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Labor Day in Philly: 11 cheap things to do in Philadelphia

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The so-called last weekend of summer is upon us (tear). For many, Labor Day Weekend means one last visit to the shore. But for folks planning to stay in Philly, we've got you covered, even if you didn't manage to snag a ticket to the Made in America concert. Low on cash? Even better—because here are 11 cheap or free things to do in Philly during Labor Day weekend, from boat rides on the Schuylkill River to outdoor movies with a bottle of wine.

Don't worry, we've got indoor options, too. With Hurricane Hermine likely to make it a very wet weekend, you can head to the museums or check out the local art galleries, too.

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Last weekend of Blue Cross River Rink

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First Fridays in Old City

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Labor Day weekend falls on September's First Fridays in Old City, a district-wide event where you can browse all of the neighborhood galleries and shops. It's completely free.

Watch 'Willy Wonka' at Venice Island

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As a tribute to Gene Wilder's recent passing, the Venice Island Performing Arts Center in Manayunk is showing Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on Friday, September 2 at 7:30 p.m. on its big screen indoors. Details are here.

Watch 'Alligator People' at the Betsy Ross House

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Watch 'Creed' at Clark Park

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Go boating at Bartram's Garden

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FDR Park Music Jam Festival

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Philadelphia Museum of Art

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Yoga on the Pier

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Find your breath under the #BenFranklinBridge with FREE #yoga 7 days a week on #RaceStreetPier

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Spruce Street Harbor Park

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First Fridays in Fishtown

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Last weekend of Blue Cross River Rink

First Fridays in Old City

Labor Day weekend falls on September's First Fridays in Old City, a district-wide event where you can browse all of the neighborhood galleries and shops. It's completely free.

Watch 'Willy Wonka' at Venice Island

As a tribute to Gene Wilder's recent passing, the Venice Island Performing Arts Center in Manayunk is showing Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory on Friday, September 2 at 7:30 p.m. on its big screen indoors. Details are here.

Watch 'Alligator People' at the Betsy Ross House

A photo posted by Edo (@edoknicks) on

Watch 'Creed' at Clark Park

Go boating at Bartram's Garden

A photo posted by Charlie Flowe (@djflowe) on

FDR Park Music Jam Festival

A photo posted by Parks on Tap (@parksontap) on

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Yoga on the Pier

Find your breath under the #BenFranklinBridge with FREE #yoga 7 days a week on #RaceStreetPier

A photo posted by Delaware River Waterfront (@delawareriverwaterfront) on

Spruce Street Harbor Park

First Fridays in Fishtown