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title: Have the Perfect Labor Day Weekend in Scottsdale
description: Labor Day is a fun time to visit Scottsdale. Here are a few of the many awesome activities that you can enjoy here this weekend as you savor the end of the summer season. 
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# [Have the Perfect Labor Day Weekend in Scottsdale](https://www.visitingscottsdale.com/have-the-perfect-labor-day-weekend-in-scottsdale)

 Written by [Bailee Wilson](https://www.visitingscottsdale.com/author/bailee-wilson) | Sep 1, 2023 11:28:41 PM

Labor Day is a fun time to visit Scottsdale. Here are a few of the many awesome activities that you can enjoy here this weekend as you savor the end of the summer season. 

Spend time on the water: To beat the heat, you can head to one of [Scottsdale's lakes](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/scottsdale-lakes-rivers/) for a day of boating or kayaking. For an adventure that will give you an adrenaline rush, go [rafting or tubing on Salt River](https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/outdoor-adventure/rafting-tubing-water-sports/)! 

Visit an amusement park: Amusement parks are amazing places to enjoy fun as a family! There are a few great options, including [Great Wolf Lodge Water Park,](https://www.greatwolf.com/arizona) [Castles N' Coaster,](https://www.castlesncoasters.com/) or [Enchanted Island Amusement Park.](https://www.enchantedisland.com/)

Go shopping: Snag some great deals this Labor Day! Search for bargains on big-name brands at the [Phoenix Premium Outlets](https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/phoenix)! You can also check out the [Scottsdale Fashion Square](https://www.fashionsquare.com/) or [The Promenade.](https://scottsdalepromenade.com/) 

Take a hike: Enjoy the nice weather by going for a hike. Scottsdale has [fantastic hiking trails](https://www.alltrails.com/us/arizona/scottsdale) around Echo Canyon Recreation Area McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Tonto National Forest, and other wide open spaces. 

Visit a farmers market: Browse an assortment of locally grown foods and handmade artisan goods while enjoying entertainment at a local farmers market. Visit [Roadrunner Park Farmers Market](https://arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com/roadrunner-farmers-mkt) or [Uptown Farmers Market](https://uptownmarketaz.com/).

Happy Labor Day! Hope to see you in Scottsdale! 

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