Symphony Orchestra at the Petros Lake Park Amphitheater! Activities like life-sized board games and play area with backyard games start at 6pm, and the music begins at 7:30pm. Bring blankets, chairs, games, and a picnic! Wine only is permissible within the amphitheater. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 4, 2016; 6pm-9pm
Where: Petros Lake Park, 3519 Perry Dr. SW, Canton, OH 44706
Cost: FREE
Spend the Day at an area Pool, Water Park or Sprayground
Labor Day weekend is usually the last weekend that many of the local pools, water parks and sprayground are open until next year. Don’t miss your last opportunity to cool off. Note: Be sure to confirm hours on each of the locations listed below. Some are limited due to it being the end of the season.
Details on over 40 Spraygrounds & Splashpads across Northeast Ohio. And many are FREE to use.
Even though we’re miles from the ocean, there are still some nice Local Beaches you can visit
Enjoy some fun in the sun at a local Outdoor Water Park
Labor Day Weekend Festivals
There are many festivals taking place over labor day weekend. Here is just a sample of the fun to be had.
FREE Great Trail Festival – August 27-28, 2016 & September 3-5, 2016
Festival of Saint Rocco in Cleveland – September 1-5, 2016
Cleveland Labor Day Oktoberfest – September 2-5, 2016
Stow Summer Sunset Blast – September 3, 2016
Jammin’ Food Truck Fest – September 3, 2016
Made in Ohio Craft Festival at Hale Farm & Village – September 3-4, 2016
Gross Schechter Day School 24th Annual Totally Kosher Rib Burn Off – September 5, 2016
Visit OhioFestivals.net for a even more festival options
Head to a County Fair
The following country fairs are taking place over Labor Day weekend. Enjoy live musical entertainment, Midway games and rides, Exhibits and Demonstrations, Children’s activities and more. Use the links below to find out the complete event schedule for each fair.
Stark County Fair – August 30-September 5, 2016
Geauga County Fair – September 1-5, 2016
Canfield Fair (Mahoning County) – August 31-September 5, 2016
Find out more about these and other Upcoming Fairs across NE Ohio
FREE Admission to Lake Metroparks Farmpark for Lake County Residents
Get in free to the Farmpark. Valid for Lake County Resident only. Must show a valid ID. First Sunday and third Tuesday of each month. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 4, 2016; 9am-5pm
Where: 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: FREE
Labor Day Celebration at Lake Anna in Barberton
Check out theses Labor Day Celebrations taking place in Barberton over Labor Day Weekend.
- Jeep Davis Run, Musical Programs and Fireworks – Saturday, September 3, 2016
- Annual Barberton Labor Day Parade – Monday, September 5, 2016; 10am
FREE Lorain County Organized Labor’s Annual Labor Day Celebration
The Lorain County Labor Day Celebration is an annual event sponsored by local organized labor with free giveaways, live music, rides, food, and more. Each year, Lorain County organized labor sponsors the Lorain County Labor Day Family Celebration. It is a day local union leadership, union members and other community leaders welcome the community to celebrate the holiday with us and enjoy live music, free giveaways, rides, food, a car show, and more. This year, the Lorain County Labor Day Family Celebration will be at Black River Landing. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 4, 2016; 12pm-6pm
Where: Black River Landing, 421 Black River Ln., Lorain, OH 44052
Cost: FREE admission
Annual Labor Day Weekend Hartville Flea Market Special
Labor Day weekend is one of the largest weekends at Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market. There will be hundreds of outdoor vendors to choose from. {Find Out More}
When: September 1-3, 2016 (7am-5pm) & Monday, September 5, 2016 (6am-5pm)
Where: 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
Cost: FREE Admission
FREE Riverfront Cruise-in in Cuyahoga Falls
Join host Don Sitts Auto Sales in this fun family friendly event showcasing classic cars from a variety of eras. Parking and admission is always free. The event is very close to the FREE Interactive Fountains in Cuyahoga Falls, so you may want to bring some swim suits for the kids! {Find Out More}
When: Tuesday, September 6, 2016; 5pm-dark
Where: Falls River Square, 2200 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: FREE
Other Fun Options
Spend the Weekend 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.
FREE Outdoor Summer Concerts – Enjoy musical entertainment, fresh air and quality time together as a family.
Best Homemade Ice Cream – Visit one (or more) of these locations and enjoy a sweet treat this weekend!
Ultimate List of Things to Do with Kids in Northeast Ohio – Need more ideas and inspiration? Check out our lengthy list of fun things to do in the region.
Have a great weekend!
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