Our Luxury Calendar provides a comprehensive overview of the top events unfolding around the world every month. Some are micro-luxuries (like a really good book) and others are on a grand, epic scale. Here’s your global passport to experiences that define September as the most gilded month of the year. From haute couture to high-stakes sport, from art fairs to yachting regattas, this is your insider’s guide to the most elegant, newsworthy, and spectacular events on the planet this month. And for more thoughts on how to make the month shine, check out our recommended reading list here.
luxury calendar: how to have a brilliant september
Don’t you just love September? The very idea of it is luxurious. Golden light, the arrival of harvest, new books, idyllic travels and a feeling of change in the air. It’s the month for heading back to school, enjoying football games, finding the perfect fall sweater, boots and handbag – and for savoring all things apple, pumpkin and plum.
Here’s our take on the 25 not-to-be-missed events and experiences on the luxury calendar this month.
1. New York Fashion Week
September 11–16, 2025
The September shows in New York open with Michael Kors on Thursday, September 11, and close on Tuesday, September 16. Among the most talked-about moments this season: Nicholas Aburn’s debut at Area, Zane Li’s inaugural collection for LII, the return of COS to the New York runway, and Veronica Leoni’s highly anticipated sophomore collection for Calvin Klein. The Council of Fashion Designers of America has also introduced the new “Venue Collective,” a curated group of ten no-cost presentation spaces linked by shuttle service — making this season more accessible for emerging designers without sacrificing polish.
2. London Fashion Week
September 18–22, 2025
From Thursday, September 18, through Monday, September 22, London Fashion Week will hum with energy as the British Fashion Council, now led by Laura Weir, delivers one of its most inclusive and inventive schedules yet. Show fees have been waived to support new talent, resulting in a rich mix of household names and emerging voices. On the must-see list: Burberry’s latest under Daniel Lee, Simone Rocha’s romantic yet subversive silhouettes, Chopova Lowena’s folkloric streetwear, Roksanda’s architectural color play, and the new class of Fashion East protégés.
3. Milan Fashion Week
September 23–29, 2025
Milan takes the stage from Tuesday, September 23, through Monday, September 29, and the buzz is already electric. Milan Fashion Week will open with Gucci’s debut under Demna at a 7 p.m. show that promises to redefine the house’s codes. Midweek, Simone Bellotti will present his vision for Jil Sander, while Saturday belongs to Louise Trotter’s bold reimagining of Bottega Veneta. The emotional crescendo will be Giorgio Armani’s return to the runway after a brief health hiatus — a moment that Milan’s fashion insiders will remember for years to come.
4. Paris Fashion Week
September 29–October 7, 2025 (Previews from September 27)
The grand finale of Fashion Month runs from Monday, September 29, through Tuesday, October 7, with select preview events beginning on Saturday, September 27. Paris Fashion Week will also mark the opening of Virgil Abloh: The Codes at the Grand Palais on September 30 — a sweeping, multi-disciplinary retrospective featuring over 1,000 objects from the late designer’s archive, many never before seen, on view through October 10. On the runway, expect Matthieu Blazy’s debut at Chanel, Jonathan Anderson’s first collection for Dior, Pierpaolo Piccioli’s turn at Balenciaga, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez for Loewe, Glenn Martens at Maison Margiela, and a wave of fresh energy from Vaquera and Meryll Rogge at Marni.
5. The Armory Show – New York City
September 5–7, 2025
New York’s premier modern and contemporary art fair returns to the Javits Center, with The Armory Show welcoming over 200 leading galleries from around the world. Expect a strong showing from blue-chip dealers alongside cutting-edge presentations from emerging artists, plus curated talks and special projects across the city.
6. Cannes Yachting Festival
September 9–14, 2025
Set against the sparkling Côte d’Azur, the Cannes Yachting Festival is Europe’s largest in-water boat show. More than 600 vessels, from sleek tenders to grand superyachts, will be on display in Vieux Port and Port Canto. VIP visitors can arrange private sea trials and sunset champagne cruises.
7. Braemar Highland Gathering – Scotland
September 6, 2025
For over 900 years, Scotland’s Highland Games have been a celebration of heritage, athleticism, and pageantry. The Braemar Gathering remains the most prestigious, drawing members of the Royal Family to witness caber tossing, piping competitions, and highland dancing, all framed by the Cairngorm mountains.
8. Maison & Objet – Paris
September 4–8, 2025
Interior design professionals converge at Maison & Objet for five days of trendsetting décor, furniture, and lifestyle products. Held at the Parc des Expositions in Villepinte, the fair showcases everything from emerging artisan brands to heritage houses.
9. opening night, new york city ballet
New York City Ballet’s opening night for the 2025-2026 season will be on September 16th.
10. Monaco Yacht Show
September 24–27, 2025
The Monaco Yacht Show is the ultimate showcase for the world’s most luxurious superyachts. Held in Port Hercules, it’s where shipyards unveil their latest flagships and luxury brands host glittering parties aboard.
11. US Open Tennis Championships – New York City
August 25–September 7, 2025
The US Open concludes its two-week run in Flushing Meadows with the finals over Labor Day weekend. From courtside seats in Arthur Ashe Stadium to private hospitality suites, it’s a Grand Slam experience at the highest level.
12. Ryder Cup – Long Island, New York
September 26–28, 2025
Golf’s most intense rivalry, the Ryder Cup returns to American soil at Bethpage Black. The USA and Europe will battle for the trophy in front of roaring crowds, with luxury hospitality packages offering gourmet dining and prime viewing.
13. Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – France
September 28–October 5, 2025
A dazzling regatta of classic yachts and modern racers, Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez combines high-level sailing with Riviera glamour. The week features competitive racing by day and lavish parties by night.
14. Toronto International Film Festival
September 4–14, 2025
The Toronto International Film Festival remains one of the most important platforms for launching award-season contenders. A-list premieres, red carpet glamour, and intimate industry events transform the city into a cinephile’s paradise.
15. London Design Festival
September 13–21, 2025
The London Design Festival transforms the city into an open-air gallery of installations, exhibitions, and talks. Don’t miss the landmark projects in the V&A Museum and the design districts scattered throughout the capital.
16. Brompton Design District – London
September 13–21, 2025
As part of the London Design Festival, the Brompton Design District presents exhibitions and installations curated by Alex Tieghi-Walker, focusing this year on “A Softer World” and its themes of craft, care, and inclusivity.
17. British Art Fair – London
September 25–28, 2025
The British Art Fair showcases the best of Modern British art at Saatchi Gallery, from post-war icons to contemporary innovators.
18. Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair
September 2–6, 2025
The Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair is the largest of its kind in the world, featuring luxury timepieces, smart watches, and horological innovations from global brands.
19. Queen Charlotte’s Ball – London
September 6, 2025
A pinnacle of British high society, the Queen Charlotte’s Ball presents a new class of debutantes at a black-tie gala steeped in tradition, elegance, and champagne.
20. Fall for Dance Festival – New York City
September 17–October 6, 2025
The Fall for Dance Festival at New York City Center offers affordable tickets to a rich program of global dance companies, from classical ballet to avant-garde choreography.
21. Oktoberfest
Yes, it’s confusing but Oktoberfest always starts in mid-September! Every autumn, Munich is home to one of the world’s largest craft beer festivals. The 190th Oktoberfest will take place from September 20 to October 5 on the Theresienwiese.
22. International Day of Peace
September 21, 2025
Observed worldwide, the International Day of Peace offers a chance to reflect, gather, and engage in cultural and artistic events dedicated to unity.
23. new york philharmonic opening night
The Opening Night Gala for the New York Philharmonic will be held on September 24. Held at David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, this year’s event will honor arts leaders and philanthropists Vera Blinken and the memory of long-time Board member Ambassador Donald Blinken. The evening features a one-night-only concert headlined by Grammy Award-winning vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant – one of the most captivating jazz singers of our time. Anthony Parnther, hailed by The New York Times as “a conductor for the future,” leads the performance.
24. kerry james marshall at the royal academy, london
The Royal Academy will mount a solo show of works by Kerry James Marshall from September 20, 2025 to January 18, 2026. On the occasion of the artist’s 70th birthday, The Histories will be Marshall’s first institutional presentation in the UK for almost 20 years. The show will feature over 70 works, including a new series of paintings made especially for the exhibit, as well as his commemorative sculpture Wake, 2003.
25. Alejandro G. Iñárritu at fondazione prada
From September 18, 2025 to February 26, 2026, the Fondazione Prada will present “Sueño Perro: Instalación Celuloide de Alejandro G. Iñárritu,” a global multisensory exhibition rooted in the intersection of cinema and visual art, created by Academy Award-winning Mexican filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
holidays and important dates for your calendar
In addition to all of that, Labor Day in America is September 1. If you’re inclined to read about the role of work in our lives, have a look at our special edition of The Reading Room about the best books about work life. Rosh Hashanah begins Monday, September 22 at sunset and ends Wednesday, September 24 at nightfall. The autumnal equinox, the first day of fall, is also on Monday, September 22.
Luxury Calendar: Top Art, Fashion, Sport & Cultural Events in September 2025
September is a month of beautiful contradictions — the lingering warmth of late summer paired with the crisp promise of autumn; the glittering lights of the runway set against the quieter rituals of reflection and harvest. Whether you find yourself courtside in New York, on the deck of a superyacht in Monaco, drifting through a design district in London, or under the sails of Saint-Tropez, the shared thread is the pursuit of beauty, excellence, and connection. These 25 events are not just dates on a calendar — they are invitations to be part of the conversations, moments, and memories that will define the season. Whether you’re going back to school, back to the office, back to serious literature or back to baking, we hope that this month you’ll experience something brilliant.
