Waving Goodbye to Summer

August 21, 2024

With Labor Day approaching, we’re waving goodbye to summer with some last minute Labor Day ideas, sports highlights and concert tips to close out Summer 2024.

Last Minutes Plans for Labor Day

Not sure what to do for Labor Day? Our top Labor Day ideas are to race to Monmouth Park for this year’s BBQ & NJ Craft Beer Festival, enjoy time with family and friends as you gather at Liberty State Park, or hit the road and enjoy Labor Day weekend in Newport, RI at Newport Winery.

More Labor Day Ideas

Need a few more Labor Day ideas? How about a Labor Day Dinner cruise on the Hudson? Think you can hang? Checkout H0l0’s Resolute Labor Day Weekend event spanning 17 hours (Sunday 3:00 pm – Monday 8:00 am) of nonstop music. Not quite your idea of waving goodbye to summer? Bananas Comedy Club highlights Zara Garg and Levity Live hosts Ian Lara Labor Day Weekend.

A stretch limo is pictured at sunset parked in front of a football stadium. The parking lots begin to glow as the sky darkens creating a sleek backdrop of the pristine limo. As the sunsets we're reminded we're waving goodbye to summer.

Are you ready for some football? Or Tennis?

First things first, the US Open Fan Week is August 19 – 25, 2024. Learn about all the pretournament action here and tournament schedules here. See the New York Giants and New York Jets for their preseason matchup at MetLife Stadium. We continue waving goodbye to summer and focus on more Giants action at their 100th Season Celebration Weekend, which includes Fan Fest, Giants Foundation 5k & Kids Run, and their Home Opener against the Minnesota Vikings. Catch the NFL on the road in London October 6th or 13th.

Additional Sports

With a few short weeks left don’t miss out on the end of season match ups for the New York Yankees and New York Mets. With Copa America in the rearview, catch one of three remaining home games for the New York Red Bulls.

Concert Tips

As we are waving goodbye to summer we must also say so long to this year’s summer concert series. Catching one of the last concerts for Summer 2024? Enjoy these concert tips.

Arrive Early: Arriving early removes the stress of rushing to catch the show. Give yourself time to get a prime spot/find your seats, first dibs at some merch, find the closest restroom and maybe grab a snack before the show starts.
Know Before You Go: Each venue has their own rules which can vary with each event. Checkout the venue website to get a heads up on what is/isn’t allowed. There can be bag restrictions, prohibited outside food, or restricted camera use.
Dress Comfortably: Even if you have reserved seats you could be walking a lot depending on the venue. Sneakers are a great concert go to. Be mindful of the weather if your concert is outdoors, a light jacket or layers may be a good idea.
Stay hydrated: Earplugs are often overlooked as concert must haves. No matter how close or far your seats are, these can come in handy.
Plan Your Transportation: You can drive, take public transportation (to some venues), or schedule car service. Research your options and what will be easiest for you. Keep in mind some venues charge parking fess depending on the event they’re hosting. It can also vary by vehicle type.
Bring Cash: We all know most vendors and venues are cashless, however having some cash on hand is always a good idea in case of emergencies.
Be Respectful: Everyone is there for the same reasons as you, to listen to good music and enjoy themselves.
Stay Aware of Your Surroundings: Know where your exits are in case of emergency, keep an eye on attendees getting out of hand and stay clear.
Enjoy the Moment: Yes we all want to remember the great time we had and share our experience, however sometimes the best thing to do is put the phone away to truly experience the moment without worrying about capturing it.