The Ultimate Labor Day Weekend 2022

Labor Day Weekend, or LDW for short, is around the corner. Are you ready?

To plan the ultimate Labor Day Weekend, you’ll need to choose your celebration, schedule it early, and get there on time. Our list includes tips along the way and some of the top events in the NJ/NY area.

Let’s dive into each step to create your top Labor Day experience.

Choose Your Celebration

Everyone celebrates long weekends differently, so we’ve listed below some of the top ways to enjoy LDW 2022.

Getaways

Some top spots to jet or drive off to for LDW 2022 include:

Key West, Florida
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Ocean City, Maryland
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Cancun, Mexico
Miami, Florida
New York, New York

Staycations

If you’re on a budget or want to keep it local, you can set up a comfortable staycation during the 3-day weekend. A few staycation ideas include:

Using your backyard for the ultimate BBQ
Renting a boat or doing a boat tour and spending a day on the water
Going fishing with friends and the kids
Trying out whale or dolphin watching if you live near the shore

Local Venues

Plenty of local spots are sure to have something going on for Labor Day.

Check out:

Local beaches and lakes for fireworks
Vineyards for food truck events and live music
Your town or neighboring towns’ events calendar for things like block parties, fireworks, and parades
Concerts and festivals at event centers near you

Check out these lists of LDW events specially made for those in New Jersey and New York.

Plan It Early

If you leave your Labor Day plans for the last minute, you’ll be limited to local options that don’t require tickets. Try to plan your holiday at least two weeks in advance to get a jump on the crowds.

This includes: