Labor Day Celebrations

Barberton Labor Day Celebrations

Honor the Workers. Join the Celebration

Labor Day Weekend 2026 | September 5th & 7th

Bring your patriotic spirit to Barberton for our annual Labor Day celebrations! From high-energy live concert, dazzling fireworks and the annual Labor Day parade! Mark your calendar- you won’t want to miss a single moment. Attendees can expect vibrant floats, marching bands, and antique vehicles. View the parade route, staging information, road closures and tips for the best viewing experience.

Quick Glance: Your Labor Day Weekend Guide

Event	Date & Time	Time
Labor Day Concert- Mark Leach	Saturday, Sept. 5th	7:00 p.m.
Labor Day Fireworks	Saturday, Sept. 5th	Approximately 9:00 p.m.
Labor Day Parade	Monday, Sept. 7th	10:00 a.m.

Labor Day Concert

When: Saturday, Sept. 5th

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Where: Lake Anna Gazebo | 615 W. Park Ave.

Kick off your weekend with an incredible night of live music featuring Nashville recording artist and hometown favorite, Mark Leach! Bring your lawn chairs, round up your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable night of music under the stars. Food Trucks On-Site: Angello’s 2 U Food Truck and The Original Steak & Hoagies Food Truck. *Please note that food is available for purchase, so be sure to bring cash or card to enjoy some great local eats.

Labor Day Fireworks

When: Saturday, Sept. 5th

Time: Immediately following the concert: Approx. 9:00p.m.

Where: Lake Anna Gazebo | 615 W. Park Ave.

We’re lighting up the sky! Stick around after the concert for a breathtaking fireworks show that will illuminate Downtown Barberton. Food Trucks On-Site: Angello’s 2 U Food Truck and The Original Steak & Hoagies Food Truck. *Please note that food is available for purchase, so be sure to bring cash or card to enjoy some great local eats.

The Annual Labor Day Parade

Be a part of the Tradition- Applications are Open! Whether your a local business, a marching band, a non-profit organization, or a creative group, we want you to march with us. The Labor Day Parade is the ultimate bring your patriotic spirit to Barberton for our annual Labor Day celebrations!

Parade Date: Monday, Sept. 7th

Parade Start Time: 10:00 a.m.

Parade Route & Logistics: TBA

The City is finalizing the official route. Full route details, staging times and parking information will be emailed to all approved applicants and posted here in the coming weeks. Application Deadline: Friday, August 21st, 2026

Submit Your Parade Application

The parade application is a fillable pdf which can be emailed to parks@cityofbarberton.com.

Parade Participant Application

Is This Free to Attend

for Spectators: Yes! Watching the concert, fireworks, and parade are completely free and open to the public! For Participants & Supports: While the attending is free, we do collect donations during the concert to help support the summer concert series. Additionally, if you are a group participating in the parade there is a application fee due upon submission of your application.

Where Should I Park

Concert, Fireworks & Parade: Public parking areas.

When Will The Exact Parade Route Be Announced?

We are working with city officials and departments to finalize the parade route and expect to release the official map no later than the beginning of August. All parade applicants will get the parade route and lineup details via email.

What Happens If It Rains?

Fireworks: Will be postponed to Sunday Sept. 6th, however a decision would be updated and posted here, on City of Barberton Facebook page, and the event rainout hotline at 330-848-6784 Parade: Happens rain or shine.