Believe it or not, Labor Day is this Monday! The year is flying by, kiddos are already back in school and I’d say that a day off is much needed – for everyone. Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend in a safe way with these fun plans for the whole family!
Carson Springs Drive-Thru Safari
The Carson Springs Wildlife Conservation Foundation is located at 8528 E County RD 225 Gainesville, FL 32609! Carson Springs has been providing the community with a safe drive-thru safari for the family to enjoy from the comfort of your car. Take the whole family to see rare animals and new enclosures that are not seen from the walking tours!
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens
The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens is open and welcomes visitors to come out for some fresh air! The gardens offer guided tours on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. The admission is $10 for adults, $5 for ages 5-13 and children under 5 are free!
Ichetucknee Springs State Park
Head out to Ichetucknee Springs for the last weekend of tubing! This local favorite allows for a peaceful float down the river with the whole family. Admission price is $6 per vehicle. Click here for more information and a park map!
Ocala Drive-in
Visit the drive-in this weekend to see a showing a variety of movies! Click here to find out what is playing.
Morningside Nature Center
Visit the Morningside Nature Center to see what life was like back in the mid-1800s. This farm is meant to show you what a North Florida family homestead would have been like back in the day. For more information on park hours, visit gainesvillefl.gov.
Go to the Beach
Of course, heading to the beach is a classic choice for Labor Day activities. Check out Honeymoon Island State Park in Dunedin or drive to Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine!
Visit a Local Museum
Gainesville has a handful of awesome museums that can turn your weekend into an educational opportunity! Visit the Harn Museum of Art or try the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention to let your STEM kiddos explore. Museum admission prices and safety standards may vary.
No matter what you do this Labor Day weekend, make sure you spend it with your family! Have fun and stay safe!
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