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Labor Day in the District

Metro Editor

Published: Monday, September 5, 2011

Updated: Tuesday, September 6, 2011 21:09

 

Its that time of year again..summer is coming to an end, and in 2 weeks, on
September 23rd it will be official. However, Labor Day—marks the end of the
scorching hot season, those white linen pants, and the enjoyment of most public
swimming pools.
 
Don't spend your holiday weekend stationed in front of the television catching
up on the Lifetime Movie Network marathon—when the celebration is merely
a metro ride away. Today the city is full of free parties, concerts, cookout, and
specials— check out a few of the DC Labor Day Happenings:
 
Labor Day Concert at the U.S. Capitol
Get Classy with the National Symphony Orchestra at their annual Labor Day
concert.
Sunday, September 5, 2011, 8 p.m. East Capitol and First Streets.
 
Kennedy Center Page-to-Stage Festival
September 5, 2011. The Kennedy Center hosts more than 25 local theater
companies in a series of free readings and open rehearsals of plays and
musicals. This event gives audiences a chance to see the new works being
prepared for Washington premieres in the 2011–2012 theater season.
 
Abbey Road on the River - Beatles Tribute Festival
September 5, 2011. Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD. More than 50
bands from around the world and Beatles fans will come together to share peace,
love, and rock-n-roll.
 
Washington Nationals Grand Slam Weekend
September 5, 2011, Nationals Park, Washington DC. Monday- $5 Ticket Offer,
Patriotic T-Shirt Giveaway.
 
Greenbelt Labor Day Festival
September 5, 2011. Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Rd., Greenbelt,
MD . Have a Fun Family Day at the Greenbelt Festival with carnival rides,
games, a petting zoo, art exhibits, athletic tournaments, the Miss Greenbelt
 
pageant and live entertainment. The carnival hours will be from Noon to 7 p.m.
Monday.
 
Labor Day Sunday Social at The Lost Society
Celebrate Labor Day at the new restaurant lounge on U Street, that's got
everybody hype!
 
Labor Day Sunday Cookout at the Park
Enjoy a day at the park filled with fun, food, and music!
920 14th Street NW
6pm-3am

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