Things to do
The best things to do on Labor Day in NYC
It’s our last chance to truly enjoy all the good things summer has brought us.
Labor Day is the last hurrah of summer, so make it count!
New York City has some incredible beaches you can visit during your three-day weekend, as well as some stunning outdoor restaurants to eat at and tons of events to hit up. And if you’re feeling the need for one last getaway from the city before fall begins, take a look at our excellent list of day trips from NYC.
Make this a Labor Day weekend worth remembering!
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When is Labor Day?
Labor Day is on Monday, September 2, 2024.
What is Labor Day?
Labor Day is an annual workers’ holiday on the first Monday in September. The first Labor Day was organized by the Central Labor Union of New York in 1882.
When is the Labor Day Parade?
It should take you about a week to recover from your three-day party weekend, by which time you can actually honor the national holiday at this joyous parade held on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at 10am. The AFL-CIO hosts the annual event.
Where is the parade?
It typically steps off from Fifth Avenue and 44th Street.
