Things to Do on Labor Day Weekend in Chandler, AZ

To many, the Labor Day weekend symbolizes the end of summer and is considered the last "hoorah" before fall. Celebrate the last weekend of summer the right way, with frozen treats, indoor mini-golf, movie theatres, and family attractions in Chandler, Arizona!

See a Summer Blockbuster

Catch the latest summer blockbuster movie with a visit to Chandler's dine in theatre, the Majestic Chandler 9 and enjoy gourmet snacks, bites and drinks with your film or make your way to Chandler Harkins Theatres at Chandler Fashion Center mall or the east Chandler location, Harkins Theatres Chandler Crossroads for a traditional movie experience.

Book a Stay at a Chandler Hotel

If getting out of the house is what is needed, a staycation is in order! To sweeten the deal, check out these specials for hotel rooms in Chandler and spend your weekend poolside.

Name your own Crayon at Crayola Experience

Naming your own crayon is one of the many things that kids can do at the Crayola Experience in Chandler Fashion Center. Star in your own coloring page, mold your favorite color crayon into a shape of your choice, create a spin-art masterpiece with wax and more, all in one place!

Map: 3111 W. Chandler Blvd. Chandler, AZ 85226 or (602) 581-5370

Experience Arts and Culture in Chandler

Have an eye for art? The Vision Gallery is Chandler’s fine arts gallery featuring the works of more than 300 regional artists. Currently on exhibit through October 21, 2023 is an engaging exhibit from Edgar 8ahau Fernandez, Creations from Within, Vol. 2, which takes inspiration from the solo albums of hip hop artists. Opening August 25th at the Vision Gallery,  is a second exhibit, Unbound, curated by Alison Auditore which showcases the work and creative process of artists who are people of color.

At the Chandler Museum, Destination Moon: The Apollo 11 Mission takes center stage which is based on a traveling exhibition of the same name, developed by the National Air and Space Museum and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service. The exhibit will remain in Chandler through October 15, 2023.

Spend the Day at a Chandler Family Fun Center

Chandler is a host to plenty of family focused fun centers that appeal to every age and every level of mobility. Island themed, Makutu’s Island and Uptown Jungle Fun Park are fun for the younger kids. If your teens like basketball, dodgeball or rope courses, Rush Xtreme is the place to go. For those skaters and bikers out there, KTR is the place to go. 

Or gather the family for a cool spin around the ice rink at Ice Den Chandler or pay a visit to Swingin' Safari Mini Golf for an indoor, glow in the dark mini golf experience - both located in West Chandler. For a high-energy outing that suits all-ages, make your way to USA's Skateland Chandler in Uptown Chandler which offers fun events and roller skating for the whole family.