Philadelphia and its surrounding counties always have something going on. It’s Labor Day weekend, which means Philly will be hosting the Made in America concert. But there are also art gallery showings, block parties and five-mile runs filling the weekend with fun. We’ve found the top (and affordable) choices of what to do this weekend, Aug. 31-Sept. 3, in and around Philadelphia and down the shore.
Aug. 31-Sept. 3
What: Budweiser Made in America Festival
This sixth annual, two-day music festival will once again take over the Parkway with a variety of artists on multiple stages. A few of the artists featured this year are Kendrick Lamar, Meek Mill, Nicki Minaj, Diplo and Janelle Monae.
Where: Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia
When: Saturday, Sept. 1 through Sunday, Sept. 2
Cost: Varies
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What: Autumn de Forest – The Power of She
This Stone Harbor art gallery welcomes artist Autumn de Forest, who has been painting professionally since the age of five. This exhibit includes sea creature images, floral themes and more.
Where: Ocean Galleries, 9618 Third Ave., Stone Harbor, New Jersey
When: Fri., Aug. 31 through Sunday, Sept. 2 from 6 to 10 p.m.
What: Friday Night Fireworks in Wildwood
Grab a blanket or a beach chair and head to the beach to watch this awesome fireworks display every Friday through the summer.
Where: Pine Avenue and the Beach, Wildwood, New Jersey
When: Friday, Aug. 31 at 10 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Hands On History
Kids will love learning about history as they get their “passport” stamped while doing arts and crafts, writing with a quill pen, churn butter and much more.
Where: Historic Cold Spring Village, 720 Rt 9 S, Cape May, New Jersey
When: Saturday, Sept. 1 through Sunday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Wildwood Block Party and Music Festival
This family-friendly festival offers crafts, games, rides, food and plenty of live entertainment.
Where: Fox Park, Ocean and Burk avenues, Wildwood, New Jersey
When: Sunday, Sept. 2 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Blue Corn Lifestyle: Organic and Green Fest
This organic festival promotes living a sustainable lifestyle and centers around corn. The festival will combine old Mexican traditions with modern-day Mexican farmer culture along with lots of food, music and dancing.
Where: Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, 101 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia
When: Sunday, Sept. 2 from noon to 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
What: Labor Day Race
This race is a five-mile beach run or 1-mile fun run/walk to wrap up the summer.
Where: Beach, 23rd and Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ
When: Monday, Sept. 3 at 9 a.m.
Cost: $25 on race day
