Labor Day weekend is upon us, Charlotte. If you’re looking to switch things up from the regular pool and beach activities, we’ve rounded up seven events around town to make the most of the holiday weekend.
Labor Day Celebration | Saturday, Aug. 31—Sunday, Sept.1 | US Whitewater Center
Start the weekend by running a 5K or 15K on the vast trails before winding down to live music and special programming.
Charlotte Labor Day Parade | Monday, Sept. 2 | Uptown Charlotte
Line N. Tryon Street to watch the city’s many organizations march to celebrate our hardworking community.
Matthews Alive Labor Day Festival | Friday, Aug. 30—Monday, Sept. 2 |
Shop from 125+ vendors, dance to live music, and join 100,000+ people in this annual street festival.
Plaza Midwood Summer Series | Saturday, Aug. 31 | Plaza Midwood
Stroll Central Avenue to shop, eat, and drink in this inviting neighborhood.
Labor Day Eucalyptus Celebration | Saturday, Aug. 31—Monday, Sept. 2 | Carolina Lavender & Eucalyptus Farm
Pick your own fresh lavender and eucalyptus in this weekend long market.
Pro tip: Bring clippers and a bucket to keep your clippings hydrated during your commute.
Battle of Charlotte Living History Weekend | Saturday, Aug. 31—Sunday, Sept.1 | Historic Rural Hill
Experience re-enactments of The Battle of Charlotte + music, camp life, cooking, kids’ activities and weapons demonstrations.
Fun fact: Rural Hill was the homestead of one of the signers of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, John Davidson.
Labor Day Maker’s Market | Monday, Sept. 2 | Urban District Market
Shop and dine to live music in this open-air market marking the end of summer.