15 Things That Should Be On Northern Californians’ Calendar This September

September is always a busy month as Californians return to school and work routines, and 2025 is no exception.

If it’s not a meeting with your kids’ teachers, it’s a football game or fall musical. If it’s not an imposing deadline at work, out-of-town business trips and demands on your volunteer time.

Don’t forget to schedule date night, family day or even “you” time before the usually mild month of September slips away. To help you to fill out your calendar, we’ve rounded up 15 can’t-miss events from around Northern California.

• Wood Family Vineyards 2nd Annual Wine and Pizza Pairing Competition - Noon - Sept. 1 - 7702 Cedar Mountain Rd, Livermore - Wood Family Vineyards' 2nd Annual Wine and Pizza Pairing Competition is on Labor Day. Guests will enjoy local pizza vendors pairing creations with Wood Family wines and vote for favorites. Live music starts at 1:00 p.m. Tickets are $60 for Wine Club Members, $80 for the general public, and $55 for ages 3-20. A $10 credit applies per bottle purchase up to entry price. Reserve tickets for an afternoon of wine, pizza, and memories.
• Tuesday Trivia Night - 6 p.m. Sept. 2 - Saluhall SF, 945 Market St., San Francisco - Join Tuesday Night Trivia with Geeks Who Drink at Saluhall, Level 2, from 6-7:30 pm. Test your knowledge, enjoy food from partners like Smish Smash and Curry Up Now, and grab drinks from the bars. Play, learn, and win!
• The Comedy Stampede hosted by Baruch Porras Hernandez - 9 a.m. Sept. 3 - Azúcar Lounge, 299 9th St., San Francisco - Enjoy an evening of hilarious performances by up-and-coming comics, along with drink and nacho specials, every First Wednesday of the month at Azúcar Lounge. Tickets are pay-what-you-can. Check-in at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m.
• Shekoh Confections: Chocolate-Making Class - 6 p.m. Sept. 3 - Shekoh Confections, 2565 3rd St., San Francisco - Join Master Chocolatier Shekoh Moossavi for a hands-on bonbon-making workshop. Learn to temper and apply colored cocoa butter, properly temper chocolate for optimal texture and shine, and shell, fill, and cap bonbon molds. Unmould your creations and take home your vacuum-packed, handmade chocolates.
• Oakland Pride Safe Words Comedy with Marquis The Honey Bear - 7 p.m. Sept. 3 - Fluid510, 1544 Broadway, Oakland - San Francisco’s Safe Words queer comedy showcase is expanding to Fluid510 in East Bay. The lineup includes comics and queens, headlined by Emmy-nominated producer, writer, actor, and community organizer Marquis The Honey Bear. Marquis, known for Black Bear Joy, creates spaces for Black bears and gender-nonconforming individuals, bringing his unique presence to the East Bay stage.
• Neon Paint & Sip Experience - 6:30 a.m. Sept. 4 - YIJUN'S Fine Art Studio San Francisco 310 4th St., San Francisco - Unleash your inner artist at the Neon Paint & Sip Experience! Paint with UV-reactive paints under black lights, guided by a professional artist, while enjoying your favorite drink in a relaxed, social setting.
• Crush Course: Wine Tasting Fundamentals Series - 5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 - Book Society, 2945 College Ave., Berkeley - Join sommelier Lauren Reuthinger at Book Society for a fun, three-part wine tasting series. Designed for all levels, it covers wine fundamentals, varietal comparisons, and food pairings, boosting your confidence without intimidation. Book Society aims to make wine approachable and enjoyable, and this series, led by Reuthinger of Oliver McCrum Wines (importers of Italian wines), embodies that spirit — a relaxed, informative journey for curious beginners and smart sippers alike.
• Sonoma County Full Moon Market - 1 p.m. Sept. 6 - Shady Oak Brewing Company, 420 1st St., Santa Rosa - Santa Rosa's Shady Oak Barrel House hosts a metaphysical market, featuring tarot, local artisans, crystals, jewelry, bath/body, art, witchy crafts, altar supplies, spell kits, cauldrons, beer, and food. Leashed dogs welcome.
• The Bizerkeley Vegan Presents Fifth Annual Bizerkeley Food Festival - Noon Sept. 7 - 1759 Acton St., Berkeley - The fifth annual Bizerkeley Food Festival returns to North Berkeley BART, featuring over 100 vegan vendors, live music, a fashion show, games, and a pickleball tournament. General admission is free, with Express Entry and VIP Passes available for purchase. California Pit Bull Rescue benefits from the event.
• Classic and Custom Car Show - 9 a.m. Sept. 13 - 1700 W Hillsdale Blvd, San Mateo - Join us for an amazing car show supporting the San Mateo Rotary college scholarship program! Vehicle entrants receive a free goodie bag & entry to the awards contest. Enjoy classic, custom & vintage automobiles, live music, local vendors, food & beverages, a Silent Auction, and more.
• Funny Women of A Certain Age - 8 p.m. Sept. 19 - Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St, Livermore - Funny Women of a Certain Age returns to the Bankhead Theater with veteran comedians delivering sharp, unapologetic stand-up. This Bankhead favorite is a guaranteed sell-out!
• San Francisco Comedy Competition - Final Show - 8 p.m. Sept. 20 - Marin Center Showcase Theater, 20 Ave of the Flags, San Rafael - One of the Top Five comics will be crowned champ, hosted by Auggie Smith. The San Francisco Comedy Competition is a prestigious North American event that has launched careers of comedians such as Patton Oswalt, Robin Williams, and Dana Carvey. Only 32 of hundreds of auditioning comedians are chosen to compete for fame and fortune.
• Slice of Our Markets: Market Tour and Farm Fresh Pizza - 5:30 p.m. Sept. 25 - Vintage Berkeley, 2113 Vine St, Berkeley - Explore the North Berkeley Farmers’ Market with a VIP tour led by Ecology Center staff and farmers. Enjoy a farm-to-table reception at Vintage Berkeley with pizza by Daniel McChesney-Young and Chef Peter Callis, seasonal sides, local cheeses, and curated wines. Meet Guest Farmer Eddie from Golden Rule Farm Organics. Your $55 ticket includes the tour, all food and wine, and a year of Ecology Center membership.
• THE WEDDING SINGER, the Musical Comedy! Presented by Woodside Musical Theatre - 8 p.m. Sept. 26 - 199 Churchill Ave, Woodside - The Wedding Singer, the Musical Comedy is an upbeat, feel-good musical set in the 1980s, full of laughter, love, friendship, and big hair. Perfect for all ages.
• The Petaluma Fall Antique Faire - 8 a.m. Sept. 28 - Historic Downtown Petaluma, 100 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma - The 39th Annual Petaluma Antique Faire returns to Downtown Petaluma and will feature over 200 dealers offering a wide range of affordable antiques, including jewelry, furniture, art, and collectibles. The marketplace transforms Historic Downtown Petaluma, attracting over 8,000 collectors and first-time buyers.

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