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.
Submit Your Parade Application
The parade application is a fillable pdf which can be emailed to parks@cityofbarberton.com. 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
The Labor Day Parade Route
Parade Date: Monday, Sept. 7th
Parade Start Time: 10:00 a.m.
Parade Route :
- Start: From the BCF Sports Complex heading east down Wooster Rd W.
- Turn: Left onto 8th St NW.
- Turn: Right onto Tuscarawas Ave.
- Turn: Left onto 2nd St NW.
- Turn: Left onto Lake Ave.
- Finish: Concluding at Augustine Catholic Church.
Why is the 2026 Parade Route Different From Last Year?
As the City of Barberton prepares for the annual Barberton Labor Day Parade on Monday, September 7th, the procession was announced to officially return to its original, historic route.
With the recent completion of the downtown construction projects, city leadership and multiple municipal departments have conducted a thorough review of our event logistics. After this review, we are returning to our traditional 2023 route, which provides the safest possible environment for everyone involved.
Safety First: Why the Original Route is the Safest Route
Following extensive reviews and consultations with our Police, Fire, Street, Parks & Recreation and Safety departments, city leadership has made the unified decision to shift the route. It was determined that this historic route provides a highly secure environment for both participants and spectators. Unlike the alternate route used during the construction phase (2024-2025), this original route eliminates the need to barricade and monitor numerous downtown alleyways.
By removing these blind spots and access points, we can vastly improve crowd control, maximize pedestrian safety, and ensure completely unobstructed access for emergency vehicles.
Are the Concert, Fireworks and Parade 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 the concert 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.
Parade no spectator parking areas:
To accommodate the return to the original route and ensure a smooth lineup process, there will be no parking available for parade spectators in the BCF Sports Complex or on 14th Street NW.
These areas, along with several adjacent streets, are strictly designated as official staging zones for parade participants. The complete list of restricted staging areas includes:
- BCF Sports Complex
- 14th Street NW
- 15th Street NW
- 16th Street NW
- 16th Street SW
- 17th Street NW
- 18th Street SW
- 19th Street NW
When Will Interactive Parade Route Map Be Release?
The interactive google map will be posted the week of August 17th.
