6 Ways to Celebrate Labor Day

You work hard—you deserve a break. Celebrate Labor Day in Gwinnett!

According to the Department of Labor, "Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers.

It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity and well-being of our country."

Rosie the Riveter saying, "Take the day off!"

Want a Labor Day fun fact? Some records show that Peter J. McGuire, general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and a cofounder of the American Federation of Labor, was the first to suggest a day to honor America workers.

There's more. Many believe that Matthew Maguire, a machinist, not Peter McGuire, founded the holiday. Recent research seems to support this. Either way, the Central Labor Union adopted a Labor Day proposal and appointed a committee to plan a demonstration and picnic (thanks, Central Labor Union!).

We're certainly glad the holiday exists and are here to tell you six ways that you can celebrate Labor Day in Gwinnett.

Kick off the weekend with a splash at Rock the Block: Live & Loud Fridays in downtown Duluth. (9/4)
Sing your heart out to the hits of Earth, Wind, & Fire with the Ray Howard Band at Eddie Owen Presents at The Red Clay (9/5)
Catch the WERA Regional Double Header at the Michelin Raceway - Road Atlanta and watch these motorcycles take the track to see who takes home first place! (9/5 -9/6)
Celebrate Labor Day with a fun-filled Gwinnett Stripers game vs the Charlotte Knights at Gwinnett Field with great baseball, ballpark bites, and holiday vibes all week long! (9/1-9/6)
Stone Mountain Park celebrates the holiday with the Lasershow Spectacular, followed by a special fireworks display on all three nights, August 30 through September 1.
The Buford Corn Maze will open for its season on Labor Day weekend. Enjoy their corn maze, hay rides, pony rides, the pumpkin patch, and more.