Come to San Jose for the holidays and experience the joy and wonder that make the season so bright. Whether it's a family weekend or trip with your best friends, the city offers something for everyone. From festive traditions that warm the heart to innovative attractions that captivate the imagination, San Jose is the perfect holiday destination.
Whether you're here to explore, dine, shop, or be entertained, use this page as your guide to all the holiday festivities happening around the city.
Explore San Jose this holiday shopping season! Get inspiration for your next holiday adventure with the City of San Jose's easy to navigate guide highlighting 11 of the city's unique main streets.
Downtown is the center of all the holiday action. Spend your time ice skating underneath California palm trees, reveling in the holiday spirit of Christmas in the Park, catching a thrill at Winter Wonderland, or seeing a holiday performance at a local theater. See what's happening in the neighborhood from the San Jose Downtown Association.
Help bring holiday cheer to over 12,000 San Jose residents by donating to Sacred Heart Community Service. Considering giving canned food, unwrapped toys or making a financial donation.
Show your #sanjoselove by purchasing gifts from small businesses Downtown. When you spend $125, you'll get a $25 gift card!
By supporting local entrepreneurs, creatives, and nonprofits, you’re helping to keep the San Jose community thriving.
Our guide to a family-friendly holiday in San Jose
Our guide to a romantic holiday weekend in San Jose
Make a weekend out of it! Book a hotel stay in San Jose to fully appreciate the festive celebrations and support San Jose small businesses.
