Smashing Pineapples - Your September Concerts and Events Calendar
September: the month where you’re either begging summer to hang on for a little longer, or can’t wait for a touch of chill so you can break out the sweaters.
Fortunately for social butterflies, the “wind things down and get ready for winter” tact is not the case when it comes to concerts and events in September as each Staypineapple city has plenty going on.
Here are a few of our favorites activities happening around our hotels across the country.
SEATTLE
Fremont Oktoberfest - September 21-23 / Greater Fremont
The Fremont Oktoberfest offers 80 kinds of beer with bands for adults. Sunday adds a scavenger hunt, pumpkin carving artists, family events, and free admission for kids & dogs. $20+
Sam Smith - September 8th / Key Arena
British crooner Sam Smith brings his heartfelt catalog of songs from the past decade to one of Seattle’s largest venues (right next to The Maxwell Hotel). $26+
Florence and the Machine - September 10th / Key Arena
Another British success story, Florence and her machine will be filling Key Arena with soaring vocals and popular melodic anthems. $88+
PORTLAND
Portland Beer and Music Festival - September 8th / Pioneer Square
Portland Beer and Music Festival promises unlimited samples of 50 craft beers, wines, and spirits, with food vendors, a DJ stage, and a live music stage indoors at the Tiffany Center. $35+
Feast Portland - September 13th - 16th / Multiple Venues
Taste Oregon’s bounty of wine, beer, cheese, and fine cooking; hear culinary stars speak on stage; and take cooking classes at Feast Portland. (Price scaled)
Journey and Def Leppard - September 28th / Moda Center
Two 80’s icons combine for a night of big hits and ballads at one of Portland’s largest venues. $31+
SAN FRANCISCO
Outdoor Sumo Wrestling - September 16th / Japantown Peace Plaza
Sumo is an ancient Japanese tradition and martial art. Meet the wrestlers and watch matches during Sumo Champions Exhibition at Japantown Peace Plaza. Free.
Festa Coloniale Italiana - September 15th / On Stockton between Filbert and Union St.
Festa Coloniale Italiana features Italian food, wine tasting, music, vendors, and stage performances for all ages on Stockton Street. Free.
The Eagles and Zac Brown Band - September 20th / AT&T Park
Two of country rock’s biggest acts come together for a powerful show at AT&T Park. $26+
SAN DIEGO
Kaboo Del Mar Festival - September 14th-16th / North Coastal
KABOO is the ultimate live entertainment experience. Enjoy world-class music, hilarious comedy, inspiring contemporary art, incredible cuisine, craft libations, and personal indulgences. $139+
San Diego Restaurant Week - September 23rd-30th / Citywide
San Diego Restaurant Week returns Sunday, September 23rd through Sunday, September 30th with a FEAST for the senses at over 180 participating restaurants. Dine deliciously at restaurants offering prix-fixe menu options throughout San Diego County. $10+
Lauryn Hill - September 9th / Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre
Multi-faceted and multi-group talent Lauryn Hill performs hits from her catalog that spans the past 20+ years. $91+
CHICAGO
Women’s Expo - September 15th-16th / Rosemont Convention Center
Hear celebrity speakers, watch chef demos, and shop from 600 vendors of beauty and health products at the Chicago Ultimate Women’s Expo in Rosemont convention center. $10
German Festival and Parade - September 7th-9th / Lincoln Square
Chicago German-American Oktoberfest has German music, culture, beer, and food at Lincoln Square (Western Avenue & Leland Avenue). The Von Steuben Parade is Saturday at 2 p.m. Free
Billy Joel - September 7th / Wrigley Field
The Piano Man himself will be piano-rocking his way through the night at historic Wrigley Field. $26+
BOSTON
South Boston Street Festival - September 15th / East Broadway
South Boston Street Festival features live music and dance on two stages, 100 artists and local merchants, fair food, and children’s activities on East Broadway between I and L Streets. Free.
Harpoon Octoberfest - September 28th-29th / Cambridge
Harpoon Octoberfest features beer, bratwurst, waltzing musicians in lederhosen, and contests at Harpoon Brewery for age 21+.
Kevin Hart - September 21st / TD Garden
Iconic funny-man Kevin Hart takes to the stage to riff on modern culture and his own experiences. $23
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