5 Great Labor Day Activities

It’s that time of year again! The kids are ready to go back to school or maybe you’re ready for them to go back? The days are getting shorter and the cool temperatures are creeping in. Labor Day weekend gives America a chance to savor the warm weather and live your best life!
Here are 5 great Labor Day activities to enjoy on Labor Day weekend in Western Mass.

1. Three County Fair -

Located in Northampton, the Three County Fair is America’s longest-running fair. This year The Fair celebrates its 202nd birthday! From August 30th thru September 2nd you can expect fun for the whole family including livestock and agricultural contests and exhibits, live music, food vendors, demolition derbies. It doesn’t stop there so check out the fair’s event schedule for more details.

2. Old Sturbridge Village -

On Friday August 30th kick off the Labor Day weekend with an afternoon at Old Sturbridge Village for FREE! Free Fun Fridays sponsored by Highland Street Foundation. August 30th is the last Free Fun Friday of the summer so don’t miss it! Get outside and enjoy the weather with the family and learn about how Western Mass operated back in the day.

3. Sonny’s Place -

Sonny’s Place is an easy getaway located just 15 minutes south of Western Mass in the New England farm town of Somers CT. If you’re looking for a variety of indoor and outdoor activities for the family, Sonny’s has got you covered! The newly constructed Sonny’s Pavilion offers a full bar and free live concerts on Friday thru Sunday. At night, you can enjoy the fire pits and relaxing atmosphere. If you prefer a day trip, no worries, the bar will still be open and there is plenty to do! Adults and children can enjoy a plethora of activities including laser tag, virtual reality games, bowling, outdoor go-karting, outdoor mini-golf, batting cages, zip lining and more!

4. Crumpin-Fox Golf Club –

Lobster Week at Crumpin-Fox Golf Club located in Bernardston runs from August 26th thru August 31st. If you feel like savoring the grill and chill season this could be the place for you on Labor Day weekend. On August 30th & August 31st only, lobster dinner will be offered, by reservation only, on the After-Deck at Zeke’s Bar & Grill. If you plan on golfing during the day or prefer to go to lunch at Zeke’s enjoy lobster rolls for just $15 dollars, no reservations required. So grab your friends and enjoy the end of summer at Crumpin-Fox!

5. Six Flags New England –

Savor summer at Six Flags New England! Feel the warm air hit your face on the Superman or rent a private cabana at Hurricane Harbor. Labor Day weekend at Six Flags New England will make you feel as though summer will never end! On August 31st Six Flags will hold its #ThrowShine event sponsored by candy brand 3Musketeers. Select rides will be open after the park closes at 10 pm for event participants. Print this voucher and present it at the event table outside the main entrance from 12 pm to 3 pm. Additional details will be given inside the park!

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