Labor Day Weekend kicks off on Thursday, September 1st on the East End, and KDHamptons has compiled a “What To Do List” to make your holiday weekend picture perfect.  As summer comes to an end, throw on your favorite white jeans for the last time, your itty bitty bikini, and enjoy the best end of the summer festivities that Labor Day has to offer in the Hamptons.

Thursday, September 1^st

Yappy Hour at the Rogers Mansion Museum is a mix of dog lovers, history, fun, and mingling! This event will include dogs dressed in festive attire, a “paw” reader, caricaturist, Chinese auction, and making new friends including adoptable dogs, cats, puppies and kittens who need a loving home! The North Shore Animal League America will be offering a $25 off adoptions special! Special Guest: Volunteer, Foster Parent, and North Shore Animal League America National Spokesperson, Beth Stern. Wine, wine cocktails and a variety of finger foods will be served in a festive atmosphere on the great lawn of the Rogers Mansion. Owners and dogs are encouraged to wear festive costumes. Location: 17 Meeting House Lane, Southampton

Southampton Arts Center Summerfest: located at 25 Jobs Lane in the heart of Southampton Village, is thrilled to be to holding its Third Annual SummerFest Food and Wine Festival on Thursday, September 1 from 6 to 10 pm. SummerFest will feature a wide selection of dishes from a host of celebrated restaurants and chefs across the East End. Guests will also enjoy the current exhibition, Winning the White House: From Press Prints to Selfies.

Magnificent North Haven Waterfront Estate Sale: 2:00pm 6:00pm [also Friday, September 2nd 11:00 – 5:00 & Saturday September 3rd 10:00 – 4:00]. Come shop behind the gates of this extraordinary home. Mint, highest quality traditional furnishings. Like new Blatt custom pool table & accessories. Rugs, Art, Antiques, Fishing Gear, Garden & More! Location: 43 Robertson Drive, North Haven.

Weekend Nightlife at The Backyard Restaurant at Sole East on Thursday, September 1^st starting at 8:00pm to 11:00pm. The Backyard Restaurant at Sole East Resort is hosting a Raggae with Winston Irie. Location: 90 Second House Road

The MILLY ‘ Mini Manicure’ invites you to enjoy mini manicures and champagne while shopping the Latest MILLY collections. Come relax and pamper yourself on Thursday  September 1^st at 12:00pm. Address: 54 Main St, East Hampton, NY 11937

Join the Equestrian Aid Foundation on Thursday, September 1^st at 6:30pm to celebrate their 20^th anniversary. Drink and dance the night away at Marder’s Nursery on 120 Snake Hollow Road in Bridgehampton. For more information about this celebration visit the Equestrian Aid Foundation website.

Friday, September 2^nd

Steve Smith (of Dirty Vegas) Live Acoustic Performance at The Montauk Beach House [below] is happening live on Friday, September 2^nd at 5:00pm. Start the Labor day celebration with Steve Smith as he debuts his solo album. To get a sneak peak of his music check out @stevesmithmusic on Instagram. Location: The Montauk Beach House 55 S Elmwood Ave, Montauk, NY 11954

Roberta Roller Rabbit in Southampton is having a Labor Day sale on Friday, September 2^nd starting at 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Stop by for travel-inspired leisurewear clothing and hood goods. All clothing and home goods feature hand-blocked prints and exotic patterns. All women, male, and children clothing are 70% off. Location: 89 Jobs Lane, Southampton

The Surf Lodge is hosting Beach Slang-Summer concert series on Friday, September 2^nd at 7:00pm. Beach Slang have proven themselves for the past two years by writing memorable songs and their live energy.  Enjoy some of the last nights of summer at The Surf Lodge, dancing and singing with friends and family. Location: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY 11954

Saturday, September 3^rd  

The Surf Lodge Presents Gary Clark Jr.! Come dance the night away with Gary Clark Jr. on Saturday, September 3^rd at 6:00pm. No matter what music you enjoy, Gary Clark Jr. plays it. “ I listen to everything… so I want to play everything”. This is one night you do not want to miss. Location: 183 Edgemere St, Montauk, NY 11954

The 70th annual Shinnecock Indian Powwow will kick off it’s schedule of festivities this Labor Day weekend, where guests can enjoy native music, dance, food and other activities. Gates open Friday, September 2, at 3 p.m., on the grounds at Church Street.  Location: 1 West Church St. Southampton, NY 11968.  Dates: Fri, Sep 02, 2016 3:00 PM-11:00 AM & Sat, Sep 03, 2016 10:00 AM-11:00 PM

Sunday, September 4^th

It’s that time of the year again and the Hampton Classic is in town! Come and enjoy the 41st Annual Hampton Classic Horse Show Grand Prix Sunday. This horse show takes place on fine cut grass of Bridgehampton showground. This year the judges feature Olympic Gold medalist Joe Fargis. Highlighting the Hampton Classic is the $300,000 Hampton Classic Grand Prix Presented by LONGINES. In addition, the world-class field of riders will be looking to win the LONGINES Rider Challenge that awards $30,000 to the rider who accumulates the most points in the horse show’s Open Jumper division. Location: 240 Snake Hollow Road, Bridgehampton

Made by Lands’ End is excited to announce their new pop-up show. A portion of sales from August 4^th will benefit the Southampton Arts Center. This Pop-up shop has clothing for men, women, and bedding. Location: 68 Jobs Lane, Southampton

Monday, August 29^th

Join artists Anahi DeCanio, Marilyn Weiss, and Martha McAleer on Labor Day for art, a glass of wine, and a lively discussion. If you are interested in abstract paintings by women artists, this group showing is the place for you. Swing by at 10:30 am until 8:30pm at the William Ris East. The showing will be inside the Sherwood House tasting Room on the North Fork of Jamesport.