San Francisco September 2025

San Francisco September 2025 Events

San Francisco September 2025 Events

San Francisco in September is the Perfect Time to be Outside

Average temperature low and high: 56°- 71°
Sunny, cool, and beautiful, September is San Francisco's warmest month, topping out merely in the 70s. The weather makes it the perfect time to head out, perhaps with a light jacket, and enjoy San Francisco. Whether it's a taste of history and San Fran's unique culture, a bike ride across a marvel of engineering, or anything else that might cross your mind, San Francisco has you covered.

September Event Calendar

Day to Night Festival

Day to Night Festival

This one-day festival on San Francisco's Treasure Island is a day in paradise for electronic music lovers. With its eclectic mix of EDM, the Day Night Festival is unlike most other concerts. Featuring Duke Dumont, a sunset set by Gordo and many other artists, this festival will have you dancing in the sun and into the moonlight. Tickets start at $50, with special discounts for early arrival and group bookings. There are also some great VIP bundles for those wanting to experience the concert slightly differently. This event is for attendees 21 and over.

Northern California Rum Festival

Northern California Rum Festival

Join in the 9th annual Northern California Rum Festival. The event features more than 20 Rum brands serving delicious rums to about 700 to 800 participants. With lots of educational events and tastings, the NoCal Rum Festival is divided into several sessions starting from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. 

Haight-Ashbury Street Fair

Haight-Ashbury Street Fair

Spend your summer day at Haight-Ashbury Street Fair, one of the most colorful fairs there is. There will be live music, food vendors, and merchandise. The most interesting part, however, is the people. Always crowded, yuppies mingle with deadheads and punks at this free one-of-a-kind fair.

Whiskies of the World - San Francisco

Whiskies of the World - San Francisco

Combine your love of great whiskey, delicious food and music next to gorgeous San Francisco Bay. The semi-annual Whiskies of the World event will bring together the finest group of distillers from all over the world to share their knowledge and provide samples of all types of whiskey. Over 100 whiskies, including Bourbon, Irish, Scotch, Japanese and more, will be featured so you can try and compare the different flavors and notes. There will also be an opportunity to meet with distillers, participate in a Whiskey Masterclass and sign up for the Cigar and Whisky pairing. General admission tickets start from $125.

How Weird Street Faire

How Weird Street Faire

Get weird and wild at the How Weird Street Faire. The electronica-focused festival features attendees in wild costumes, fashion shows, workshops, and various booths displaying the work and mission of local and international non-profit organizations. Don't miss the quirkiest festival on the West Coast.

SF Cheese Fest

SF Cheese Fest

Gather at the Cheesemonger Invitational with the most famous cheese vendors in San Francisco. Enjoy the raclette, cheese sandwiches, fondue, and a bar cash while the cheese vendors compete for their taste ? for age 21+ only. Tickets are $55 plus fees. The ticket will get you into the event and includes the food.

Monterey Jazz Festival

Monterey Jazz Festival

Listen to the smooth, dulcet tones of the best jazz musicians at the Monterey Jazz Festival. Nine stages will feature 350 musicians, and in between performances, attendees are free to sit in on seminars, lectures, and workshops. Local restaurants and food trucks will be supplying an array of culinary options, and booths will be displaying handcrafted goods from local artisans.

San Francisco Events in September

Concerts

Theater & Headliners

Sports

Nightclubs

Things to do in San Francisco

Things to Do in San Francisco in September

Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge

Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is an icon of San Francisco and the most photographed bridge in the world. However, why see it, when you can conquor the 1.7 miles of steel and asphalt by biking from one end to the other. Open from sunrise to sunset, you can stop by Golden Gate Bridge Bike Rentals near the bridge, where rentals start at $36 a day.

Go vintage shopping in Haight Ashbury

Go vintage shopping in Haight Ashbury
The Haight-Ashbury District was once central to the counterculture movement of the 1960s. Once the home to rock stars like Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, and Jimi Hendrix, Haight-Ashbury is a mix of the past and present. Murals and monuments dot the homes and vintage clothing stores that evoke the free spirit of the 1960s.