Labor Day is here and rather than cry in our beer over summer’s end, we’re working with it the best we know how, by finding awesome free things to do. This weekend’s picks include an art show at Governors Island, fireworks, Shakespeare, seaside parties, a Star Trek-themed art show and more. We’ve also thrown in a few paid admission events at the bottom, if you have some cash to spare.

Friday, September 2
PARTY: Select Summer Fridays: Joakim for Labor Day Weekend hosted by Kate Atherton
This weekly summertime chillfest goes big for Labor Day weekend featuring renown France electronic artists Joakim on the decks.
Le Bain at the Standard, 444 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10014
3pm

PARTY: Luau at Rippers
Featuring live music, tiki frozens, kalua pig and poke bowls.
at Rippers, Beach 86th Street, Rockaway
6pm

ART: The [Space Trip] Art Show
Trekkies won’t want to miss this group show that features over 50 artists inspired by Star Trek. It’s timed to coincide with the big convention on tap this weekend.
Gristle Tattoo, 26 Bushwick Avenue
7pm-10pm

THEATER: Point Break LIVE
Jamie Keeling’s live theatrical parody of 1991 zen surfing classic Point Break is performed for one night only at Rockaway Beach Surf Club. Of note, this production is known to recruit a willing audience member to play Johnny Utah.
at Rockaway Beach Surf Club, 302 Beach 87th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11693
Doors at 7pm, show at 9pm

FIREWORKS: Friday Night Fireworks
It’s the last weekly fireworks display of the season in Coney Island. For best viewing, head to boardwalk or beach between West 10th Street and West 15th Street.
at Coney Island
9:30pm

THEATER: Shakespeare: Measure for Measure
Critically acclaimed troupe The Drilling Company returns to Bryant Park to present their final Shakespearean production of the season, Measure for Measure. The production runs through September 17.
Bryant Park,
Friday and Saturday, 7pm; Sunday, Sept 4, 3pm

Saturday, September 3
ART: 9th Annual Governors Island Art Fair
This annual community-minded art fair takes over abandoned military barracks on Governors Island and fills them with painting, photography, sculpture, installation, video, and sound art. New this year, the fest expands to Castle Williams. Open every weekend in September.
Governors Island
10am-7pm

PARTY: Locals Labor Day Bash
Tunes courtesy of Brother Rich, Tacoway Beach grub, and frozen margaritas are on the menu at this annual party hosted by Locals Surf School.
at Rockaway Beach Surf Club, 302 Beach 87th St, Far Rockaway, NY 11693
6pm

FESTIVAL: Rockaway Beach Jazz Festival 2016
This jazz festival returns to the boardwalk in Rockaway for its third year. Performers include The Ancient Quartet, 718 from Brooklyn, and the quintet led by raga pianist Richard Bennett.
Beach 97 Rockaway Beach, New York
6pm

MUSIC: King Pussy Face, Ryan Sawyer, Ereptile Destruction & Slam Section
Members of Union Pool’s fam show off their musical prowess at this free show.
at Union Pool, 484 Union
8pm

Sunday, September 4
FESTIVAL: Summer on the Hudson: West Side County Fair
You’ll find carnival rides, bands, sideshow performers, aerialists from House of Yes, food and more at this Upper Westside outdoor todo. Among the bands set to take the stage are City Stompers, Ol’ Savannah, and Big Dog Run. Justin Wood hosts.
Pier I in Riverside Park South at West 70th Street, New York, NY
1pm–6pm

MUSIC: Staten Island Philharmonic Concert Presents The British Are Coming…Again
Infuse your Labor Day weekend with some classics by The Beatles, Queen, Andrew Lloyd Webber, and much more performed by the Staten Island Philharmonic. This performance is outside and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, etc. (The Staten Island Philharmonic also performs the same set on Saturday, September 3 at 4pm at the Conference House)
Alice Austen House, 2 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305
4pm

Monday, September 5
FESTIVAL: Caribbean Carnival
Costume bands, masqueraders, moko jumbos, and more bring the caribbean spirit to the streets of Crown Heights. This annual event is always one of the summer’s most colorful and exciting celebrations and also features food, arts and crafts and more. The parade comes at the end of a 4-day string of events organized by the West Indian American Day Carnival Association (WIADCA).
Time: 11am-6pm
Location: Eastern Parkway and Schenectady Ave, ending at Flatbush Ave.

PARTY: YES Labor Day Taco Extravaganza!
“12 hours straight of hot meat, dirty dancing and delicious chillness. Quality convos. Sunshine vibes on the insides.”
at House of Yes, 2 Wycoff Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
2pm-2am
Free before 4pm with RSVP, otherwise $5-$10

PARTY: BACCHANAL
Den Entertainment presents the third and final soiree of their rooftop pool summer holiday series at Jimmy. Valissa Yoe, Stephanie Roxanne and Kamalata are on the decks.
at Jimmy at The James, 15 Thompson Street, New York, NY
3pm
RSVP

BOOKS: In Fine Style, The Dancehall Art of Wilfred Limonious Book Launch Party
Al “Fingers” Newman and Christopher Bateman pay tribute to reggae art king Wilfred Limonious in their new book In Fine Style. Celebrate the book’s release at Rough Trade with Limonious-related DJ sets from Al Fingers, Scratch Famous and JD.
at Rough Trade, 64 North 9th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11249
7pm

Paid Event Picks
Friday, September 2
FESTIVAL: Summer’s End Music Festival
Soon-to-be-closing Aviv hosts this three-day festival that features Milo, Honduras, Pill, Sonnymoon, Guerilla Toss, Tall Juan, Sports, Surf Rock is Dead, and more.
Aviv, 496 Morgan Avenue, Brooklyn, New York
September 2-4
$30 3-day pass, $10-$15 single-day passes

COMEDY: The George Lucas Talk Show
George Lucas, as played by Conor Ratliff, has given up movies to become a comedy/talk show host. Tonight’s guests include Ira Glass (This American Life), and Achilles Stamatelaky (Broad City).
UCB East, 153 East 3rd St., New York, NY 10009
Midnight
$5

Saturday, September 3
COMPETITION: The 9th Annual Coney Island Beard and Moustache Competition
Fans of facial hair will be flocking to Coney Island for this annual contest co-hosted by Adam RealMan and Mistress B. In addition to finding out who has the best natural beard, best styled moustache and more, spectators will be treated to performances by The Flying Kavadlo Brothers and Stephanie Serpentina.
1280 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
8pm
$20

FOOD: The BreakFestival
Food Karma Projects is teaming up with Extra Crispy for a food festival devoted to the first meal of the day, breakfast. Top chefs will be serving up fan favorites like bacon, biscuits, french toast, eggs, pancakes, and more. And, don’t think you’ll go away thirsty as coffee, craft beer, cider, and breakfast cocktails are also on the menu. Plus, you’ll find live entertainment, a “Breakfast Around the World” station, and food competitions. Running two-days with two sessions each day, the all-inclusive culinary brouhaha goes down riverside at Solar One.
Solar One, East 23rd at East River Park
September 3 & 4, 2pm-5pm & 6pm-9pm
$45

PARTY: Open Air Day Party at North Brooklyn Farm
Conditioner and Good Timin’ curate a day of dance in honor of the Farm on Kent. Dance on a grassy dance floor to beats served up by Jex Opolis & Ivan Berko, Nina & Ashlyn, DJ Nicely & Will DiMaggio, and more.
The Farm on Kent, 320 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
2pm-11pm
$10-$20

FILM: Double-Feature – Badlands & Days of Heaven
Film Forum is currently hosting a Return of the Double Feature Series, where, duh, you get two films for the prize of one. For Saturday during Labor Day weekend, the series pays homage to Terrence Malick with screenings of the director’s debut Badlands and period romantic drama Days of Heaven.
Film Forum, 209 West Houston Street, New York, NY
Various times
$14

FESTIVAL: Dollypalooza
Everything is coming up Dolly Parton at this epic fan tribute to the big-boobed, Grammy Award winning country singer. Acts include World Famous *Bob*, Darlinda Just Darlnda, Lady Quesda’Dilla, Doll Parts and more.
(le) Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012
6pm-10pm
$20 adv/$27 at the door