If you’re one of the lucky people with a long weekend away from work, here are some fun, free things to do in the Charlotte area on Labor Day Weekend, 2019. Make sure to follow the links to get the details on the times, locations, and other important information.
Looking for even more Labor Day Weekend events? Scroll down for our complete calendar of free events from Friday, August 30th, to Monday, September 2nd, 2019.
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Yard Art Day
Yard Art Day
Monday, September 2nd, 2019
Various times and locations
After a year’s hiatus, the tradition of Yard Art Day returns to Charlotte (and other locations) on Labor Day. Residents and business owners, professional artists, hobbyists, and families, will be creating art in their yards for the community to enjoy. Follow the above link to learn how to participate in creating the art and enjoying it.
U.S. National Whitewater Center’s Labor Day Celebration
U.S. National Whitewater Center Labor Day Celebration
Sunday, September 1st, 2019
9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
U.S. National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
Free admission. $6 for parking, and a charge for races and other activities
The Whitewater’s annual Labor Day celebration features live music by Durand Jones and the Indications, yoga, trail races and fireworks.
Matthews Alive
Matthews Alive Festival
Friday, August 30th, to Monday, September 2nd, 2019
Stumptown Park, S. Trade Street Matthews
Admission is free. Charge for rides.
Matthews’ annual Labor Day festival includes a parade, music, kids’ activities, crafts and games. Admission is free, but you have to buy tickets for the rides and games.
Sixth Annual Charlotte Kosher BBQ Championship
Sixth Annual Charlotte Kosher BBQ Championship
Monday, September 2nd, 2019
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Levine Jewish Community Center, 5007 Providence Road
Admission is free. Charge for food.
Admission and parking are free for this fun event. There will be live music, kids’ activities and a mechanical bull. A limited number of tasting tickets are available for purchase, and lunch will be sold as well.
Front Porch Sundays
Front Porch Sunday in South End
Sunday, September 1st, 2019
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shook Kelly, 2151 Hawkins Street
Free admission, but it’s a market, so bring money for shopping, food, and drinks.
The first Sunday of the month the South End puts on an event with 65+ local vendors, a couple of food trucks, live music, pet adoptions and more.
Charlotte Labor Day Parade
Charlotte Labor Day Parade
Monday, September 2nd, 2019
11 a.m.
Uptown Charlotte
The parade route is from the Hal Marshal Center, south on Tryon St. through The Square, turning on 3rd St, and ending on College Street.
3rd Annual Blue Blaze Brewing Labor Day Celebration
Blue Blaze Brewing Labor Day Celebration
Monday, September 2nd, 2019
12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Free
Blue Blaze Brewing, 528 S. Turner Avenue
Free
Live music, discounted beer and free grilled hot dogs with light fixings (from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.) If it’s cool enough they’ll be having a firepit jam sessions, with instruments on loan. There will also be live music, TBA.
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