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Cinco de Mayo Festival and Parade


Lively annual parade
Santa Clara street
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113
United States
A colorful, raucous and noisy parade through downtown San Jose takes place every Cinco de Mayo weekend to celebrate Mexican freedom. All sorts of people participate - student and community organizations, businesses, political groups, musicians and dancers. The parade winds up where the huge festival begins, at Almaden Boulevard and Park Avenue. It is always a great, high-energy time for everyone, no matter what their ethnic persuasion. The event is free. Some vendors may accept credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
Music in the OTHER Park


Music Every June
At the corner of Saint James and First streets
(St James Park)
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113
United States
+1 408 279 1775
http://www.sjdowntown.com
Every Thursday in June, there is a live concert in Saint James Park for free. Many local residents and businessmen stop by after work for the show. Beer is usually sold, and everyone is welcome to hang out and listen to the music between 5p and 8p. The style of music changes every season. The 2001 show saw mostly soul and fusion acts, but there is no telling what style of music might be on tap on any particular Thursday. The only thing you can be sure of is that it will be a great time.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Music in the OTHER Park photo by Jennifer Bullock
Photo: Jennifer Bullock
Music in the OTHER Park photo by Jennifer Bullock
Photo: Jennifer Bullock
 

 
San Jose America Festival


Annual 4th of July bash
San Carlos Street and Route 87
Guadalupe River Park's Discovery Meadow
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113
United States
http://www.americafestival.com/
Every year, nearly 200,000 people flock to this high-energy Fourth of July festival of music, crafts, ethnic food and fireworks. You can bring the kids to play in the children's area during the day and then go watch the fireworks together at night. Groove to music from any of the three stages or peruse the arts and crafts exhibits. There is a little bit of something for everybody at this festival. Event is free, some vendors may accept credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
 

 
San Jose Flea Market


A California Tradition
1590 Berryessa Road
(at the corner of East Hedding Street)
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95133
United States
+1 408 453 1110
http://www.sjfm.com
What may be the world's largest flea market (that is the claim, anyway) covers nearly 120 acres and offers lots of parking. Browse goods from more than 2,000 sellers, some commercial, some private. Everything is here: arts and crafts, produce, clothing, furniture, tires, bicycles, music, electronics, collectibles, shops, markets, barbecues or knick-knacks. It is a great destination for the bargain hunter. Admission is free, but parking is $5 on weekends and $1 on weekdays. Some vendors may accept credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Jose Flea Market photo by Cherie Leonard
Photo: Cherie Leonard
San Jose Flea Market photo by jennifer yin
Photo: jennifer yin
San Jose Flea Market photo by Peggy Kramer
Photo: Peggy Kramer
San Jose Flea Market photo by Emma Mordue
Photo: Emma Mordue
San Jose Flea Market photo by Jesus H Gonzalez
Photo: Jesus H Gonzalez
San Jose Flea Market photo by Elbert Porteria
Photo: Elbert Porteria
San Jose Flea Market photo by J. Miri
Photo: J. Miri
San Jose Flea Market photo by chloemakes
Photo: chloemakes
San Jose Flea Market photo by LeAnne Smith
Photo: LeAnne Smith
San Jose Flea Market photo by Gerald D. Lund
Photo: Gerald D. Lund
 

 
San Jose Jazz Festival


Free jazz
476 Park Avenue
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113
United States
+1 408 961 5816
http://www.sanjosejazz.org/
What bills itself as the largest free jazz festival in the world draws thousands of people to downtown San Jose each year. Generally using about ten stages dispersed throughout various neighborhoods, the event features all varieties of jazz, from Dixieland to fusion. This festival is so big that you can even get discounted rates at all the luxurious hotels in the area. Be sure to ask for special jazz packages when booking your room.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by James Knox
Photo: James Knox
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by James Hall
Photo: James Hall
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Elaina Karen
Photo: Elaina Karen
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Kymberli Brady
Photo: Kymberli Brady
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by D
Photo: D
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Roz05
Photo: Roz05
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Tom Willerer
Photo: Tom Willerer
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Paulo Philippidis
Photo: Paulo Philippidis
San Jose Jazz Festival photo by Roz05
Photo: Roz05
 

 
San Jose Obon Festival


Remembering the ancestors
640 North Fifth Street
San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95112
United States
+1 408 293 9292
http://www.sjbetsuin.com/
Over a weekend in summer, Japantown comes alive to the beats of Taiko drummers, as they pound their way along the streets. Organized by the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin, the free festival is celebrated to remember the dead and to reconnect with their spirits. Cultural and religious tradition is at its peak here, with music, dress, food and ritual coming together in the presence of colorful lanterns on a Japanese dance pavilion. Expect to see some beautiful kimonos and Hapi coats on more than 700 Bon Odori dancers who move to the music of the Chidori Band of San Jose. Food booths include sushi, meats and desserts from both America and Japan, while bingo, game stalls and a raffle provide other entertainment. The "Buddhism 101" workshop offers opportunities for locals to learn about the faith, at the Jose Buddhist Temple, as part of the celebrations.

Review © 2007, Wcities
San Jose Obon Festival photo by Kevin Tien
Photo: Kevin Tien
San Jose Obon Festival photo by Mike
Photo: Mike
 

 
Tapestry Arts Festival


Annual street festival
Corner of Almaden Blvd & Park Ave
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95113
United States
+1 408 494 3590
http://www.tapestryarts.org
A huge Labor Day street festival, this melange of performing arts, crafts, visual art, ethnic food and designs is one of San Jose's biggest and best events, drawing crowds from all over the Bay Area with its mix of fun, food and culture. Browse the wares of more than a hundred vendors, hawking everything from delicately carved gourds and etched glass to lumpia and sushi. It is all here: art, music, food and drinks. The event is free, some vendors may accept credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Tapestry Arts Festival photo by dodoskido.com
Photo: dodoskido.com
Tapestry Arts Festival photo by deepgoswami
Photo: deepgoswami
Tapestry Arts Festival photo by Prabal Bhattacharya
Photo: Prabal Bhattacharya
 

 
Vietnamese Spring Festival and Parade


Annual New Year's Parade
621 Tully Road
San Jose and Silicon Valley, CA 95111
United States
+1 408 292 8283
http://www.vsfsanjose.com/
Every year to celebrate Vietnamese New Year, also known as Tet, this parade rolls through downtown San Jose. Traditional Vietnamese processions and celebrations fill the park, as people from all over the South Bay come to witness this free event. Vietnamese student organizations from throughout the country take part in the parade, which features traditional dances, a very colorful and friendly dragon, and a display of fireworks. Be sure to try some of the traditional New Year's delicacies, especially the Moon Cakes. The event is free, some vendors may take credit cards.

Review © 2007, Wcities
Vietnamese Spring Festival and Parade photo by Bao Ngo
Photo: Bao Ngo
Vietnamese Spring Festival and Parade photo by Bao Ngo
Photo: Bao Ngo
Vietnamese Spring Festival and Parade photo by Son Nguyen
Photo: Son Nguyen
 

 
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