Labor Day
Labor Day in the United States is a federal holiday, which is annually held on the first Monday of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations’ strengths of and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events.
Labor Day Weekend Events 2014 in the Washington, DC Area
The Washington, DC area has some great events going on this Labor Day Weekend. Here are some suggestions with some related photos:
National Book Festival
Saturday, August 30, 2014. Washington Convention Center (new location and earlier than previous years). Visit with more than 100 award-winning authors, illustrators and poets who will talk about and sign their books.
Labor Day Concert at the U.S. Capitol
Sunday, August 31, 2014, 8 p.m. East Capitol and First Streets, Washington, DC (202) 225-6827. Enjoy a free concert by the National Symphony Orchestra.
Kennedy Center Page-to-Stage Festival
August 30-September 1, 2014. The Kennedy Center hosts more than 40 local theater companies in a series of free readings and open rehearsals of plays and musicals. This three-day event gives audiences a look at new works being prepared for Washington premieres in the upcoming theater season.
DC Blues Festival
Saturday, August 30, 2014, 1-7 p.m. Carter Barron Amphitheater. Washington, DC. This free annual festival features live blues by outstanding local and national acts. Bring the family for a day of soulful and electrifying blues, music workshops, Musical Instrument Petting Zoo and other child-friendly activities.
*For more of detailed information on Labor Day activities in D.C. area, please refer to the following web-site: http://dc.about.com/od/specialevents/a/Laborday.htm
