I hope that you are doing well.

Ah, September! You are the doorway to the season that awakens my soul.

-Peggy Toney Horton

For me, September is the doorway to splendid festivals as we welcome in the crisp beginnings of Autumn in St. Louis! Of course, our great city is just bursting with activities for us to enjoy!

As the summer real estate market closes, we anxiously anticipate what fall will bring. We welcome the falling interest rates, which provides more opportunities for homebuyers and sellers. As always, we are here to help people achieve their real estate goals.

I hope that you'll join me in making it another great month in St. Louis!

All the best. -Nate

Check out my video for a few thoughts about what September will bring for St. Louis!

September 7th -8th

The weather is amazing today and I'll be taking advantage of it by heading over to The Schlafly Art Outside Festival. This three-day event will boast quality affordable art, tasty food, local brews and of course, live music.

The Muny is pairing up with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra to bring us their first live concert in more than 30 years! They will be accompanied by none other than 12-time Grammy-winner John Legend.

La Fete Du Vin, that's French for Wine Festival. This Saturday, St. Charles is bringing us much more an entry level French lesson. They will be hosting their first ever St. Charles Wine Festival where you can enjoy wine tasting, live music, delicious food, and shop unique merchandise.

On Sunday, let's meet me at the St. Louis Art Fair, celebrating 31 years of explosive color in the streets of Clayton. The event attracts both high-quality artists and enthusiastic art lovers, plus, some of St. Louis’ best restaurants to keep everyone energized.

Did you know that Bike MS is the largest fundraising cycling series in the world? It's coming toi St. Louis on this weekend. I'll definitely be supporting this cause!

The party is not over just yet, because going down at Busch Stadium is Fiesta Cardenales. This post-game concert welcomes all members of the Latino and Hispanic community for a cultural celebration. Oh, and did I mention a "Los Cardenales" limited edition jersey with the purchase of each ticket!

September 9th - 15th

Let's all give a hearty congratulations to Senior Agent Partner, Ashley Hurt, who is celebrating her 10-year anniversary with the Real Estate Solutions Group! She is key to the success of helping our clients achieve their real estate goals.

You won't want to miss the awe-inspiring performance of Laka who will be blessing the stage at The Sheldon! Her tribute to the legendary Tina Turner will make you think that the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll is on the stage!

You're bound to be hungry after attending such great musical performances, so how rounding out the night with a food and beer pairing at Biergarten at Anheuser Busch. There four course menu is sure to leave you satisfied and impressed!

Cage The Elephant will be bringing the house down at the Hollywood Casino Ampitheater this Thursday evening. Will I see you there?

It's Friday the 13th everyone, and 31Art Gallery is hosting a Friday the 13th Happy Hour. Put your luck to the test as you enjoy a complimentary drink, check out the latest art exhibit, an test your fate in some art reated raffles.

Kirkwood's GreenTree Festival has been celebrated annually since 1961! Join as thousands of people enjoy the three day celebration filled with family-friendly activities, live entertainment, artisan crafts, and diverse culinary delights.

For an event that is sure to be the highlight of your weekend, head over to Brookdale Farms for their Balloon Glowdeo, a balloon glow and rodeo all in one! There will also be bounce houses for kids, games, a petting zoo, a delicious array of foods, and of course live music.

On Saturday in you may be able to spot me in Tower Grove because I'll be attending the Korean Harvest Festival. I'll be enjoying their array of traditional foods, dances, games, hanboks, vendors, and more!

This weekend is jam packed with all kinds of fantastic events around St. Louis. Starting off strong, is the MOSIAC Fine Art Festival. This three-day event will showcase the finest local, regional and national artists.

You just might catch me in Historic Downtown Wentzville for their two days of annual fall celebration! Their Fall Festival includes live music, local food and craft vendor, and a variety of kid’s activities for children to enjoy!

While you're still in Wentzville, why not pop over to their Renaissance Festival, where the 13 Counts of the City, Lyon have seen fit to draw travelers, entertainers, peddlers and craft masters from across the country to entertain those who come to celebrate. Witness Jousts, music, fine foods and wares. Come and find what strikes you merry!

This weekend brings us one of my personal favorite events, Music at the Intersection. The Black Pumas, Big Boi, Chaka Khan, Esperanza Spalding, Stanley Clarke, and so many more talented artists, many of them local! They will be on multiple stages on Saturday and Sunday in Midtown! Of course, there will be food, art, along with other local vendors. Please join me in supporting this national event in St. Louis!

As if September hasn't already brought us many great dining experiences, this Sunday, going down in Soldier's Memorial Plaza will be The Taste of Black St. Louis. With over 250 vendors, this is the largest black-owned food festival in the Midwest!

This Sunday, the 15th, marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. September 15th is the anniversary of independence for many Latin American countries including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile's independence days are on September 16th and September 18th!

To get the Hispanic Hertiage Month Celebrations started, head to O'Fallon for the Hispanic Festival hosted at St. Juan Diego Parish for a celebration of community and culture. You can be sure there will be food, music, traditional dances, and so much more!

September 16th - 22nd

On Thursday, get comfy on Art Hill, grab a blanket, grab some snacks, and take advantage of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra's free Forest Park Concert. Enjoy classic tunes, with modern scores!

Friday and Saturday is the iconic, Great Forest Park Balloon Glow and Race! One of St. Louis’ most iconic event, it's said to be the oldest and best-attended hot air balloon race in the world!

Ready, set and go to the Worldwide Technology raceway for their Midnight Madness nights. A safe alternative to illegal street racing, this event is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat!

Also going down on Friday, is the St. Louis Blues and Brews at the Anheuser Busch Brewery. The outdoor street party will include live music, appearances by Blues players and alumni, food trucks and more on the historic streets of the brewery.

You'll find me on South Grand on Saturday for the Fall and Music Fest. From Arsenal to Humphrey, join me in enjoying over 70 distinct vendors, offering varying specials, discounts and entertainment, along with themed activities, games and crafts!

Green Door Art Gallery presents Midwest Moments, a collection of watercolor paintings by Alicia Farris and Kathy Morrison, pastel paintings by Michelle Spencer, photography by Gary Tetley and mixed media jewelry by Jenniffer Fisher. 

This Sunday, you won't need to leave St. Louis to go on a world tour, because Mr. Worldwide himself is going to be preforming at the Hollywood Casino Ampitheater. Pitbull coming for his Party After Dark Tour is sure to be an event you won't want to miss. 

Thinking about doing some home improvement projects this fall? Perhaps you are interested in learning what repairs would help maximize your home's resale value? Sitting down with a REALTOR®, like myself, is always a great place to start! Another great place to go is the 44th Annual Home Builders Show in St. Charles. With local companies and hundreds of home pros, it is a great way to save time, save money and find what you need for your home!

September 23rd - 30th

On Monday, why not head over to Webster University and check out Gaby Deimeke: Music Photography. The exhibit is filled with her bold, color-saturated images of various musical artists. Her images capture the beautiful liveliness of an energetic musical performance in still shots.

STAGES St. Louis presents the Tony award winning musical, Ragtime. The theatrical piece tells the story of three families united by courage, compassion and a belief in not only the American dream but the promise of tomorrow.

Maplewood is hosting their final concert of their Summer Concert Series this Wednesday. Perfect Strangers will be preforming, and you guessed it, delicious food and even better drinks will be available!

I'm not sure if you knew this, but I love Back To The Future, and the Fabulous Fox is bringing the Musical version to us, taking us all the way back to 1955!

Don't want to be an American Idiot? The New Line Theater opens its 33rd season with the powerful, rock fable, AMERICAN IDIOT, based on the album by Green Day. A show some would say it's a show that has become even more relevant today than when it was written.

Let yourself lean into the weekend at the Brookdale Farms Fall Festival. Satisfy all you fall favorites, like picking the perfect pumpkins, navigate the largest corn maze in St. Louis and take a hayride or board the cow train. In between bites of kettle corn, you can also pet furry farm animals, play life-size board games and test your skills on a mechanical bull.

You know we are headed straight for fall when you hear the word "Oktoberfest". This weekend brings us not one, but two Oktoberfest celebrations.

All weekend long it is going down in St. Charles for their Oktoberfest, the ultimate celebration of German Culture. The festivities are sure to immerse attendees in a Bavarian wonderland filled with traditional cuisine, varied beers and family-friendly activities.

The St. Louis Zoo is also bringing us their rendition of a fall festival with Zootoberfest! Enjoy the animals, exhibits and attractions alongside German-inflected food and drinks. There will also be special activities for kids such as arts and crafts.

See if you can spot us in the crowd at the Evolution Festival, going down in Forest Park. This music festival is bringing Beck, Billy Idol, Nile Rodgers & Chic, and that is just on Saturday! The Killers, Jane's Addiction and so many more will be in the park over the weekend. Along with a Biergarten, along with food that spotlights traditional and cutting-edge trends from some of the most recognizable pitmasters in Missouri!

You might want to check out Tower Grove's Pride Fest Festival, which will feature the People’s Joy Parade, outdoor story time, arts and crafts and live music on two separate stages.

Sababa, St. Louis’ premier Jewish arts and culture festival, showcases the vibrancy of contemporary Jewish culture. The event will feature local, regional and national visual art exhibitors, culinary experiences, musical performances, and activities hosted by local Jewish organizations.

Rounding out the month, we have Eureka Days upon us for its annual party, complete with carnival rides, a parade, a beer garden, a firework show, and more!