By: Lindsay Garbacik By: Lindsay Garbacik | August 26, 2022 | Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Community,
The end of summer? Already, really? Worry not. Labor Day weekend is speedily approaching and there is a fabulous array of activities and specials happening in the city that are seriously worth checking out. Sunset cruises, restaurant specials from top local chefs, and once-a-year festivals are set to make this Labor Day weekend a memorable one.
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Stock up on party provisions from the renowned Arnaldo Richards’ Picos. The restaurant will sell its take-home Picos cooler pack, consisting of bottled margaritas. Available in classic lime, strawberry, and mango, and served frozen, on the rocks, or in a pouch, this is a convenient and tasty option for LDW sipping. For food, check out the fajita feast packs and order a full platter of delicious fajitas, with your choice of protein, perfect for catering a party or feeding all your friends. Orders can be placed here.
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Dates: Friday, Sept. 2 - Monday, Sept. 5
Strap on your dancing shoes and prepare for an immersive weekend of Latin dance performances, artwork by Latin artists, delicious food, and numerous dance class opportunities. This four-day event is filled with cultural moments and is a great way to learn more about Houston’s Latin culture.
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Kick back and relax with a Labor Day weekend sunset cruise around Lake Conroe. The float lasts two hours and includes music and light bites, but bring your own booze if you intend to drink.
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Date: Monday, Sept. 5, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Celebrate Labor Day and the full reopening of the popular barbecue shop with this daylong, family-friendly event. Enjoy outdoor games, a pet-friendly patio, complimentary drinks from Tequila Arette and Eureka Heights Brew Co, and live entertainment from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at this end-of-summer bash.
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Date: Monday, Sept. 5
Hang out at Heights & Co. this Labor Day for a beautiful burger and beer deal. For just $14, guests will be able to choose from a Bordelaise burger or a classic burger and their choice of canned or bottled beer. Also special for Labor Day, try the Jala-Pina Margarita for just $9. It’s made with tequila, pineapple-guava juice, agave, and jalapeño.
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Date: Monday, Sept. 5
Head to Thai hotspot Kin Dee for live music and 20% off for service industry staff, all day this Labor Day. Their menu is inspired by four unique regions of Thailand and includes delicious dishes like Panang curry with jasmine rice, Thai flower dumplings made from butterfly pea flower herb, and drunken noodles. Reservations can be made here.
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Kick off the start of football season at this lit al fresco sports bar. Catch match-ups between Oregon and Georgia, Utah and Florida, and Notre Dame and Ohio State, as well as broadcasts of local team games all weekend long. On Saturday and Sunday, enjoy $5 bloody Marys and mimosas until 5 p.m. To celebrate the start of football season, find a mini-golf putting green, corn hole, and outdoor yard games. For this weekend only, enjoy the specialty Treehouse Touchdown cocktail.
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Date: Monday, Sept. 5
Close out the traditional summer season with a Labor Day Weekend baseball game. The Texas Rangers will face off against the Houston Rangers for the ultimate Texas v. Texas matchup.
Make the most of this Labor Day weekend by exploring some of the fabulous activities happening locally in Houston.
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