September in Greater St. Cloud is that perfect sweet spot—summer’s still hanging on, but fall is sneaking in with crisp mornings and golden evenings. From outdoor concerts and festivals to family fun and seasonal celebrations, this month is packed with ways to soak up every last drop of sunshine while welcoming sweater weather. If you’re looking for reasons to get out and explore, consider this your guide to the can’t-miss events happening all September long in Greater St. Cloud. Make sure to bookmark the FULL EVENTS CALENDAR so you don’t miss out on something epic!
Summertime by George! Finale
September 2 at Lake George Complex
Celebrate the end of another amazing season with the TAP INTO SUMMER 2025 Finale at Summertime By George! They’re going out with a bang, featuring headliner Anthony Shore: Elvis Tribute Artist! Prepare for an electrifying performance packed with your favorite Elvis hits. Andy Austin will get the party started at 5:30pm, followed by Anthony Shore at 6:30pm to close out the summer in style.
Fall Zoo Fest
September 6 at Hemker Park & Zoo
Plan your day of family fun at Hemker Park & Zoo’s annual Fall Zoo Fest on September 6th from 10a – 6p. This exciting event promises a delightful experience for visitors of all ages, offering various seasonal activities and attractions.
Enjoy discounted admission at just $16.00 per person (plus tax) for ages 2 and above, with free entry for children 23 months and younger.
St. Mary’s Cathedral Block Party 2025
September 6 at St. Mary’s Cathedral
Celebrate MN
September 6 at The Ledge Amphitheater
Celebrate MN 2025 is at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park on September 6th from 4:30 – 9:30 featuring national music artists, powerful messages of hope, and lots of family-friendly fun. This awesome event is all about bringing Central Minnesota together for an unforgettable night of music, inspiration, and community. Get your tickets NOW!
Movie Under the Stars- Free
September 6 at Whitney Park
Speedway Motors MPH Invitational
September 6 at Granite City Motor Park
Speedway Motors MPH Invitational at Granite City Motor Park is happening Saturday, September 6 at 5PM. If you’ve ever wondered where racing legends get their start — this is it. The Speedway Motors MPH Invitational is the premier event for three exciting WISSOTA dirt track racing divisions: Mod Fours, Pure Stocks, and Hornets. This year, the best drivers in these divisions will converge on Granite City Motor Park to compete for nearly $25,000 in prize money. Come see the action!
“WEIRD AL” Yankovic
September 11 at The Ledge Amphitheater
Get tickets NOW to see the icon, “Weird Al’ Yankovic live at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park on September 11 at 7:30p!
Tri-County Humane Society’s Woofstock
September 13 at Wilson Park
It’s the 37th year of the Companion Walk for Animals! Once again, the theme will be Woofstock, so dust off your bell bottoms. The Companion Walk is one of Tri County Humane Society key fundraisers for homeless animals. This year, the walk will be on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Wilson Park in St. Cloud.
Stoney Brook Farm Opening Day
September 13 at Stoney Brook Farms
Come experience Minnesota’s largest corn maze and all the fall fun activities you can imagine! Stoney Brook Farm opens for the season on Saturday September 13! Their maze features THREE separate mazes spanning 64-ACRES, do one or do them all! Plus, this year there’s a SCAVENGER HUNT in the hard maze! Find all 10 keywords to be entered into their weekly drawing to win a visa gift card!
Hungarian Harvest Festival + Grape Stomp
September 13 at Millner Heritage Winery
FREE admission, Family-friendly event! Step into the heart of Hungary- right here in Minnesota! Join for a day of celebrating Hungarian culture, traditions, and wine country life at the 11th Annual Hungarian Harvest and Grape stomp on September 13 from 11a – 6p. You can expect: Authentic Hungarian Food, live Hungarian Folk Music & Dance, Grape Stomps (FREE) – Roll up your pants and crush grapes the old-fashioned way- fun for all ages, Kids program and activities and Wine Tastings and Vineyard Tours!
St. Cloud Craft Beer & CiderFest 2025
September 13 at Dick Putz Field
Wild World of Animals
September 13 at Paramount Center for the Arts
This is the Gold Standard by which all live animal stage shows should be assessed. Wild World of Animals is an exploration into the fascinating world of the wildlife we share with the planet; featuring live animals including some of the most majestic, interesting, bizarre, and critically endangered species in the world. Grab your tickets to this amazing show at Paramount Center for the Arts on September 13 at 2p!
St. Cloud’s 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration
September 13 at Lake George Complex
St. Cloud’s 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration is September 13 from 3p – 7p! This vibrant community event celebrates Hispanic/Latinx culture and brings our community together in unity. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music, dance performances, stunning art, a kid’s zone, and delicious food trucks. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate, connect, and honor cultural heritage. All are welcome.
Let Freedom Sing
September 14 at Pioneer Place on Fifth
Let Freedom Sing is a benefit concert celebrating music’s powerful role as a force for social change and community building. This inspiring event will bring together acclaimed artists and community members to support grassroots democracy organizations through the universal language of music on Sept. 14 from 2p – 4p at Pioneer Place on 5th. Grab your tickets now!
St. Cloud Pride Week
September 15 – 21 throughout Greater St. Cloud
Show your support for the LGBTQ+ community all week long! Some of the events include: Pride & Peace Walk – Great River Regional Library on 9/16, SCSU Drag Show – SCSU Atwood Memorial Center on 9/19, St. Cloud Pride in the Park & Puppy Parade – Lake George on 9/20, Pride Cabaret Show on 9/20 and Pride After Party on 9/20. CLICK HERE for the full list of events!
Sip N’ Play at Great River Children’s Museum
September 18 at Great River Children’s Museum
GREAT Theater Presents “Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play!” Jr.”
September 19 – 21 & 26 – 28 at Helgeson Learning Lab Theatre
Annual Youth Artist Project: a 45-minute musical directed and designed by high school students featuring all youth cast. Get ready for a wild and whimsical ride based on the beloved book series by Mo Willems! When Elephant and Piggie set out to put on a play, everything goes hilariously wrong—and even more hilariously right. Get you tickets today!
St. Cloud Wine Knot 2025
September 19 at The Regency
An evening to enjoy wine samples, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, and best of all… the chance to walk away with designer shoes or precious gemstone jewelry! Join them for a fabulous girl’s night or make it a date night, at the seventh annual Wine Knot, from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at The Regency in St. Cloud. A portion of all tickets sold will be given to a local non-profit in Central Minnesota – The INDY Foundation.
Ruben Studdard
September 19 at Paramount Center for the Arts
Grammy Award nominee Ruben Studdard rose to fame as the winner of season two of American Idol. In the years following Idol, Ruben has released seven studio albums, including his platinum-selling debut, Soulful, and the top-selling gospel follow-up, I Need an Angel. Now, Ruben is hitting the road with “The Masterpiece Tour”. This new show will feature Ruben’s biggest hits, a handful of songs paying tribute to his idols, and songs from his brand new album.
Kansas
September 19 at The Ledge Amphitheater
Iconic band Kansas featuring Jefferson Starship will hit the sage at The Ledge Amphitheater on September 19 at 7:30. Don’t miss this epic show, get your tickets TODAY!
Rock Your Sole 5K
September 20 at Quarry Park & Nature Preserve
BIBCo Oktoberfest Celebration
September 20 at Beaver Island Brewing Co.
Festi-Fall Downtown St. Cloud
September 21 throughout East End St. Cloud
Don’t miss out on this fantastic fall festival! Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the season Downtown St. Cloud! On Sunday September 21 from 12p – 5p come enjoy a FULL street fair, car show and festival celebrating Downtown East End! All activities are FREE to attend and are family friendly.
Tracy Lawrence and Josh Turner
September 25 at The Ledge Amphitheater
Country superstars Tracy Lawrence and Josh Turner have announced a co-headlining tour this summer including a stop at The Ledge on September 25! Grab your tickets NOW!
Stars & S’mores
September 26 and 27 at Wilson Park
St. Cloud Park & Recreation is excited to partner with St. Cloud State University College of Science and Engineering to offer this event for curious, nature-loving kids, adults, and families alike! Learn from SCSU Planetarium Director Rachel Humphrey about the night sky and celestial objects we can see with our own eyes, make a planisphere, then take a look through the telescopes to get a fresh perspective on the stars and planets above! **Pre-registration is required for all attendees; maximum of 35 participants per session. All youth under 18 are required to have a registered guardian(s). Cost: $5/Participant, Session I: Friday, September 26th, 8:30-10pm and Session II: Saturday, September 27th, 8:30-10pm
Historic Harvest Fest
September 27 at Stearns History Museum
Join them on Saturday, September 27th, from 10a – 1p for their annual Historic Harvest Fest event! They’ll have vintage style carnival games, cake walk, a scavenger hunt, pumpkin painting, and more! This event is FREE and open to the public!
St. Cloud Autumn Market
September 27 at Rivers Edge Convention Center
Get ready to embrace the season at this unforgettable market experience! With as many as 100 talented exhibitors you’ll discover: Handcrafted art, Unique gifts, Delicious treats And so much more! Admission is FREE, so bring your friends and family for a fun day out on September 27 from 10a – 4p.
Zootoberfest
September 27 at Hemker Park & Zoo
Hemker Park & Zoo, together with the Guardians of Conservation, is thrilled to invite you to their 4th Annual Zootoberfest — a wildly fun celebration of German culture, music, and fall festivities happening on Saturday, September 27th, 2025, from 12–5 PM!
