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We all knew this day would come. The end of summer is near, but even though you’ve spent most of it chained to your desk or recovering from the night before (and the night before that), you have one last weekend to make the summer everything you said it would be back when you were crushing Memorial Day Weekend. Since summer’s opening weekend is probably a bit of a blur at this point, here are 15 Ways to Have an Epic Labor Day Weekend.
Drive to the Shore
Whether it’s a full-blown holiday weekend or a quick day trip you’re looking for, it would be in your best interest to pack up your ride and head to the beach. Once you’re there catch some waves, soak in the sun, and of course take in the view. It won’t be long until the sea of scantily clad babes you’ve been creepin’ on all summer are all covered up.
Travel Smart
What better time to get your packing skills in check than now? Let’s be real, you live in about 1.5 outfits each weekend anyway, so pack the essentials and leave room for the really important stuff. A good weekender like this one is all you need.
Heat Up Your Grills
There are about two months between now and the winter holiday season where it will unfortunately be unacceptable for you to consume copious amounts of meat in public on a regular basis. So have a barbecue, go to a friend’s barbecue, and then another friend’s barbecue after that. You’ll know that you’ve had your fill when you wake up on Tuesday smelling like charcoal and ketchup.
Give the Ice Bucket its True Purpose Back
All this talk about the Ice Bucket Challenge sure has made us thirsty. How about you celebrate the holiday weekend with an ice bucket filled with brews, or whatever else your liver desires. Then post a pic of the goods on social media and just sit back and watch the hoards of "friends" come flocking for a cold one.
Make Friends with a Stranger
Now that everyone’s hopefully putting their ice buckets to good use, the drinks are going to be flowing and things are probably going to get a little hazy, which means it’s a good time to introduce yourselves to those lovely folks bumpin’ your favorite jams down the block.
Stay Local
We all need to know when to throw in the towel. While everyone else is rushing to get one last beach fix, you should stay in your hood and take advantage of a barren city. Restaurants will be empty, delivery will be quick, and you won’t have to worry about bumping elbows while digging at your local record shop.
Get the Girl(s)
Staying local also means less competition. While there will be about a 10-guys-to-1-girl ratio out in your local beach town, staying local means more one-on-one time with your local lady friends.
Remain Charged
Even if you decide to stay local, chances are you’re going to be on the go. And in order to plan your next move, you’re going to want to stay connected to your crew. Keep a charger like this one close by at all times.
Make Them Come to You
In all the excitement leading up to Labor Day, you may have somehow partied yourself out. Yet it wouldn’t be like you to completely hide under a rock. Let everyone know the party’s at your place. Just make sure they know not to come empty handed.
Update Your Playlist
If you’ve somehow convinced your friends to come to you, the least you could do is provide them with a party they won’t forget. One surefire way to do that is to refine your summer playlist and hit ’em with hit after hit.
Wear White Sneakers, Wear White Everything
There’s a reason you’re told not to wear white after Labor Day, and that’s because pretty soon the streets will be covered in grime from the leaves and snow and everything in between. Wear your brightest whites before they’re doomed.
Get Outdoors
Just like those beach-babe views, your recreational time spent outdoors is sadly coming to a close. Take the time to find an outdoor music fest, movie, or rooftop drinks. You’re going to want to soak in every last drop of the sweet summer air.
Be Ahead of the Game
The best part about summer coming to a close is that it means football season is about to go into full swing. And with that, gentlemen, comes fantasy football. Lock all of your doors and get your game face on while the amateurs are outside playing.
Score Some Deals
We all have our idea of the ultimate weekend, and for some that involves a lot less partying and a lot more time shelling out cash at your favorite shops. You’ll find that all of your choice spots have slashed their prices just for this one weekend.
Hit Snooze
All this talk about being so epic has us tired already. No need to force a good weekend. Hit snooze one too many times this weekend, put on Netflix, and do your partying on Tuesday.