San Jose Summer

This summer, San Jose comes alive with the perfect blend of culture, cuisine, and community. From world class outdoor music festivals like San Jose Jazz Summer Fest and Music in the Park to the larger than life alebrijes art installation at Plaza de Cesar Chavez to catching the sunset over a rooftop dining experience, strolling through vibrant farmers markets across the city and hiking outdoors under the sun... Whatever you're in the mood for, San Jose has your summer covered.

Whether you’re a visitor looking for something new or a local rediscovering the city, San Jose has everything you need for a summer full unforgettable experiences.

Summer nightlife in Downtown San Jose in front of Splash night club — *Summer nightlife in Downtown San Jose*

It's Rooftop Season

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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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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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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Featured Downtown Events

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Soak up the sun and recharge with a relaxing stay!
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A Summer of Live Music

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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Summertime Events

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San Jose Summer

It's Rooftop Season

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. See More

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. See More

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. See More

Featured Downtown Events

Alebrijes en San Jose

Starlight Cinema

Pobladores Night Market

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A Summer of Live Music

San Jose Farmer's Markets

Summertime Events

Makers Market in the Park

San Jose Flea Market

2026 Viva CalleSJ

Bay Area Pizza Week

Oldies y Cerveza

Halfway to Halloween Flashlight Tours at the Winchester Mystery House

ANDRUSS BLOCK PARTY

Yoga & Pilates on The Row

AFTERMATH LITURGY: A Staged Reading of a New Play by Min Kahng

Spirit Alley Halfway 2 Halloween presented by The Menagerie Oddities Market

Alamitos Vineyards Wine Brunch

2026 Low Brow BBQ Art Fest

Karaoke Night at O'Flaherty's Irish Pub

Santana Row Farmers Market

Gordon Biersch Night Market

Coat Check: Speak Easy - Featuring The Jazz On Tap Big Band

Vintage Market by Pop-Up San Jose

Cielo Seasonal Soirée | Hotel Valencia Santana Row

South Bay AANHPI Festival

The Alameda Artworks Silicon Valley Open Studios

Spring for the Symphony Gala – Symphony San Jose

CONCERTO NIGHT

Candlelight: 90's Hip-Hop on Strings

Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings

SJMADE Fest 2026

Race to The Row

Back to the Future

Kenzan Floral Arrangement Workshop

Music In The Square Summer Series

Mosaic Festival Silicon Valley 2026

The Rose

Soccer Celebration: Korea Republic vs. Czech Republic Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Mexico vs. South Africa Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Canada vs. Bosnia-Herzegovnia Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: USA vs. Paraguay Watch Party

Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites ft. Songs by Prince, Childish Gambino, & More

Global Soccer Match: Qatar vs. Switzerland - Group B

Soccer Celebration: Qatar vs. Switzerland Watch Party

Global Soccer Match: Australia vs. Turkey Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Brazil vs. Morocco Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Haiti vs. Scotland Watch Party

Dia de Portugal Festival

Soccer Celebration: Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Germany vs. Curaçao Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Netherlands vs. Japan Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Sweden vs. Tunisia Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Iran vs. New Zealand Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Spain vs. Cabo Verde Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Belgium vs. Egypt Watch Party

Global Soccer Match: Austria vs. Jordan - Group J

Soccer Celebration: Austria vs. Jordan Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Argentina vs. Algeria Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: France vs. Senegal Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Iraq vs. Norway Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: England vs. Croatia Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Ghana vs. Panama Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Portugal vs. Congo DR Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Uzbekistan vs. Colombia Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Canada vs. Qatar Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Czech Republic vs. South Africa Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Mexico vs. Korea Republic Watch Party

Soccer Celebration: Switzerland vs. Bosnia-Herzegovina Watch Party

Global Soccer Match: Turkey vs. Paraguay - Group D

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.

See More

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.

See More

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.

See More