September in Napa Valley: Harvest, Music, and the Month's Best Events
From Diana Ross under the stars to a thousand-foot table down Lincoln Avenue, here is what is worth marking on your calendar this month.
September is when Napa Valley shifts into its most storied season. The mornings turn cool, the afternoons stay warm, and the scent of fermenting grapes drifts across the valley floor. Harvest is on, and the calendar fills with long tables, live music, open studios, and gatherings that feel unmistakably like wine country.
Here is the best of what is happening across the valley this month, grouped by the kind of afternoon or evening you are in the mood for.
Live Music Under the Stars
Blue Note Napa Summer Sessions
Three standout nights anchor the outdoor concert series in early September. Diana Ross takes the stage Tuesday, September 1 at 8pm. Con Funk Shun with special guest Lenny Williams follows Saturday, September 5 at 7pm. Babyface closes the run Sunday, September 6 at 8pm. All performances are under the stars at the Meritage Resort. See the lineup and tickets.
RD Winery: Bottles, Banjos and Burritos
A relaxed Labor Day weekend afternoon of live banjo music, handcrafted wines, and fresh burritos. Easygoing, family-friendly, and a fun counterpoint to the bigger stages. Reserve a spot.
Harvest, Wine, and the Table
Harvest Season and California Wine Month
September is the heart of crush, and California Wine Month gives everyone a reason to raise a glass. Growers and winemakers work sunrise to sundown bringing in the fruit, while wineries across the valley host harvest lunches, vineyard walks, and release parties all month long. It is the best time of year to see the valley at work. Explore harvest happenings.
Harvest Party and Lobster Boil at Monticello
Monticello Vineyards celebrates the season with a harvest party and lobster boil in the Oak Knoll District. Great wine, a classic seafood feast, and a true taste of crush-time hospitality. Details and tickets.
Calistoga Harvest Table
One of the season's most photographed gatherings returns to Lincoln Avenue. A single table stretches roughly a thousand feet through the heart of downtown Calistoga, with local restaurants serving each section and wine stations set throughout. It is a true community feast, and tickets tend to sell out early. Details and tickets.
St. Helena Farmers Market Lobster Boil
A festive fundraiser for the St. Helena Farmers Market, held at Crane Park on Crane Avenue. Tickets include a full lobster boil with shrimp, potatoes, corn, artichoke, and bread, and one hundred percent of the proceeds support the market. Tickets.
Art and Community
Open Studios Napa Valley
For the last two full weekends of September, artists across the valley open their studios to the public. The self-guided tour runs from 10am to 5pm each day and moves through paintings, sculpture, glasswork, and more. A preview exhibition at Jessel Gallery on Atlas Peak Road showcases work by participating artists. Presented by the Art Association Napa Valley. See the artists and map.
ALS Network Ride, Walk and Roll to Cure ALS
This annual endurance event raises funds for the ALS Network, with cycling routes, a hike, and a walk and roll option that welcome every activity level. The day finishes with live music, barbecue, and a beer garden at the Napa Valley Expo. A meaningful way to move for a good cause. Register or donate.
This is what makes autumn in Napa Valley unlike anywhere else.
The harvest, the music, the long tables, and the art are all part of a lifestyle that draws people here and keeps them. If you have been thinking about calling wine country home, or are curious what is on the market this season, our team is here to help.
This content was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence and reviewed by the Coldwell Banker® Brokers of the Valley marketing team. Please confirm details directly with the venue before attending. Each office is independently owned and operated.
