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Festivals & street fairs events in the Bay Area

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We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to pick the 7 best festivals & street fairs in the Bay Area between September 3 and September 9. Updated daily.

Our best picks: festivals & street fairs in the Bay Area — September 3–9

THURSDAY
3
SEPTEMBER

Monterey County Fair

10 AM – 2 PM·Monterey County Fair · Pacific Grove

Cowboy Boots and Coastal Roots at the Monterey County Fair. Five days of great Fair fun returns from September 3 – 7. Enjoy rides, concerts, rodeo, fair food, and carnival fun! For more information and tickets: MCF.

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First Thursdays at Centennial Plaza

6 PM·Join us at Centennial Plaza on the first Thursday of every month for First Thursdays — an evening that spotlights the best of downtown San Bruno. Each month we celebrate different local businesses, showcase local and regional artists, and feature live music on the stage. It’s a fun, family-friendly way to support our community and enjoy downtown.What to expectFeatured local business: Each month a downtown business will be highlighted.Discover painters, photographers, sculptors, makers, and artists displaying their work.Live music: Enjoy a curated lineup of musicians on the Centennial Plaza stage — everything from solo acoustic acts to full bands.Community vibe: Expect friendly faces, and a welcoming atmosphere that brings neighbors together.When and whereWhen: First Thursday of every monthTime: 6:00-8:00 PMWhere: Centennial Plaza, downtownWhy comeSupport small businesses and local artistsExperience live music in an intimate, outdoor settingConnect with neighbors and enjoy a relaxed night out, San Bruno

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FRIDAY
4
SEPTEMBER

First Fridays

6 PM·Downtown Main Street, Main St Martinez, California 94553

First Fridays is a monthly celebration of art, music, and community, bringing the streets of Downtown Martinez to life on the first Friday of each month. For more information, please visit: First Fridays

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SATURDAY
5
SEPTEMBER

Millbrae Art & Wine Festival

10 AM·Downtown Millbrae on Broadway, Broadway, Millbrae

Each year we celebrate the end of Summer with the Bay Area’s largest Labor Day Weekend celebration, the Millbrae Art & Wine Festival! Transforming our downtown area into a spectacular street fair along Broadway. Join us for a two-day celebration filled with vibrant art, live music, delicious food, and savory wines! Thi…

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Kings Mountain Art Fair

10 AM·Kings Mountain Community Center, 13889 Skyline Blvd, Woodside

Come to the Kings Mountain Art Fair, Labor Day weekend 2026, under the redwoods! The 100%-volunteer-run fair offers fine arts and crafts from over 130 independent artists, selected through a jury process. There are kids’ activities, food and drinks, and more. Proceeds support the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade a…

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Belmont Greek Festival

12 PM – 10 PM·Church of the Holy Cross 900 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont, CA 94002 San Francisco Bay Area

Join us at the 54th Belmont Greek Festival as we celebrate the best of Greek culture with delicious food and lively entertainment.

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SUNDAY
6
SEPTEMBER

Belmont Greek Festival

12 PM – 10 PM·Church of the Holy Cross 900 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont, CA 94002 San Francisco Bay Area

Join us at the 54th Belmont Greek Festival as we celebrate the best of Greek culture with delicious food and lively entertainment.

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