Explore what’s happening this month across the Bronx—from outdoor concerts and art festivals to family paddles and open mics. Scroll by venue to find your favorite neighborhood spots or discover somewhere new.
September Events
Fun things to do around the Bronx this month
Bronx Night Market
- Date: Saturdays — September 6, 27
- Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Fordham Plaza
- Cost: Free entry, food for purchase
The Bronx’s signature open-air food and culture festival! Sample bites from 40+ international vendors, enjoy live music, and connect with the local community. A family-friendly, must-visit event.
Saturdays on the Sound – Revitalize Soundview Park
- Date: Saturdays — September 6, 13 & 27
- Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Soundview Park, Lafayette Ave & Morrison Ave
- Cost: Free
Volunteer with Bronx is Blooming to help care for one of the borough’s largest waterfront parks. Activities include planting, mulching, and eco-friendly projects.
Ferragosto Festival – Bronx Little Italy
- Date: Sunday, September 7
- Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Arthur Avenue, Belmont neighborhood
- Cost: Free (food for purchase)
Celebrate Italian culture with live entertainment, delicious food, and community spirit in the heart of the Bronx.
Annual Bronx Block Party
- Date: Sunday, September 7
- Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Bronxwood Avenue (between Boston Rd & Allerton Ave)
- Cost: Free
Enjoy music, food, and games for all ages at this lively neighborhood block party.
161st Friday Food Festival
- Date: Friday, September 12, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Joyce Kilmer Park, 960 Walton Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
- Cost: Free (food & shopping available for purchase)
Take a stroll on your Friday lunch break and enjoy a fun street festival in front of Joyce Kilmer Park. Delicious food, unique vendors, and a lively atmosphere await.
Family Time at The Bronx Museum
- Date: Saturday, September 13
- Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Bronx Museum of the Arts, 1040 Grand Concourse
- Cost: Free
A drop-in art-making workshop inspired by sculptor Joyce McDonald. Families can explore creativity together in a welcoming environment.
The Firefighters vs. Savannah Bananas
- Date: Saturday & Sunday, September 13–14, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM (both days)
- Location: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
- Cost: Ticketed (prices vary; starting around $102) :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Catch the infamous Banana Ball spectacle—fast-paced, quirky, and wildly entertaining baseball with comedic routines, dance breaks, and nonstop fun. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Ode to the Black Fiddler Music Festival
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Location: The Bronx Brewery, Bronx, NY
- Cost: Ticketed
Join the 9th Annual celebration of BIPOC string players—genre-defying performances, DJ sets, food, drinks, and a vibrant marketplace celebrating local artists. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
New Balance Bronx 10 Mile – NYRR
- Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: Grand Concourse (just south of 164th Street), Bronx, NY
- Cost: Registration required; sold out—some entry via waitlist or resale may be available.
Run the Bronx in this lively NYRR event along a scenic 10-mile course starting near Yankee Stadium, up Mosholu Parkway, and looping back to finish by 161st Street.
Boogie Down Kids Run at the New Balance Bronx 10 Mile
- Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Time: 9:10 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Joyce Kilmer Park, 955 Walton Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
- Cost: Free
A lively, kid-friendly run held alongside the Bronx 10 Mile—perfect for families to participate or cheer on the action.
Crotona Fridays – Park Volunteer Day
- Date: Friday, September 19
- Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Crotona Park, Crotona Ave & Claremont Pkwy
- Cost: Free
Join neighbors to revitalize Crotona Park through weeding, planting, and cleanup work.
Family Camping — Bronx (NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers)
- Date: Friday, September 19, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 AM (overnight)
- Location: Orchard Beach Nature Center
- Cost: Free (lottery selection—registration opens September 10) :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
An overnight nature adventure with the Urban Park Rangers—perfect for families. Lottery registration opens September 10. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
The Mambo Legends Orchestra
- Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM
- Location: The Lovinger Theatre at Lehman College, 250 Bedford Park Blvd W, Bronx, NY 10468
- Cost: Tickets available on Concerts50
Experience the timeless mambo sounds with vibrant performances from this renowned orchestra.
Tea & Tarot Autumn Equinox Pop-Up Party
- Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Joyce Kilmer Park, Bronx, NY
- Cost: Ticketed (details on Eventbrite) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Bronx Zoo – Harvest Glow
- Date: Opens Thursday, September 25 (select evenings through November 2)
- Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd
- Cost: $39.95 Adults / $29.95 Kids (3–12)
Walk through glowing pumpkin displays, illuminated sculptures, and fall-themed installations.
Bronx Zoo – Boo at the Zoo
- Date: Weekends, beginning Saturday, September 27
- Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Bronx Zoo, 2300 Southern Blvd
- Cost: Included with zoo admission
Celebrate the season with costumed characters, pumpkin carving, trick-or-treating, and lively entertainment throughout the zoo.
Bronx Native American Festival
- Date: Sunday, September 28
- Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Pelham Bay Park, South Picnic Area
- Cost: Free
Honor Indigenous communities with traditional music, dance, storytelling, and cultural activities in a beautiful outdoor setting. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
