While the temperatures may not feel like summer's ending, it’s almost Labor Day weekend in DFW! There are so many ways to close out the summer around town, from pool parties to tribute bands and more. Check out our guide to Labor Day weekend plans and events below, and start making your weekend plans now!
Updated August 2024
DALLAS LABOR DAY WEEKEND EVENTS
Dallas Arboretum Family Fun Weekend
Bring the whole family for a weekend of activities, education, live music, food, drinks, and more in one of the city’s most beautiful spots! Kids can enjoy a petting zoo, storytimes, a bird show, bubble paintings, and so much more. Pack a picnic to enjoy there, or purchase summer classics like brownie sundaes, hot dogs, and root beer floats! Plus, sample garden vegetables and sweets while you learn gardening and baking tips!
Date & time: August 31st through September 2nd
Location: Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Price: Included with garden admission
White Rock | Directions
Labor Day Weekend at Camp Pool Club
Soak up the summer sun before it’s gone with poolside cocktails and skyline views! The stunning rooftop pool at the Virgin Hotel will be camp themed with live DJs, giant lawn games, food and drink specials, pop-up shops, rooftop movies, and more – all weekend long. Purchase a pool pass for entry, or book a luxe Labor Day staycation!
Date & time: August 30th to September 2nd, times vary
Location: The Virgin Hotel
Price: Varies
Design District | Directions
Granbury Labor Day Weekend Festival & Sidewalk Sale
Head to Granbury for fun on land and on the water all weekend long! This free and family-friendly festival will feature dozens of sidewalk sales and local vendors on the square, plus kids activities and live music on the Pavilion Stage!
Date & time: August 30th through September 2nd
Location: Granbury Square Plaza
Price: Free
Granbury | Directions
Labor Day Weekend Luau
Transport to the tropics this Labor Day at Legacy Hall while supporting a good cause! A portion of ticket sales will be donated to aid victims of the Maui wildfires. Enjoy endless entertainment including live hula and fire dancers, a Kenny Chesney cover band, and a limbo competition!
Date & time: September 1st from noon to 9:30pm
Location: Legacy Hall
Price: $5 to $65
Plano | Directions
Steve Aoki Concert
See world-renowned DJ, Steve Aoki in concert this Labor Day Weekend! His show in Dallas is happening at Stereo Live, a divey spot for nightlife. The show goes ‘til 2am Monday night, so dance the night away and sleep in on your day off!
Date & time: September 1st from 10pm to 2am September 2nd
Location: Stereo Live
Price: $49.99
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EpicWaters Labor Day Pool Party
Make a splash this long weekend at this epic waterpark! Swimmers of all ages can beat the heat in the insane wave pool before it closes for the summer, go down waterslides, and more! Plus, the park will have special Labor Day-themed food and drinks, interactive activities, and a dance party with a live DJ!
Date & time: September 2nd, all day
Location: EpicCentral
Price: Free
Grand Prairie | Directions
Frisco RoughRiders Game
Temps will still be high this Labor Day, but you can keep cool while you watch the game from a lazy river! Cheer on DFW’s minor league baseball team while you enjoy classic ballpark concessions and float with 360-degree views of the field. Bring your own towel, but the park does provide floaties! After the game, the park will have fireworks!
Date & time: September 2nd at 6:05pm
Location: Riders Field
Price: Varies
Frisco | Directions
Texas Pool Closing Day
Everything's bigger in Texas, even the pools! Take a dip in this 168-thousand-gallon outdoor saltwater pool that's shaped like the state of Texas before summer ends! Labor Day is the last day the pool is open until Memorial Day 2025, so get those Texas-sized cannonballs in while you can!
Date & time: September 2nd from noon to 6pm
Location: The Texas Pool
Price: $5 for members, $10 for visitors
Plano | Directions
Hilton Anatole Santa Cabana
In the spirit of summer ending, the pool at Hilton Anatole is transforming into ‘Santa Cabana’! The pop-up will be decked out in holiday decor, complete with a beach-ready Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Families can write letters to Santa while they enjoy a beach-entry pool, two winding water slides, and a 630-foot lazy river!
Date & time: September 1st from 10am to 2pm,
Location: JadeWaters at Hilton Anatole
Price: Varies, day passes available through ResortPass
Design District | Directions
Day & Night Swim Waterproof Rooftop Pool Party
Swim, drink, and mingle on the 19th floor of The Statler Hotel! ALIST Dallas is hosting a party day to night to celebrate the long weekend at Waterproof.
Date & time: September 2nd from 1pm to 2am
Location: Waterproof
Price: Varies from free to $100
Downtown | Directions
MORE WAYS TO CLOSE OUT THE SUMMER
Take a dip in a hotel pool, even if you're not staying there!
Cool off at 10+ kayaking and paddleboarding spots around town.
Float the river somewhere in Texas.
Beat the heat with indoor activities.
Take a day trip to a destination just a few hours away from Dallas.
Get on the water at the best lakes in Texas.
Head to Austin for outdoor activities, fun nightlife, and more.
