If September is summer’s curtain call as the final bow before the official onset of fall, it’s time to bid farewell in memorable fashion. Segue into thicker sweater weather and spooky season with a bevy of cultural and community events.
In this week’s newsletter, pair Adrienne Mitchel’s guide to Peninsula Oktoberfest happenings — which kick off this weekend — with my roundup of local September events. The September-wide guide covers everything from special food and drink events and art festivals to outdoor recreation (think 10K races and community bike rides) and shopping opportunities at makers’ markets, citywide garage sales and more.
This month alone there are three more art and wine festivals, multiple movie nights (including a screening of “The Goonies” at a cemetery) and even three separate chili cook-offs for the chili lover in your life. Read about the rest of what September has in store for more weekend inspo.
Saying so long to summer,
Julia Brown
Six Fifty Editor
editor@thesixfifty.com
From cultural celebrations to art festivals, here’s how to navigate a full September slate of events in Silicon Valley
September on the Peninsula is prime time for festivals, movie nights, outdoor dining and recreation. The calendar is bursting with opportunities to do all that and more with a wide variety of annual events and inaugural ones slated for this month.
New music and art series will rock the block in Redwood City
The Center for Creativity’s Art + Sound on Broadway series will bring concerts right to the center’s doorstep. The three-part series, which kicks off Sept. 7, also features an art exhibition and community art-making activities.
Prost! Two ways to celebrate Oktoberfest in Mountain View – and eight more along the Peninsula
Raise a stein for another season of Oktoberfest events along the Peninsula. Expect returning favorites, such as celebrations in Redwood City and Campbell, as well as an all-new event in Menlo Park.
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Everclear: Sept. 5 Alt-rock band Everclear makes a tour stop at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park.
Gypsy: Sept. 5-21 Palo Alto Players presents the ultimate stage-mom story, “Gypsy,” full of classic Broadway tunes.
Pub in the Park: Sept. 6 This year’s final Pub in the Park event features music by bluegrass band Savannah Blu along with lawn games, local brews and food trucks.
America’s Presidents: All Too Human: Sept. 6 Author Gerald Henig offers little-known and interesting stories about U.S. presidents.
Vultures: Nature’s Unsung Heroes: Sept. 6 Celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day at La Honda Creek Preserve with a leisurely walk and naturalist program about the important role vultures play in the ecosystem.
Wendelin Van Draanen: Sept. 12 Author Wendelin Van Draanen comes to Fireside Books to discuss and sign her new YA thriller.
Outdoor Movie Night: Sept. 12 Foster City hosts an outdoor screening of the hit musical “Wicked,” preceded by lawn games and concessions.
Tour de Menlo: Sept. 13 Menlo Rotary Community Foundation’s Tour de Menlo offers cyclists a choice between 33-, 43- and 65-mile routes, plus a 12-mile family ride. Proceeds support Rotary college scholarships to local high school seniors.
Arachnophilia!: Sept. 13 Naturalists lead a night hike to explore the world of arachnids, such as tarantulas and scorpions.
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Sarah and Isabel: Two Sisters and their ‘Dream Houses’: Sept. 17 Hear Winchester Mystery House historian Janan Boehme talk about Sarah Winchester, her sister Isabel and how they left their architectural mark on 19th century California.
Science Friday Live: Sept. 18 KQED’s “Science Friday” radio show comes to Redwood City for a live event featuring science demonstrations, audience Q&A and interactive moments.
Sci-Fi Trivia Night: Sept. 18 Test your knowledge of sci-fi and fantasy at the Mountain View Library’s trivia extravaganza, where the top teams win prizes (bonus points for coming in costume).
Kepler’s 70th Birthday Block Party: Sept. 20 Celebrate 70 years of the beloved local bookshop and literary hot spot with live music, food vendors, activities for kids, a raffle and, of course, cake.
Around The World Night: Sept. 26 Devil’s Canyon Brewing Company wraps up its Summer Nights series with an evening of international street food, global music and a marketplace of artisan goods.
Belmont Water Dog Run: Sept. 27 The annual Belmont event raises money for the community and includes a 10K, a 5K, a 1-mile kids’ run, a virtual walk/run and the Fido Mile (for pups and their people).
Pacific Coast Fog Fest: Sept. 27-28 Pacifica’s Palmetto Avenue is home to this festival of art, music, kids’ activities, food, contests (including a photography competition), a parade and more – now in its 38th year.
Day of the Horse: Oct. 11-12 Woodside’s beloved celebration of all things equine includes a progressive trail ride (Oct. 11) and a horse fair for families (Oct. 12). This year’s theme is “Safari – Into the Wild.”
Ziggy Marley and Burning Spear: Oct. 17 Reggae and rock icon Ziggy Marley comes to the Mountain Winery.
Must-visit vintners of the 650: Your guide to the Peninsula’s wineries
Taste high-quality wine minus the drive to Napa.
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