This outdoor DJ festival will not include long lines or a stage so far away you'd rather watch it on TV. There will be no "rave tent", drugged out frat boys passed out on the lawn or vendors selling tour T-shirts. Its "Doin It In the Park" and this is my kind of Labor Day party! Join in on the family vibe as 20 of the Bay Area's most beloved hip-hop, funk & reggae DJs fire up the BBQ, break out the volleyball and play TUG a WAR in Golden Gate Park. There will even be one of those blow-up Airjumper things for the kids. Meanwhile all the Mami's and Papi's can get down to the underground sounds of The Triple Threat Crew (Apollo, Shortkut, Vinroc), the complex boys of KUSF's Beatsauce (JBoogie, Wisdom & Raw B) and the irie sounds of Jah Warrior Shelter and more. A (Free!) outdoor party and BBQ is how these talented young men and women are giving back to their fans in the community. All you need to do is show up and revel in the labor of these dedicated beat slangers. Date: Sun. 9/5, Time: noon - 6pm, Place: Elk Glen Area (25th & Lincoln), Cover: Free, More Info (JP)

Adrian Sherwood's On-U Sound System
In celebration of Dub Mission's 8 year anniversary party, resident and founder DJ Sep has brought in innovative U.K. producer Adrian Sherwood for an evening of heavy dub sounds. Sherwood's dub legacy runs deep, with over two decades as the label head of On-U Sound, which has released over 100 albums and helped launch the career of many a reggae icon such as the late Prince Far I and Bim Sherman. A wide variety of internationally known artists have also had Adrian's production credits on their liner notes including Lee Perry, Depeche Mode and Nine Inch Nails to name a few. What separates Sherwood from his contemporaries is his determination to put out music that he believes in. By pushing the envelope of original roots through times when most people considered "roots" to be a thing of the past, Sherwood's passion for reggae and dub has always shined through. He's also been a major influence in the development of music technology which has helped other forms of electronic music to take shape (ie house, hip-hop etc.) with his unique mixing style and techniques. Dub Mission residents DJ Sep, Vinnie Esparza, Maneesh the Twister, J-Boogie and Ludichris will also be on hand. Date: Sunday, September 5, Time: 9pm-2am, Place: Elbo Room, Cover: $15 pre-sale, $17 door. More Info (JC)

Art & Soul Festival in Oaktown
The Art & Soul Festival in Oakland is a massive display that puts most of San Francisco's street festivals to shame (no offense but its true!) For three full days downtown Oakland is converted into 6 stages which will host over 100 performances including the Latin sounds of Los Lobos, hip-hop of Lyrics Born, the sultry R&B vocals of Ledisi, blues of John Lee Hooker Jr. and that 90's crew who still manages to end up in the retro mix, Tony Toni, Tone. There will be numerous dance performances from all around the world, a fashion show and a kid's stage. Oakland is sure to fly off the hinges with this kind of celebration going down in the streets! Check out the site for the full line-up. Date: Sat. 9/4, Sun. 9/5, Mon. 9/6, Time: 11am - 5pm, Place: downtown Oakland, Cover: $5. More Info (JP)

Sole Division Festival
A festival of soulful music and art in the truest sense of the word opens its doors to over 2,700 conscious souls at the Hyatt Regency Grand Ballroom for an 11 hour marathon of music, art exhibits and a friendly vibe, uniting us in the unique playing space we call SF. The musical and cultural diversity of our city will be well represented by over 30 artists, with headliners such as hip-hop collective Living Legends and a live performance by vocal house diva Lisa Shaw, along with Mauricio Aviles. Even those with a taste for punk, d-n-b, ska and live music will walk away well-sated. Progressively creative art collective PostGen is sure to move you with a post-modern art exhibit, while the kid inside of all of us will revel with KidRobot’s clever urban vinyl toys. This is the place to be for all things hip in San Francisco. Date: Saturday 9/4, Time: 3pm – 2 am, Place: Hyatt Regency Ballroom @ Embarcardero Center, Cover: $20. More Info (JM)

Nitevibe presents the September BPM Magazine release party. DJ DAN and CHARLES FEELGOOD mixin’ 80’s style! This month’s party is a very special one not to be missed. Globe-trotting masters DJ Dan and Charles Feelgood will be stopping in San Francisco to spin an exclusive 80’s remixed set, full throttle all night long! DJ M3 of Green Gorilla will be joining in the fun and warming us up for the ride. Please join us Tuesday, September 14th at the sleek and stylish, Fluid Ultra Lounge. This is a guest list only event, RSVP here. Event: Nitevibe/BPM Magazine Release Event Dj's: DJ Dan, Charles Feelgood and DJ M3 Date: Tuesday, September 14th (9pm - 2am) Location:Fluid Ultra Lounge (662 Mission St.) Admission: Guestlist Only - RSVP Here