Redwood City Events: September & Beyond
Summer may officially end on September 22, but Redwood City events continue through summer and fall! From music and the last Pub in the Park to our annual Salsa Festival and kid friendly events like Kidchella and Zoppé Circus, Redwood City offers something for everyone this September and beyond. Read on for more information about upcoming summer and fall events!
Lebanese Festival
September 1, 11 a.m. — 10 p.m. in Courthouse Square
The annual Lebanese festival is right around the corner! Join us in downtown Redwood City on September 1 from 11 a.m. — 10 p.m. for this admission-free event.
Start your day with delicious, traditional Lebanese sweets and then do some shopping at the festival booths. A dedicated play area for children will also be available. After grabbing lunch and a cold beverage take a seat for a special Youth Group performance. Make sure to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win awesome prizes. End your day with more incredible food and dancing! There will be a variety of Lebanese and Arab performers to close the night out right!
Go here for more information and updates!
Peninsula Bikeway Kick-Off Event
September 8, 10 a.m. — 2 p.m. in Burgess Park, Menlo Park
Join the communities of Mountain View, Palo Alto, Menlo Park and Redwood City at an upcoming kick-off event for the Peninsula Bikeway!
On September 8 join other Redwood City community members and ride to the kick-off event at Burgess Park in Menlo Park. Redwood City community riders will meet at Sequoia High School (at the corner of Brewster and Elwood) at 8:15 a.m. to depart by 8:30 a.m. or join the ride at Ebener & Oak at 8:45 a.m., Woodside & Cyprus at 9 a.m., Sacred Heart (Elena & Valpariso) at 9:30 a.m. to complete the ride to the park. All kick-off event attendees are arriving by 10 a.m. when the event kicks off.
At the event there will be activities for kids and families (bike rodeo, bike smoothie maker, etc.), the opportunity to experience a protected bike lane pop-up, food trucks, information about the Peninsula Bikeway and opportunities to weigh in on the route and more!
Interested in joining the event? RSVP here.
To learn more about the kick-off event go here.
Kidchella
September 9, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. in Courthouse Square — Andy Z and the Andyland Band
Join us for the last Kidchella of the summer season! Redwood City is proud to offer our kids music series for a sixth year! The Kidchella series provides a safe and fun environment for kids to dance, play, and enjoy live music. Your family will be thrilled to enjoy music, along with an inflatable play-land at Kidchella!
Andy Z delights kids with his musical adventures in the make-believe world of Andyland. His music has been heard on NBC’s Today Show and his performances have been featured in the Pandora Video Series and on the Pottery Barn Kids Style house website. Children are drawn in by his energetic music that runs the gamut from educational to just plain silly; dance songs to sing-a-longs to full body movement. The Andyland Band makes the most of the harmonic energy provided by an electric performance and feature props and costumes. Their dynamic performances are not to be missed.
Learn more about Kidchella here.
Classical on the Square
September 9, 5 p.m. in Courthouse Square — Bay Shore Lyric Opera
For the classical, instrumental and opera music lover, or anyone who appreciates great musical talent, these concerts are for you! Families will love these free concerts, performed outdoors on beautiful Courthouse Square.
Learn more about Classical concerts here.
Pub in the Park
September 15, 11 a.m. — 4 p.m. in Red Morton Park — The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers
Come relax in the park, listen to live music, sip delicious local brews and play lawn games at Pub in the Park! Our British-style inflatable pub will offer quality beers on tap from local breweries. Pub in the Park is extremely popular and offers a laid-back space to hang with friends and family and enjoy some cold ones. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a picnic style afternoon for the last summer Pub in the Park. Food trucks will also be available.
Learn more about Pub in the Park here.
Fiestas Patrias
September 16, 3–8 p.m.in Courthouse Square
On September 16 Courthouse Square will be transformed into a festive, beautiful, and fun setting in celebration of this important patriotic holiday in the Mexican culture. Kids will love hands on arts and crafts, everyone will enjoy trying authentic Mexican food from local restaurants, and there will be a traditional Flag Ceremony. The Square will be filled with colorful and glamorous Ballet Folklorico dancing, live Mariachi music, and a very special live performance by Los Mismos.
This is a free community celebration! No tickets necessary. Festivities will take place 3–8 p.m.
For more details about this event, visit here.
Oktoberfest
September 19–23, various seatings available in Courthouse Square
Happy Hour Seatings
September 19 and 20, 5–9 p.m.
Festival Seatings
September 21, 5–10 p.m.
September 22, 12–4 p.m. & 5–9 p.m.
September 23, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m. & 4–8 p.m.
For the fifth year, Redwood City celebrates Oktoberfest in downtown Redwood City. The huge decked-out Oktoberfest tent transforms Courthouse Square for revelers of all ages to enjoy for five days in September! This festival features a fabulous traditional German Oktoberfest setting featuring over 1,100 feet of “family style” bench seating, lots of fun and merriment, music, dancing, contests, cold beer and other beverages, food and more! With extended dates, the event now features two “Happy Hour Seatings” on September 19 and 20, followed by five Festival Seatings through Sunday, September 23.
Learn more about Oktoberfest and get tickets here.
Salsa Fest
September 29, 12–8 p.m. throughout downtown Redwood City
Redwood City is fired up for the 11th annual Salsa Festival! Join us on Saturday, September 29, 12–8 p.m. Salsa is at the forefront of this festival with Salsa music, salsa dancing and salsa tasting. The festival will feature a variety of music, including Salsa, Latin Jazz and Reggae. The Salsa Tasting & Competition unites amateur and professional Salsa Chefs seeking fun and prizes, and showcases succulent salsa for festival-goers to sample and take part in the judging.
Last call for entries — Deadline August 31!
Amateur and professional salsa chefs can compete in this mouthwatering and exciting Salsa Tasting & Competition at the Redwood City Salsa Festival, happening throughout Downtown Redwood City. The deadline for entries is August 31. Go here for more information.
To learn more about Salsa Fest, go here.
PortFest
October 6, 10 a.m. — 3 p.m. at the Port of Redwood City
Save the Date! PortFest is coming up on October 6 (10 a.m. — 3 p.m.). Learn about the maritime heritage of the Port, the industrial working waterfront, and enjoy recreational activities on the San Francisco Bay. The day will include live music, children’s activities, food trucks and booths, and a beer and wine garden. This event is free and open to all!
To learn more about PortFest and see a full schedule of events, go here.
Zoppé Circus
Matinee and evening shows October 12 — November 4 in Red Morton Park
Wednesdays & Thursdays — 6:30 p.m.
Fridays — 4 & 7 p.m.
Saturdays — 12, 3 and 7 p.m.
Sundays — 12, 3 and 6* p.m.
*No Sunday 6 p.m. show on 11/4
The Zoppé Italian Family Circus welcomes guests into the intimate 500 seat tent for a one-ring circus that honors the best history of the old-world Italian tradition. Starring Nino the clown, the circus features horses, acrobats, clowns, a big top, and more!
This show takes family entertainment to new heights this year, performing even more shows from October 12 — November 4 under the intimate, one-ring tent in Red Morton Park.
The Zoppé Family Circus is a once-a-year event not to be missed, so get your tickets early! Tickets will be on sale online September 12, and in person September 26.
For more information about the Zoppé Italian Family Circus go here.
Dia de los Muertos
November 4, 5–9 p.m. in Courthouse Square
Attend a free celebration of the Day of the Dead, a ritual from Mexico, where people happily and lovingly remember their loved relatives who have passed. There will be music, dancing, an elaborate altars contest, a procession down Broadway, tasty food, event vendors, as well as activities for children. There will also be a community chalk art mural that everyone is encouraged to participate in.
This event is sponsored by Casa Circulo Cultural, the San Mateo County History Museum, Friends of the Redwood City Public Library, and the Redwood City Parks and Arts Foundation.
For more information go here.
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