A Very San Jose Holiday

San Jose's Holiday Magic

Visit San Jose this holiday season and immerse yourself in the joy, wonder, and festive spirit that make this time of year truly magical. Whether you're planning a cozy family getaway or a memorable trip with friends, San Jose offers something for everyone. From beloved traditions that warm the heart to exciting attractions that ignite the imagination, San Jose is the ultimate holiday destination.

Explore, dine, shop, and enjoy a wide array of holiday events to make it a very San Jose holiday for you and your loved ones!

Enjoy festive holiday popups at bars across Downtown including Dr. Funk

Plan your holiday stay

SJC

San Jose Mineta International Airport

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Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row

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Hayes Mansion

Hayes Mansion

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  • San Jose Sour

    The San Jose Sour is back

    Get the recipe
    San Jose's signature holiday cocktail is crafted in collaboration with Visit San Jose and Vine Hospitality, the San Jose Sour features the renowned Dragon Plus Whiskey from 10th Street Distillery and American Robin California Cuvée from Alamitos Vin

Try the San Jose Sour at these Restaurants

Season Long Events

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Shop Local San Jose

Shop small this holiday season

Find your next holiday adventure with the City of San Jose’s shop local page. Discover one-of-a kind places to shop, dine, and celebrate the season! 

Check out the Shop Local Guide

Downtown Cheer

Spend $150 at participating businesses from November 28 – December 24, 2025 and earn a $50 gift card to a Downtown business.

Downtown Globe Christmas Tree

Book a Stay

Make the most of all San Jose has to offer this holiday season. Book a hotel stay and take advantage of the special holiday packages our hotels are offering.

Hayes Mansion Exterior

San Jose's Holiday Spirit is Abuzz

All Holiday Events

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Book a San Jose Hotel Stay

Make a weekend out of it! Book a hotel stay in San Jose to fully experience the festive celebrations around the city.

Share your #sanjoselove this holiday season

We want to see how you're celebrating the holidays in San Jose! Follow @visitsanjose on social media and use #sanjoselove for a chance to be featured. You can also upload any photos or videos you'd like to share by clicking on this link.