Labor Day weekend marks one of the last opportunities to enjoy summer festivities. Celebrated on the first Monday of September, Labor Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors the contributions of American workers to the nation’s development and achievements. Spending Labor Day weekend in Washington, DC, is a fantastic way to enjoy the long weekend. Here are some top recommendations for activities in the area:
Spend Labor Day 2024 in DC
National Symphony Orchestra’s Labor Day Concert
On Sunday, Sept 1st, 2024 at 8:00pm, attend the National Symphony Orchestra’s annual Labor Day weekend concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. This year, the NSO, led by the dynamic conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, will perform timeless pieces by Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, John Philip Sousa, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and more. The concert will also feature a special performance by Grammy-nominated rapper and beatboxer Christylez Bacon. It’s a must-see event! It’s free and no tickets are needed, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn more here for additional information and updates.
Museums
Take the opportunity to explore the vast array of Smithsonian Museums in DC. Notable institutions include the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the National Air and Space Museum, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and the National Portrait Gallery, among others. Be sure to check each museum’s hours and admission details before visiting. Find a complete list of museums, visiting hours, and safety protocols here.
Labor Day Parade
The City of Gaithersburg and the Gaithersburg-Washington Grove Fire Department are celebrating the unofficial end of summer with the 86th Annual Labor Day Parade on Monday, September 2, 2024, starting at 10:00am. The parade will showcase a vibrant mix of high school marching bands, dance groups, costumed characters, antique cars and fire engines, equestrian units, clowns, and more as they make their way down East Diamond and Russell Avenues. Food vendors will also be available at Olde Towne Plaza and the parking lot adjacent to the Gaithersburg-Washington Grove Fire Station. Plan your trip and read more here.
Tour the Monuments and Memorials
A perfect way to celebrate Labor Day weekend is by touring the monuments and memorials in DC. Be sure to check out our Capitol Express Day or Night Tours. Learn about the city’s rich history and beautiful landmarks on our fun and educational narrated golf cart tours. These tours are a fun and stress free way to visit all of the popular sites without needing to create a plan or research on your own. Capitol Express Tours is a local business that will take you to see the iconic monuments and memorials within DC on our narrated tour down Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House to the Capitol and through the heart of the National Mall where you can see various monumental landmarks, memorials, and other sites that show the interesting details of the nation’s capital with the ability to customize your tours as well. Book your tour today!
