SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - A three-day weekend is on the way in observance of Labor Day on Sept. 1. This federal holiday, held annually the first Monday of September, honors the American labor movement and the contributions of workers across the nation. 

It’s a time to appreciate the people whose work helps keep the country strong, and for many families, a chance to relax and enjoy time together. 

Here are a few Labor Day weekend celebrations that residents can look forward to.

Midtown’s Fremont Park will be lively from Aug. 30 through Sept. 1 with the Chalk Art & Music Festival, presented by local nonprofit organization Chalk It Up! 

The free, three-day celebration runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily, featuring live music, artisan vendors, food trucks and local brews. 

Since 1991, the event draws visitors from throughout the Sacramento Valley to enjoy the arts community and the creative process in action.

Attendees can watch artists transform the park’s sidewalks into colorful chalk murals in a performance-art style, with each piece created during the festival. 

With help from sponsors, donors and volunteers, Chalk It Up! has kept the event free for 35 years. 

It is recommended for attendees to bring cash or cards to purchase any food, drinks and crafts. For more information, visit chalkitup.org or email [email protected].

Sac Vintage Market will collaborate with Propagate Plants & Gatherings to celebrate its six-year anniversary with a pop-up market. 

The event blends Sacramento’s vintage market and plant-loving communities, offering curated vendors, rare plants, home décor and artisan goods.

Guests can shop while enjoying coffee, music and conversations with neighbors. 

Whether you’re a longtime supporter, a vintage enthusiast or simply seeking a unique community gathering, the Sac Vintage Market promises a fun afternoon of connection and discovery. The event is free to attend; any purchases made will be from individual vendors.

The market will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 31 at 1700 I St. 

The Best Races will host a Labor Day Run Saturday, Aug. 30 at Sutter’s Landing Park, 20 28th St., with start times at 7:30, 8 and 8:30 a.m. This race celebrates the contributions of workers while promoting fitness and community.

Participants can choose from a family one-mile fun run, 5K, 10K or half marathon. All ages and paces are welcome; those participating can either run or walk. 

Registration includes a swag bag with a running T-shirt, finisher’s medal and more. Tickets range from $32 to $52; those interested can sign up at bit.ly/4mjANib (case sensitive) or email [email protected].

The Sacramento Central Labor Council, American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO), will host its Labor Day Picnic from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 1 at Fairytale Town, 3901 Land Park Drive, to honor union workers in the Sacramento area.  

The picnic is free for registered union members and is a family-friendly event featuring food from Oz’s BBQ, with beer and wine available.

Clean Slate, a soul, R&B, pop and rock group, will perform and there will be various activities for children.

Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets and sunscreen for a relaxed afternoon celebrating with fellow union members and their contributions to the community. 

Register at sacCLC.regfox.com/2025-labor-day-picnic or call Teresa at 916-927-9772.