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 more than 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. Check out our guide to the Best Beaches in Northeast Ohio for details. 

Enjoy some fun in the sun at a local Outdoor Water Park

Alien Adventure Corn Maze at Lake MetroPark Farmpark

A spaceship has crashed again at Farmpark! Help Groot and friends locate the missing aliens throughout the maze and report your findings. Follow winding paths that steer you to intersections where you must decide which way to go. A play area is located near the entrance of the maze and includes alien cutouts that provide great photo opportunities. {Find Out More}
When: Open Tuesday through Sunday (weather and conditions permitting), August 18-October 14, 2018; 9am-5pm
Where: 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd. (Rt.6), Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: Regular Farmpark admission applies.

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: August 30-September 3, 2018
Where: 1289 Edison St. NW, Hartville, OH 44632
Cost: FREE Admission

You may be interested in: Best Flea Markets in Ohio

Labor Day Family Weekend at Wanake Camp & Retreat Center

It’s family time at its finest! Enjoy fellowship, activities, and rest as a family and grow closer together! Attend family sessions, swim, canoe, hike, play games, enjoy a led horse ride, and rock climb. Stay in a cabin or retreat center or your own RV or tent. All meals are included. It all begins Friday at 7pm and concludes Monday after brunch. {Find Out More}
When: August 31-September 3, 2018
Where: 9463 Manchester Ave. SW, Beach City, OH 44608
Cost: For information about tiered rates, click here.

Drive-ins & Outdoor Movies

Pack up the car and take your family and friends to a Drive in Movie Theater. 

Movies at the Lake
Enjoy a family-friendly Disney movie at the lake on a giant, inflatable BIG screen. Enjoy camping, cabins, boating, fishing, beach swimming, kayaking, and Kids Explorer of Nature programs. {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 2, 2018; Movies begin at dusk (approx. 9pm).
Where: Pleasant Hill Lake Park, 3431 State Route 95, Perrysville, OH 44864
Cost: $5 per car

FREE Sidewalk Cinema in Kent, OH
Bring your family and watch a movie. Co-sponsored by Standing Rock Cultural Arts. {Find Out More}
When: Fridays, August 31, 2018; Movies begin at dusk
Where: Hometown Bank Plaza, 142 N. Water St., Kent, OH 44240
Cost: FREE

Made in Ohio Arts & Crafts Festival

This juried festival features more than 160 Ohio artisans, local food, entertainment and all that Hale Farm & Village has to offer. Vendors include jewelry artists, potters, woodworkers, glass artists, soap and lotion makers, quilters and a variety of unique artisans. Celebrate Ohio! {Find Out More}
When: August 31-September 2, 2018; 10am-5pm
Where: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH 44210
Cost: $5 admission to the festival as well as the grounds, buildings, and period craft demonstrations of Hale Farm & Village. Ohio Wine and Beer will also be available on the Gatehouse Patio.

FREE Killbuck Early American Days

Killbuck Early American Days will be held Labor Day Weekend in the quaint little village of Killbuck, OH, nestled in the hills of Southern Holmes County. There will be lots of fun, free things to do. {Find Out More}
When: September 1-2, 2018
Where: Main St., Killbuck, OH 44637
Cost: FREE

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

Food, Rides, Demolition Derby, Racing, Truck & Tractor Pull, Live Entertainment and more! {Find Out More}
When: August 28-September 3, 2018
Where: 305 Wertz Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44708 
Discounted Fair Admission Days: 

• Tuesday, August 28 – $5 Reduced Price Gate Admission. Children under 3 are FREE with an adult. Reduced price admission does not include rides.
• Friday, August 31 – FREE Gate Admission for Kids 14 & Under with an Adult. $10 Discounted ride wristbands all day on Kid’s Day.
• Monday, September 3 – FREE Gate Admission with Military ID. Rides are not included with free admission.
• Monday, September 3 – $5 Reduced Price Gate Admission. Children under 3 are FREE with an adult. Reduced price admission does not include rides.

Canfield Fair (Mahoning County)

Food, Rides, Demolition Derby, Racing, Truck & Tractor Pull, Live Entertainment and more! {Find Out More}
When: August 29-September 3, 2018
Where: 7265 Columbiana Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406 

Geauga County Fair

13,000 Exhibits, over 2,000 Animals, Rides Open Daily, Fair Food, Games, Live Entertainment and more! {Find Out More}
When: August 30-September 3, 2018
Where: 14373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH 44021 

Find out more about these and other Upcoming County Fairs in Ohio

Cleveland National Air Show at Burke Lakefront Airport

Tour unique aircraft, watch the US Navy Blue Angels perform, help pack a parachute, get a picture with a pilot, and much more during this festival of flying, food, and outdoor fun. {Find Out More}
When: September 1-3, 2018
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 Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Kickoff football season with a portable action-packed field goal game. In this workshop, you and your child can build a game to test your aim. Simply flick or drop-pluck the ball through the goal posts to score a field goal worth three points. Once the game is built, your child can customize it with paint and stickers—play solo or with a friend and switch between field judge/scorekeeper and placekicker. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 9am-12pm
Where: Home Depot Locations across Northeast Ohio
Cost: FREE

Wondering what to expect: Check out our pictures and review of our experience at the Home Depot Kids Workshop

Kids Club: Hedgehog Craft at Michaels

Kids age 3 and up can make a Sprout Floogal Windsock. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 10am-12pm
Where: Michaels stores across Northeast Ohio
Cost: $2 per project, supplies included.

Walk through a HUGE Sunflower Field

The HUGE Sunflower Field in Avon is in bloom and just waiting for you to come visit and walk through! Sadly it may be the last year, so don't miss this unique experience. 

FREE Saturday Craft for Kids at Lakeshore Learning

Drop by the store to make a My First Day of School Mobile. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 11am-3pm
Where: 27500 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
Cost: FREE

FREE First Saturdays at the Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland

MOCA Cleveland is free and open to all on the first Saturday of each month. Join people of all ages and interests as you explore the building and exhibitions and take part in family-friendly workshops and activities. Drop-in adult tours introduce the art and MOCA's unique architecture. The Open Art Studio (12pm-3pm) provides guided, hands-on making and experimenting for everyone. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 11am-5pm
Where: 11405 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106
Cost: FREE

FREE Jammin' Food Truck Fest

Make sure to bring your appetite for this end of the summer celebration featuring a variety of food trucks, live music all day, beer garden, wine-tasting and more! This event will be in the Lower Level of Historic Schoenbrunn Village in New Philadelphia. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 11am-7pm
Where: Historic Schoenbrunn Village, 1984 E. High Ave., New Philadelphia, OH 44663
Cost: FREE; food available for purchase.

FREE Do the Mu: “Tiny Buildings” with Kat Francis at Massillon Museum

Construct your own miniature house or building with reclaimed materials from MassMu’s construction project and supplies. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 12pm-2pm
Where: 128 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, OH 44646
Cost: FREE

FREE Stow Summer Sunset Blast

Fireworks, Beer, kids activities, festival food and more! 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: September 1-2, 2018; 3pm-10pm
Where: Silver Springs Park, 5238 Young Rd., Stow, OH 44224
Cost: FREE Admission

FREE Family Hike & Fire at Summit Metroparks

Look and listen for nocturnal wildlife on a short hike, then gather around the campfire and roast marshmallows (while supplies last). {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 7pm-8:30pm
Where: Liberty Park Recreation Area, Twin Ledges Area, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
Cost: FREE

Go 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 Labor Day Weekend Cleveland Pops Orchestra Concert

Presented my Main Street Elyria in conjunction with the City of Elyria, the concert will kick off at 7:00pm in Ely Square. Bring your lawn chairs down to Ely Square in Downtown Elyria and join us for a free, thoroughly entertaining day complete with jazz and blues, an out-of-this-world night of world-class music by the Cleveland Pops Orchestra. We’ll have activities for the whole family. {Find Out More}
When: Saturday, September 1, 2018; 7pm-10pm
Where: Ely Square, 400 Broad St., Elyria, OH 44035
Cost: FREE

FREE Admission to Lake Metroparks Farmpark for Lake County Residents

Lake County residents enjoy free admission to the Farmpark on the 1st Sunday and 3rd Tuesday of each month. (Must show a valid ID.) {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 2, 2018; 9am-5pm
Where: 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
Cost: FREE

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 2, 2018; 12pm-6pm
Where: Lorain Port Fest Black River Landing, 319 Black River Ln., Lorain, OH 44052
Cost: FREE admission

FREE Summer Serenades in the Park Symphony Concert

Enjoy a free symphony concert with the Canton Symphony Orchestra at the Petros Lake Park amphitheater! Activities start at 6 pm and the music begins at 7:30 pm. Bring blankets, games, chairs, and a picnic! {Find Out More}
When: Sunday, September 2, 2018; 6pm-9pm
Where: Petros Lake Park, 3519 Perry Dr. SW, Canton, OH 44706
Cost: FREE

FREE School's Out Cookout at Summit Metroparks

Enjoy a day off of school at Liberty Park! Families are invited to cook their hot dogs over a fire, and then explore the park through nature play. Condiments will be provided, but families are asked to provide their own hot dogs. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, September 3, 2018; 11am-12:30pm
Where: Liberty Park Recreation Area, Nature Center, 9999 Liberty Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087
Cost: FREE

FREE Riverfront Cruise-in in Cuyahoga Falls

The Riverfront Cruise In is the best place to be on Monday nights! Join host Don Sitts Auto Sales in this fun, family friendly event showcasing classic cars from a variety of eras and includes music, raffles, and prizes. {Find Out More}
When: Monday, September 3, 2018; 4pm-8pm
Where: Falls River Square, 2200 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Cost: FREE

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 25-26, 2018 & September 1-3, 2018
Festival of Saint Rocco in Cleveland – August 30-September 3, 2018
Cleveland Labor Day Oktoberfest – August 31-September 3, 2018
Stow Summer Sunset Blast – September 1-2, 2018
Jammin' Food Truck Fest – September 1, 2018
Made in Ohio Craft Festival at Hale Farm & Village – August 31-September 2, 2018
Gross Schechter Day School 2018 Totally Kosher Rib Burn Off – September 3, 2018
83rd Annual Njegos Day Cleveland Serbian Cultural Festival – August 31-September 2, 2018
St. John Cantius Tremont Polish Festival – September 2, 2018

 Visit OhioFestivals.net for a even more festival options

Labor Day Celebration at Lake Anna in Barberton

Check out these Labor Day Celebrations taking place in Barberton over Labor Day Weekend.

• Jeep Davis Run, Musical Programs & Fireworks – Saturday, September 1, 2018
• Annual Barberton Labor Day Parade – Monday, September 3, 2018; 10am

Other Fun Options

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.

Playground of the Week: KidStation Playground & Safety Village

Check out this unique fire station themed playground in Stow. This is a great playground for older children as the equipment offers some challenging rock walls, ladders and climbing structures.

Then located next two the playground is a fun little miniature city with road signs, traffic stops, buildings and roads that kids can ride their bikes on.

Want to find other amazing area playgrounds? Check out our list here. 

Have a great weekend!