25 Things To Do Labor Day Weekend

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1. Climb a Lighthouse. The 1866 Southport Lighthouse and its accompanying maritime museum are open Thursday-Sunday. Southport Light Station Museum Details>

2. Are you thinking Giant Jenga, Bocce, Cornhole, or Volleyball on the beach? You can rent those items and more at the Kenosha Beach House on Simmons Island. There are also events to enjoy.

3. Enjoy the classic cars at the Kenosha History Center Classic Car Cruise-in Night on Friday, August 29.

4. Enjoy “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” at Movie Night in the Park on Friday, August 29. This is at Petrifying Springs Park.

5. Experience the Bristol Renaissance Faire. Open Saturday, Sunday, and Labor Day Monday - this is the closing weekend.

6. Relax with a free Sunrise Sound Bath at Kemper Center on Saturday, August 30.

7. See lots and lots of classic cars on the streets of Downtown Kenosha. The Kenosha Classic Cruise-In is Saturday, August 30.

8. Ride an authentic Electric Streetcar through Downtown Kenosha and along the water. Rides are free on August 30!

9. Shop at Kenosha HarborMarket on Saturday. Purchase the ingredients for your cookout! While you're in the area, stop inside the Kenosha Public Museum or Civil War Museum and enjoy the exhibits.

10. Also shop at Kenosha Public Market on Saturday.

11. Free, self-guided, family-friendly nature activities await you at Pringle Nature Center / Bristol Woods Park during Leave No Child Inside: Summer's Last Fling on Saturday, August 30.

12. Enjoy live music at the Hansen Park Beer Garden and Petrifying Springs Biergarten.

13. Rent a duck-themed pedal boat, kayak, or water trike from the Kenosha Community Sailing Center.

14. Hit the fields for Raspberry Season and Sunflower Season at Thompson Farm.

15. Be amazed at a water ski show. The final Aquanut Water Show of the season is Saturday, August 30.

16. Spend a Saturday night at the car races. On August 30, Wilmot Raceway hosts the Bandit & WingLESS Championship.

17. Fore! Enjoy a round of golf or disc golf. There are fabulous courses in the Kenosha Area!

18. Go fishing! We’ve got the lakes if you’ve got a fishing license!

19. Stroll through the Sculpture Walk - HarborPark along the harbor. 

20. Enjoy a picnic at one of our beautiful parks or beaches. Visit places like Tenuta's Delicatessen, The Buzz, and Morelli's Deli Catering for sandwiches to go, or fixings to fill your picnic basket.

21. Enjoy classic cars on display at Petrifying Springs Park. The Southern Wisconsin All Airborne Chapter Car Show is on Sunday, August 31.

22. Be one with the trees at Boundless Adventures, an outdoor aerial adventure park.

23. Shop for deals at Wilmot Flea Market at the Kenosha County Fairgrounds on Sunday.

24. Enjoy the classic cars at the Bristol 45 Diner Cruise-In Night on Labor Day.

25. Head out on your bike. There are more than 150 miles of dedicated bike lanes and signed routes in Kenosha County.

And no matter how you do Labor Day weekend in the Kenosha Area – if you are out and about at attractions, restaurants or events, take lots of photos and submit your favorite ones to our Picture Your Kenosha Photo Contest HERE>

Note: some events are weather dependent. Check event Facebook pages and websites for the most up-to-date information.