Labor Day is a holiday that began in New York City 133 years ago.

It is still disputed who founded the holiday… Matthew Maguire, a machinist and secretary of the Central Labor Union, or Peter McGuire, the general secretary of the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and cofounder of the American Federation of Labor. Regardless, the holiday was proposed in 1882 on Tuesday, September 5th. In 1884, the holiday began being celebrated on the first Monday of the month, where it remains to this day.

This year Labor Day falls on Monday, September 7th. To help you celebrate “the workingman’s holiday,” here’s a list of the best events the city has to offer.

Electric Zoo Festival
September 4-6

A three-day EDM festival featuring The Chemical Brothers, Above & Beyond, and Alesso with many more acts. The festival will take place at Randall’s Island Park. Tickets start at $89 for a one-day pass and run as high as $440 for the whole weekend. You can get tickets here.

New York Caribbean Carnival: Labor Day Parade 2015
September 7

This one-day festival in Brooklyn draws close to 2 million festival goers every year. In true Caribbean fashion you find plenty food, music, and costumes. Be sure to bring your flag and be prepared to dance. Find out more information here.

Broadway Week
September 7-20

Broadway Week, which is actually a two-week plus ordeal, begins on Labor Day and offers discounts on tickets. A variety of shows are currently offering two for one tickets. So this is a great option for dates, if a friend’s in town or if you just haven’t seen a play in a while. Snag somebody & go!

County Fairs
West Side County Fair | Sunday, September 6th
Richmond County Fair | Friday, September 4th – Sunday, September 6th

Each fair will feature a variety of activities. Ranging from carnival rides, games, food, face painting and more. With one in Manhattan and one in Staten Island, a fair could make near everyone’s list of weekend activities. West Side Co. Fair is free, while Richmond has tickets for sale.

*The New York Yankees have games on September 5th & September 7th where they will give out free Yankees merch if you arrive to the game early. However, they are not offering special holiday prices. Visit their website to learn more.