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From an after-hours walking tour to Philly-themed mini golf, there's something for everyone in Historic Philadelphia this Labor Day Weekend. (Photo credits: top left J. Holder courtesy Historic Philadelphia, top right by M. Kennedy for GPTMC, bottom right by R. Kennedy for GPTMC, bottom left by J. Fusco for GPTMC)

If you’re keen on avoiding the Labor Day Weekend travel frenzy, stick around and celebrate in Historic Philadelphia.

All weekend long, September 2-5, attractions from Independence Hall to the Betsy Ross House are hosting special programming and events.

Check out an overview, below:

• Independence After Hours walking tour: Friday, September 2 and Saturday, September 3. Take a sneak peek into Independence Hall at night, with the Independence After Hours walking tour, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Start with dinner at City Tavern then eavesdrop on the goings-on at the Pennsylvania State House on a July evening in 1776. Tickets are $75 for adults; $70 seniors/student/military; $50 12 & under.

• Colonial Kids Quest: Saturday, September 3, 11 a.m.-noon. Take part in a kid-friendly, stroller-friendly “whodunit” with kids searching for a missing copy of the Declaration of Independence. Tickets are $17.

• Liberty 360: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Monday, September 5, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. This 15-minute film experience in the PECO Theater at the Historic Philadelphia Center explores the symbols of our freedom in dazzling 3D, 360-degree style hosted by Ben Franklin. Tickets are $7 for adults; $6 seniors/students/military.

• Once Upon A Nation storytelling benches: Daily through Monday, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. It’s your last chance until next summer to hear fascinating tales from our nation’s past at these charming benches scattered throughout the Historic District. Click here for bench locations. It’s free!

• Franklin Square: Saturday-Monday, September 3-5, noon-3 p.m. Enjoy free games and family fun on the Great Lawn. Also dive into a delicious burger or milkshake from Stephen Starr’s Squareburger.

• Betsy Ross House: Saturday-Monday, September 3-5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Kick off the back-to-school season with a Back To School Scavenger Hunt: find the colonial school supplies and get a prize. You can also meet Betsy Ross herself, America’s most famous flagmaker, as she works in her upholstery shop. In addition, be among the first to see the new Rally ‘Round the Flag exhibit, examining the most dangerous job on the battlefield and featuring a flag sewed by Betsy Ross’ daughter.