Five Reasons to Spend Labor Day on Tybee
Along with the students’ return to school, Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer as vacations wrap up and the weather begins to become more autumnal. As the last gasp of the season before the fall sets in, you should make the most of your Labor Day and enjoy a weekend getaway to Tybee. Our lovely little island boasts big opportunities for a final dose of rest and recreation, making it the perfect destination for your Labor Day Weekend. If you need some more convincing, here are five reasons why you should spend your holiday weekend on Tybee.
1. Exciting Events
Every year, the island hosts a Labor Day Beach Bash to usher in the fall with fun festivities. This year’s Beach Bash will kick off at 7 p.m on Aug. 30 continuing to 10 p.m. on Aug. 31. Enjoy two nights on the beach complete with live music and culminating with a spectacular fireworks display come dark Sunday night. Performers include Ramble Tamble CCR Experience and The Swingin’ Medallions. This free, fun party at the Pier is the perfect summer send off.
2. Fantastic Food
No getaway is complete without delicious dining, and Tybee is home to a vibrant culinary scene filled with unique, locally-owned restaurants, most of which you won’t find anywhere else. From seafood and tacos to pizza and sweets, there are toothsome flavors to savor at each turn on Tybee. You can eat your way through the island by dining at some of our favorite restaurants. Check them out here.
3. Welcoming Weather
Tybee enjoys temperate weather year-round, with warm summers and mild winters. This time of year, as summer gives way to fall, is particularly pleasant because the most sweltering heat is over and cooler temperatures are moving in: think days in the high to mid-80s, perfect weather to complement your Labor Day weekend.
4. Sensational Shopping
While on the island, you’ll definitely want to take home some keepsakes to remember your trip by, and you’ll be glad to know that Tybee hosts several shops and galleries each with unique items that make excellent mementos and gifts. From The Shoppes at 1207 to The Shops at Tybee Oaks and beyond, there’s so much to discover all throughout the island. Stop by some of our favorite stores and find a bounty of treasures awaiting you.
5. Amazing Attractions and Activities
There’s much fun to be had on Tybee, and you can and should take full advantage of every opportunity. Make a splash with a local watersports outfitter, watch dolphins dive on a chartered tour, enjoy panoramic views from the top of the lighthouse, see a show at the Tybee Post Theater, or revisit history at Fort Pulaski. On Tybee, you can choose your own adventure and relish every second of it!
