25 Things To Do Labor Day Weekend

Spend the weekend in Kenosha, Wisconsin!

Labor Day weekend is seen as the unofficial end of summer – though the calendar says otherwise! If you’re looking for something fun to do over the long holiday weekend, here are some ideas:

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.

3. Comedian Mike Ball will make you laugh out loud at the Kenosha Comedy Club, August 30-31.

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

5. See lots and lots of classic cars on the streets of Downtown Kenosha. The Kenosha Classic Cruise-In is Saturday, August 31.

6. Ride an authentic Electric Streetcar through Downtown Kenosha and along the water. Rides are free on August 31!

7. Shop at Kenosha HarborMarket on Saturday. Purchase the ingredients for your cookout!

8. Also shop at Kenosha Public Market on Saturday.

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

10. Be amazed at a water ski show. The final Aquanut Water Show of the season is Saturday, August 31.

11. Say Cheese! Eat Cheese! Celebrate Cheese! Cheese-A-Palooza takes place August 31-September 1.

12. On August 30, enjoy a free Movie Night in the Park. “Barbie” will be shown at Petrifying Springs Park. There will be a costume contest, so come dressed as your favorite BARBIE character for a chance to win a prize.

13. Spend a Saturday night at the car races. On August 31, Wilmot Raceway hosts the Lightning Sprints Championship.

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

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

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

17. August 31, enjoy outdoor activities during the Leave No Child Inside event: Summer's Last Fling. This takes place at Pringle Nature Center / Bristol Woods Park.

18. 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.

19. Book a private pedal bike party with Lakeshore Pedal Tours.

20. Enjoy classic cars on display at Petrifying Springs Park. The Southern Wisconsin All Airborne Chapter Car Show is on Sunday, September 1.

21. Go axe throwing and ziplining at the same place: Boundless Adventures, an outdoor aerial adventure park.

22. Visit the Acrylic International Biennial Exhibition at the Kenosha Public Museum (closed Labor Day).

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

24. Check out the AMC in Hollywood Exhibit at the Kenosha History Center (closed Labor Day). One of the cars on display is the 1962 Rambler American from the "3rd Rock from the Sun" television show.

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

Find even more #KenoshaFun events on our Visit Kenosha Events Calendar HERE>

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.