Labor Day Celebration ~

September 1 – 4, 2023

Celebrate Labor Day weekend with live entertainment, inflatable fun, Revolutionary War re-enactments, a woodcarver’s show, unforgettable fireworks, and more!

View our Weekend Schedule of Events below.

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  Labor Day Fireworks Extravaganza

  Sunday, September 3 at Dusk | Schenk Lake / The Hilltop

  Grab a spot near Schenk Lake or The Hilltop as the night sky comes alive with an unforgettable fireworks display!

  Fireworks begin at the conclusion of the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra Music Under the Stars performance, which takes place at Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater on The Hilltop.

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  Fort Henry Days

  Saturday, September 2 & Sunday, September 3 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Levenson Shelter

  Witness history come to life through dramatic battle re-enactments and period-correct demonstrations at Oglebay’s Levenson Shelter and Camp Russel areas. Prepare to be transported to the time of Betty Zane, Sam McColloch, and Lewis Wetzel when uncommon courage was commonplace. 

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  Battle for Fort Henry

  Saturday, September 2 & Sunday, September 3 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Camp Russel

  Watch the acclaimed battle re-enactment of the siege of Fort Henry with young Betty Zane’s heroic run for gunpowder.

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  Music Under the Stars

  Sunday, September 3 at 7:30 p.m. | Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater

  Join the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, conducted by John Devlin, at Oglebay’s Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater. Plus, enjoy an incredible fireworks display at the end of the show!

  The Sunday Funday Concert Series is presented by the Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation and SWN.

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  Annual Woodcarver's Show

  Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, September 3 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Pine Room

  Witness the work of talented woodcarvers from across the country, as they come together to showcase their artistic creations. View carvings of all types ranging from large to small, with most offered for sale. 

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  Americana Skydiving Performance

  Saturday, September 2 at 7:00 p.m. | Schenk Lake

  Don’t miss an exciting skydiving performance as these experts drop out of the sky from over 12,000 feet above! Grab a seat at Schenk Lake for the best view.

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  Foam Party

  Saturday, September 2 from 5 – 7 p.m. | Schenk Lake 

  Stop by Schenk Lake for a family-friendly foam party! Bathing suits and towels are strongly encouraged.

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  Inflatable Fun Zone

  Enjoy inflatables and face painting at this fun-filled zone just for kids! View hours in our Weekend Schedule of Events below.

  Inflatables: Single Session $2 / Unlimited $5
  *Included with Activity Wristbands

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  Live Music Line Up

  Enjoy live music from your favorite local artists all weekend long. View the lineup in the Weekend Schedule of Events below.

Weekend Schedule of Events

Friday, September 1
5:30 p.m. | Free Tip Friday, Par 3 & Driving Range
6 p.m. | Family Bingo, Hickman Lounge
6 – 9 p.m. | Fire Pit Fridays – Live Music: Gailya Dodd, Route 88 Burgers & Brew
8 p.m. | Character Meet & Greet: Mario Bros., Wilson Lodge Outdoor Courtyard
8 – 10 p.m. | Par 3 Night Golf, Par 3 & Driving Range
Dusk | Movies Under the Stars: The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Wilson Lodge Outdoor Courtyard

Saturday, September 2
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Annual Woodcarver’s Show, Pine Room
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Fort Henry Days, Levenson Shelter/Site One
1 – 3 p.m. | Summer Pool Party (Live DJ & Pool Games), Crispin Center Outdoor Pool
2 p.m. | Dad’s Belly Flop Competition, Crispin Center Outdoor Pool
1 – 6 p.m. | Inflatable Fun Zone, Schenk Lake
3  p.m. | Battle for Fort Henry, Camp Russel
5 – 7 p.m. | Foam Party, Schenk Lake
7 p.m. | Americana Skydiving Performance, Schenk Lake
8 – 10:30 p.m. | Patio Party – Live Music at Lakeview Patio

Sunday, September 3
8 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Drop ‘N Tennis Round Robins, Horne Family Racquet Center
9:30 a.m. | Mansion Lawn Yoga with Zack, Mansion Lawn
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Annual Woodcarver’s Show, Pine Room
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Fort Henry Days, Levenson Shelter/Site One
2 – 7 p.m. | Inflatable Fun Zone, Schenk Lake
3  p.m. | Battle for Fort Henry, Camp Russel
6 – 9 p.m. | Sunday Funday Summer Concert: Music Under the Stars with Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater – Entertainment begins at 7:30 p.m. 
Dusk | Fireworks Extravaganza following Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, Schenk Lake
Grab a seat near Schenk Lake or The Hilltop

Monday, September 4
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Inflatable Fun Zone, Schenk Lake
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Crispin Center Outdoor Pool Open

*Schedule and entertainment subject to change; outdoor activities weather permitting