Welcome, September! I feel like I blinked and summer came to an end. I’m scared to blink again — I may open my eyes to the holiday season. But sandwiched between now and then, there are so many fantastic ways to enjoy the last of summer and the early days of fall. From smoky barbecue made by local pitmasters to a city glowing with lights, here are 10 weekend events you won’t want to miss. 

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor