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."
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 Splash Night in downtown Sugar Hill @ The Bowl. (8/30)
- Sing your heart out to Queen classics at Norcross' Summer Concert Series (8/30)
- There will be a Toon-Fest pop-up on the Duluth Town Green for all cartoon fanatics to take part in fun activities (8/31)
- Peachtree Corners Town Center will also be putting on their own tribute concert titled Ticket to the Moon: An ELO Tribute (8/31)
- Stone Mountain Park celebrates the holiday with the Lasershow Spectacular in Mountainvision followed by a special fireworks display on all three nights, August 31 through September 2.
- 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.
Enjoy your day off! Comment below, and tell us how you'll celebrate this Labor Day.
