Still looking for things to do this Labor Day weekend? We’ve got you covered! If you’re doing the traditional Labor Day camping, check out the list of spots below where you are guaranteed to have a good time! Just remember, if it’s a campground that takes reservations, you’ll want to make sure you reserve right away! If you’re thinking of keeping your week simple, we have some great events that are located within 20 minutes of Sacramento listed below the camping spots. So Happy Labor Day everyone! We hope your time is full of fun, adventure, and family bonding!
Camping Spots:
Auburn State Recreation Area
Features: Hiking, River Access, Boating, & Fishing
Drive time from Sac: 45 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Scotts Flat Lake
Features: Swimming, Lake Access, Boating, & Fishing, Boat Rentals
Drive time from Sac: 1 Hr & 30 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Russian River
Features: Hiking, River Access, Boating, & Fishing
Drive time from Sac: 2 Hrs Directions and Info: Click Here
Sugar Pine Reservoir
Features: Biking, Hiking, River Access, Boating, & Fishing
Drive time from Sac: 1 Hr & 45 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Beals Point in Folsom
Features: Lake Access, Picnic Spots,
Drive time from Sac: 20 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Redwoods near Santa Cruz
Features: Hiking, River Access, Ocean Within 5 Miles
Drive time from Sac: 2 Hrs & 30 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Mineral Bar in Auburn
Features: Hiking, River access, & Fishing
Drive time from Sac: 1 Hr & 15 Min Directions and Info: Click Here
Events:
All American Picnic at the Old Sugar Mill:
Does a picnic in a beautiful outdoor setting with a glass of wine, and some relaxing live music sound like a good time? Then this is the event you are looking for. The Old Sugar Mill is hosting this picnic event that is sure to be a good time. Bring a blanket, wine, and your picnic lunch and get ready to enjoy your day.
Dates: Aug 30, 31, & Sept 1 Time: 11am – 5pm Cost: Free Directions & Info: Click Here
Natomas at Nite: Movies in the Park – Playing Frozen
Come see the hit movie Frozen with the family at this free event in the park. There will be free popcorn and water, and you can feel free to bring any other snacks you can think of. If your kids are still singing those catchy songs, there is no better place to enjoy Frozen than underneath the stars in the great outdoors?
Date: Aug 29 Time: 8pm-10pm Cost: Free Directions & Info: Click Here
Labor Day Fun at the Discovery Museum:
Enjoy the holiday weekend at the Discovery Museum, and learn something while you have fun! Visitors will enjoy a self-guided tour of the Blast from the Past exhibit, kids crafts, a patriotic windsock, and everything else the museum has to offer. Included with admission are planetarium shows at 1pm & 3pm (ages 4 and above only) and animal presentations at noon & 2pm (all ages). Picnics are always welcome on their grounds!
Dates: Aug 30, 31, & Sept 1 Time: 10am – 4:30pm Cost: $6-$8 Directions & Info: Click Here
Annual Rhythm & Blues Labor Day Festival By the River
The Greater Sacramento Annual NAACP Rhythm & Blues Festival will begin with an explosion of gospel entertainment featuring the best choirs, praise dancers, old fashion quartet groups, and soloists. The Rhythm & Blues sound comes from their gospel background, which makes it befitting to start the event with such rich and exciting entertainment.
Date: Aug 30 Time: 11am-on Cost: $5 Directions & Info: Click Here
