San Jose Summer

How will you spend your summer in San Jose? 

This summer, San Jose comes alive with a blend of culture, competition, and community. Whether you're a visitor looking for something new or a local rediscovering the city, start your summer planning here. 
 

 

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It's Rooftop Season

Cielo Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Cielo

Sip and savor at Hotel Valencia's intimate seasonal wine bar. Sip on a glass of wine, savor a light bite and cozy up by the fireplace as you admire the sunset over the Santa Cruz Mountains.

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Floodcraft Brewing

Floodcraft Brewing

Get into the summer spirit at Floodcraft Brewing Company! Enjoy craft beer and rooftop view above The Alameda. Make this your first stop before any event at SAP Center. 

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Terra at Eataly

Terra

Located inside Eataly Silicon Valley, this rooftop restaurant is inspired by Earth and fire. Enjoy a meal, sip on wine, and watch the sunset over the city.

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  • San Jose Farmers Markets

    San Jose Farmer's Markets

    Summertime means Farmer's Markets are in full swing! Use our guide to shop fresh and local this summer season. 

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A Summer of Live Music

  • WeAreDevelopers

    We Are Developers

    The world's largest developer event is coming to San Jose! Join tech leaders and builders this September 23–25 for three days of hands-on workshops, keynotes, and immersive networking at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. 

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San Jose Night Markets

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Your San Jose Summer, Answered

When is the global soccer tournament happening?

The action runs June 11 through July 19, with six matches at nearby Levi's Stadium. San Jose will turn into the ultimate soccer destination, with downtown watch parties for all 104 matches at San Pedro Square Martket. There will also be activations and celebrations citywide. Learn more at here.

What summer music festivals are happening in San Jose?

San Jose's outdoor stages stay busy all season! San Jose Jazz Summer Fest (Aug 7-9), Music in the Park (July 24-26), the Fountain Blues & Brews Festival (June 27-28) are all back at Plaza Park. The 2026 Levitt Pavilion concert series also returns to St. James Park (May 4 - September 6).

Where can I find farmers markets and night markets?

Shop fresh and local by day with our farmers markets guide, then keep the fun going after dark at El Mercadito (Wednesdays at Creekside San Jose) and the Gordon Biersch Night Market (Thursdays in Japantown).

What is Gaiascope?

This can't-miss art installation at Downtown's Circle of Palms features three suspended kaleidoscope sculptures with mirrored chambers, color-changing LED displays, and interactive video. The installation is on display May 22nd through August 18th.

Where is the best place to catch a summer sunset?

Whether you want trail views or table views, San Jose has both. Lace up your boots for sweeping views at Sierra Vista Open Space Preserve, settle in for rooftop with a glass of wine at Hotel Valencia's Cielo, or enjoy a farm-to-table fine dining experience overlooking Silicon Valley at The GrandView Restaurant. 

Where should I stay?

Whether you want to stay at the heart of it all downtown, have a boutique experience at Santana Row, or have easy access to the airport, San Jose has a hotel for every kind of summer. Browse stays across the city.

All Summer Events

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