ST. JOSEPH, Mich. — Downtown St. Joseph is doing everything it can to keep the summer vacation spirit alive right up through Labor Day. The Lake Michigan resort community has planned a series of fun activities for all ages this weekend.

“It’s been a beautiful summer in St. Joseph,” said Jill Stone, executive director of St. Joseph Today. “To hold onto the last vestiges of vacation, we’re going to ban saying ‘school’ all Labor Day weekend and focus on relaxing, having fun and embracing that summer spirit.”

The weekend’s activities kick off with a free, outdoor concert at 7:30 pm on Sept. 4 at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell overlooking the St. Joseph River. Concert sponsor Boulevard Inn & Bistro will bring Frederic & Ronza to wow concert goers with a soulful sound that ranges from rhythm and blues to country.

The next day, visitors can get an up-close look at the sailboats that have raced from Chicago in the first leg of the annual Tri-State Regatta. Visitors can then go to the Farmers Market in Lake Bluff Park to bring home fresh-picked apples, blueberries, squash, tomatoes, cheeses, bottles of wine, late summer fruits and vegetables, jams, honey, made-from-scratch pies and grass-fed beef from local farms. The market is open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. along the bluff, regional artisans and crafters will share their talent at the Craft Fair. Visitors can also shop and dine in downtown St. Joseph or play on several family-friendly beaches. At dusk, the city will show a free outdoor movie at Whirlpool Centennial Park. Moviegoers will see the much-loved animated film, “Frozen.” Visitors are encouraged to bring their own blankets, chairs and snacks for the show.

On Sept. 6, early risers can send off the sailboats as they race to Indiana. Then from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., more than 60 vendors will showcase their treasures at Antiques on the Bluff. Music enthusiasts can also enjoy the season’s last Municipal Band concerts at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday and Monday at the John E.N. Howard Bandshell. Free, horse-drawn trolley rides sponsored by the Frederick S. Upton Foundation will entertain all ages from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Joseph Today is a 501(c)(3) membership-based organization dedicated to developing and promoting events and businesses in St. Joseph, Mich. and its surrounding communities. For more information about Labor Day Weekend activities or upcoming events visit stjoetoday.com, facebook.com/stjoetoday or call 269-985-1111.