Hello September
September has arrived, and with it comes that unmistakable East Bay shift — warm afternoons easing into crisp evenings, the last bursts of summer energy blending with the first signs of fall. Harvest festivals, street fairs, and outdoor concerts fill the calendar alongside cozy farmers markets and community gatherings, making this one of the most dynamic months to get out and explore. Whether you're savoring one more sunny weekend or welcoming in sweater weather, September has something for everyone.
We've rounded up the best events happening across our favorite East Bay cities this September. Bookmark this guide, grab your calendar, and get ready for a month filled with festivals, live music, local flavors, and the kind of moments that make fall in the East Bay so special.Alamo
Sept 10 | Autos of Alamo | 4:00 – 8:00pm
Every Sunday | Farmers Market| 9:00 – 1:00pm
Antioch
Sept 17 | Big Truck Day | 4:00 – 8:00pm
Sept 26 | Boots & BBQ Festival | 11:00 – 6:00pm
Sept 27 | 925 Fest | 1:00 – 7:00pm
Brentwood
Sept 13 | Harvest Table Dinner | 5:30 – 8:30pm
Sept 19 | The Makers Boulevard | 8:00 – 12:00pm
Sept 20 | La Gran Fiesta Hispanic Heritage | 12:00 – 7:00pm
Concord
Sept 11 | Concord Night Market | 4:00 – 9:00pm
Every Tuesday | Farmers Market | 10:00 – 2:00pm
Every Thursday | Music & Market | 4:00 – 8:00pm
Danville
Sept 5 | Music at the Plaza | 4:00 – 6:00pm
Sept 11 | 9/11 Ceremony | All Day
Sept 20 | Concours d’Elegance | 10:00 – 4:00pm
Discovery Bay
Sept 19 | Cars & Coffee | 8:00 – 10:00am
Sept 29 | Fishing Tournament | 6:00 – 10:00am
Sept 12-14 | Disco Fall Fever Pickleball Tournament | Times Vary
Lafayette
Sept 13 | Contra Costa Vintage Market | 10:00 – 3:00pm
Sept 19-20 | Lafayette Art & Wine Festival | Times Vary
Martinez
Sept 4 | Downtown Martinez First Friday | 6:00 – 9:00pm
Sept 13 | Open Air Market | 9:00 – 1:00pm
Sept 18 | Movie in the Park | 5:30 – 1:00pm
Moraga
Sept 12 | Movie Under the Stars | 7:00pm
Sept 26 | Pear & Wine Festival | 11:00 – 3:00pm
Every Sunday | Farmers Market | 9:00 – 1:00pm
Oakley
Sept 4 | Concerts in the Park | 5:00 – 9:00pm
Sept 19 | Heart of Oakley Festival | 11:00 – 4:00pm
Sept 25 | Movies on Main Street | Sunset
Orinda
Sept 3 | Mixed Nuts Band – Concert in the Park | 6:00 – 8:00pm
Sept 17 | Free Movie Night | 6:30 – 8:30pm
Every Saturday | Farmers Market | 9:00 – 1:00pm
Pittsburg
Sept 4 | First Fridays | 5:30 – 9:00pm
Every Saturday | Farmers Market | 9:00 – 1:00pm
Pleasant Hill
Sept 1 | Family Movie Night: The Wild Robot | 6:00 – 7:30pm
Sept 26 | World Fusion Festival | 10:00 – 2:00pm
Every Thursday | Off the Grid| 5:00 – 9:00pm
San Ramon
Sept 12 | Beer City Run Bishop Ranch | 8:30 – 5:00pm
Sept 17 | 3rd Thursday Arts & Eats | 5:00 – 9:00pm
Sept 18-27 | Taste of City Center | Times Vary
Walnut Creek
Sept 7 | Labor Day ParKoncert with Walnut Creek Concert Band | 6:00 – 7:00pm
Sept 12 | Movies Under the Stars | 6:00 – 10:00pm
Sept 25-26 | Oktoberfest | Times Vary