Labor Day Weekend Events and Festivals in the Southeast

Things to Do for Labor Day Fun in Alabama, Georgia and Kentucky

Labor Day, an annual federal holiday in the United States, celebrates the achievements of the American work force with a national day off on the first Monday in September. A time for relaxation with family and friends as well a chance to bid farewell to summer with a long weekend, Labor Day is a popular time for special events and festivals throughout the country. This round-up offers a selection of several fun ways to celebrate Labor Day in the Southeastern United States.

Labor Day Weekend 2009 - Friday, September 4 - Monday (Labor Day) September 7

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Alabama Events

• Huntsville Botanical Garden's Scarecrow Trail
  Huntsville, Alabama - September - October, 2009
  Labor Day kicks off the Huntsville Botanical Garden's fall season and Scarecrow Trail with special family friendly events. On selected dates during September and October, fall fun includes the much anticipated weekend music and hayrides, a Sorghum Maze, a scarecrow judging competition, the Enchanted Forest and more. For additional information, visit the Huntsville Botanical Garden Web Site. Also, visit About.com's City Guide to Huntsville for more Labor Day weekend events.

Georgia Events

• Annual Labor Day Weekend Catfish Festival
  Kingsland, Georgia - September 5 – 7, 2009
  The largest festival in Southeast Georgia, the annual Labor Day Weekend Catfish Festival features three days of southern-fried catfish, country music, a parade, arts and crafts booths, collectibles and antiques, a family-friendly amusement area, a classic car and tractor exhibit, 5K run, an annual pancake breakfast and more. In addition to the featured catfish, vendors will sell other popular food items such as hot dogs and hamburgers, fries and onion rings, barbecue, boiled peanuts, funnel cakes and soft drinks. For additional information, visit the Events Calendar at the Kingsland, Georgia Convention and Visitors Bureau Web Site.
  
  
• Art in the Park
  Marietta, Georgia - September 5 - 7, 2009
  Enjoy one of the largest juried art shows in the Southeast during Labor Day weekend at the 21st Annual Art in the Park festival. Held in Victorian Glover Park, this fine art show highlights 150 artists, plus Kid's Row for family fun, walking tours of five registered historic districts and more. For additional information, visit the Marietta Business Association Web Site.
  
  
• Callaway Gardens' Sky High Hot Air Balloon Festival
  Pine Mountain, Georgia - September 4 - 6, 2009
  This annual Callaway Gardens Labor Day Weekend festival features old-fashioned fun and the beauty of the sky filled with the color of hot air balloons. Highlights include balloon rides, family-friendly activities, music, exhibits, demonstrations and more. Friday evening features a gorgeous balloon glow. Additional Information.
  
  
• Celebrate Freedom Atlanta
  Atlanta, Georgia - September 5, 2009
  104.7 The FISH, Celebrate Freedom Atlanta, Atlanta's largest free one-day outdoor concert will take place on Saturday during Labor Day weekend at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers from 8:30 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. For additional information about the concert and where to obtain free tickets, visit the Celebrate Freedom Atlanta Web Site.

Kentucky Events

• Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival
  Winchester, Kentucky - September 4 - 6, 2009
  Enjoy street dances, arts and crafts, concerts, food, paintball and fireworks at this annual festival. For additional information, visit the Winchester Web Site.
  
  
• The Rhythm is Gonna Get You - The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's Summer Series Finale
  Covington, Kentucky - September 5, 2009
  The Kentucky Symphony Orchestra's annual summer series finale offers a great way to boogie goodbye to summer with What is Hip. Remember to pack a blanket or lawn chair for this outdoor event. Picnics are welcome and inexpensive concessions are available. Admission and parking are free, although a $5 donation is suggested. For additional information, visit the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra Web Site.