COLUMBUS, Ohio ( WCMH ) — Labor Day weekend is almost here, and central Ohio is preparing to celebrate with several traditional events loaded with all types of entertainment, food and live music.
From arts festivals to parades and family-friendly activities, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Check out these top Labor Day happenings across the region, and plan your weekend with fun and festivities in mind.
Central Ohio passenger rail project takes next step forward Bexley Labor Day Block Party
Date: Sunday, Sept. 1 (3-8 p.m.)
Location: Main Street, Bexley
Highlights:
• Block party with live music, delicious food, family-friendly activities, and more
• Bexley BrewFest featuring craft brews, seltzers, and ciders from Ohio breweries ( ticket required for BrewFest )
Canal Winchester Labor Day Festival
Dates: Saturday, Aug. 31, Sunday, Sept. 1 & Monday, Sept. 2
Location: East Waterloo Street & North High Street, Canal Winchester
Highlights:
• Tailgate Party for the OSU football game with a GIANT screen
• The BEST musical acts from Ohio
• Mini golf in the Stradley Park Greenspace
• Crafters market along East Waterloo Street with 40+ Vendors
• FREE silent disco and gaming trailer
• Ohio School of Falconry shows
Circleville – New Life Church Fireworks Blast
Date: Sunday, Sept. 1 (4:30-10 p.m., gates open at 4 p.m.)
Location: 7766 Stoutsville Pike, Circleville
Highlights:
• FREE event with inflatables, sand volleyball, corn hole, silent auction, and fireworks
• Family-friendly with affordable concessions
• One of the largest fireworks displays in south central Ohio
Newark Labor Day Parade
Date: Monday, Sept. 2 (noon-1 p.m., parade will form at 10 a.m.)
Location: Newark (Starting at South 3rd Street and Walnut)
Highlights:
• Celebrate workers with floats, walking, or riding in the parade
• Parade ends at USW Hall at 350 Hudson Ave., Newark
• Food provided at USW 244 Union Hall around 12:30 p.m., rain or shine
Salad chain founded in Columbus plans expansion Worthington – St. Michael Church Labor Day Weekend Festival
Dates: Friday, Aug. 30 (7-11 p.m.), Saturday, Aug. 31 & Sunday, Sept. 1 (5-11 p.m.)
Location: 5750 N. High Street, Worthington
Highlights:
• Music, rides, food, bake sale, raffle, casino and silent auction
• Saint Michael Kid Zone Extravaganza featuring bounce houses, slides, games, face painting, balloon animals, and more (Friday, Aug. 30, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.)
Upper Arlington Labor Day Arts Festival
Date: Monday, Sept. 2 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.)
Location: Northam Park, Upper Arlington
Highlights:
• Celebrating the arts since 1966 with around 120 artists
• Hands-on art activities and live music
• Fine art and fine craft work including paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, and sculptures
West Jefferson Ox Roast
Dates: Saturday, Aug. 31-Monday, Sept. 2
Location: Garrette Park, West Jefferson
Highlights:
• Traditional ox roast festivities
• Food, games, and community activities
West Liberty Labor Day Festival
Dates: Friday, Aug. 30-Monday, Sept. 2
Location: Lions Club Park, West Liberty
Highlights:
• 59th annual festival with FREE admission
• Exhibitors, food trucks, antique equipment, and vendors
• Parade on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
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