Gearing up for Labor Day weekend
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ESCANABA -- Communities in the Upper Peninsula and around the country are preparing to celebrate Labor Day, a holiday that recognizes workers and labor union activists -- though many tend to view the holiday as a marker of the end of summer and a reason to party and barbecue.
Here’s a taste of what will be happening in the local area during Labor Day weekend:
– ROCK: The 81st annual Labor Day celebration hosted by the Rock Lions Club is scheduled for Saturday. After an “America 250”-themed parade at 11 a.m. ET, activities include kids’ tractor pulls, bounce houses, a bean bag tournament, cowpie bingo, a flea market, live music by Crossfire, food, drink and more.
– NAHMA: On Sunday, the celebration in Nahma Township Park kicks off with an 11 a.m. parade. Live music performances include the Grand Design Band from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET and Stonewall from 4 to 8 p.m.
Multiple food trucks, craft tables, beer and refreshments, a bounce house, cake walk, log sawing, nail-pounding contest, horseshoes, axe throwing, arcade games and more also feature at Nahma’s event.
– ESCANABA: On Monday, the Delta County Trades and Labor Council hosts its parade in Ludington Park this year -- a shift because of the construction on the main street -- starting at noon after an 11 a.m. ET lineup.
At the Municipal Dock -- the parade destination -- people will find bounce houses, obstacle courses, food vendors, beer tent, raffles and live music.
Grand Design Band will be playing covers of songs from the 1950s and 60s, classic rock and country.
– ANTIQUE VILLAGE: The Steam and Gas Engine Association’s annual show is always held on Labor Day weekend in the Antique Village on the Upper Peninsula State Fairgrounds. This year, it’s from Sept. 4 through 7.
At the main event, a tractor show, A Minneapolis theme will be seen. Rounds of chainsaw competitions will take place on Saturday afternoon.
– MANISTIQUE: Known for its Labor Day car show, this Schoolcraft County city welcomes attendees to the holiday celebration that begins on Friday. food trucks, live music, raffles and family-friendly activities at the New House Junction on Oak Street. A car cruise rides at 7 p.m.
The car show will be held on Saturday, beginning with an 8 a.m. registration and lineup. The show opens at 10 a.m., with the awards ceremony at 3 p.m. ET.
Another free event at the Highway 2 Community Drive-in Theater will follow Saturday’s events, with a double feature screening of “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” and “The Breakfast Club” sponsored by Wheaty’s Pub.
– CEDAR RIVER: The 34th annual "The Biggest Littlest Bridge Walk" across the Cedar River will benefit CASA of Menominee/Marinette, an organization serving local children who have experienced abuse or neglect and are involved in the court system.
The event takes place Saturday, with music at the Cedarville Township Hall, adjacent to J.W. Wells State Harbor, at 10 a.m. CT. The walk across the Cedar River ensues at 11 a.m. After, activities and live music will be at the Halfway bar and Grill.
Details about community events in the region may be submitted by email to rbranstrom@dailypress.net to be included in a future, extended version of this list.