Whether you're looking for a day trip, quick overnight stay or three-day weekend, here are some last-minute trips to celebrate Labor Day around the Washington, D.C. area. Washington, D.C. Drive a little further north and enjoy some New Jersey beach days in Wildwood, Ocean City, or even Atlantic City. LakesIf you prefer lake days to beach days, there are plenty of drivable destinations from D.C. In Virginia, you can have some fun at Cunninghams Falls State Park, Sandy Point State Park, Beaver Dam Swimming Club, Greenbrier State Park, Patapsco Valley State Park and Seneca Creek.