San Jose is packed with exciting events throughout October 2024, offering a variety of cultural festivals, live performances, and seasonal celebrations. From the Mosaic Festival to Halloween-themed events, there’s something for everyone this month in the heart of Silicon Valley. Here’s a detailed list of the top events and things to do in San Jose.
October 2024 San Jose Events:
Mosaic Festival — San Jose Taiko
- Date: October 6, 2024
- Time: 2:00 PM – 2:20 PM
- Location: San Jose History Museum Parking, 693 Phelan Ave, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Celebrate cultural diversity at the Mosaic Festival with a thrilling performance by San Jose Taiko. This 20-minute display of traditional Japanese drumming will bring the energy and spirit of Taiko to the San Jose History Museum.
Italian Festival in San Jose
- Date: October 6, 2024
- Time: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Location: Little Italy San Jose, Julian Street & N Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Join the Italian Festival for a day of Italian culture, food, music, and art in Little Italy San Jose. With family-friendly activities, this is a perfect way to spend a Sunday soaking up the flavors of Italy.
Los Alegres del Barranco
- Date: October 6, 2024
- Time: 3:00 AM
- Location: San Jose Civic, 135 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Dance the night away with Los Alegres del Barranco at the San Jose Civic. This Mexican banda group is known for their lively performances and traditional Norteno music.
Oktoberfest
- Da.te: October 7, 2024
- Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Location: Forest Home Farms Historic Park, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon, CA, United States
- Description: Head to Forest Home Farms Historic Park for a traditional Oktoberfest celebration featuring German food, beer, and live entertainment. Enjoy a day of festivities with friends and family in a beautiful historic setting.
Palomazo Norteño
- Date: October 12, 2024
- Time: 3:00 AM
- Location: SAP Center, 525 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Enjoy a night of Norteno music with Palomazo Norteño at the SAP Center. Their energetic and vibrant music will fill the arena for a memorable performance.
K-PLAY! FEST – Bay Area 2024
- Date: October 12 – 13, 2024
- Time: All Day
- Location: San Mateo County Event Center, 1346 Saratoga Dr, San Mateo, CA, United States
- Description: K-PLAY! FEST celebrates K-pop and Korean culture with live performances, dance competitions, and fan events. Join fellow K-pop fans in this exciting weekend at the San Mateo County Event Center.
Maz Jobrani (21+ Event)
- Date: October 18 – 20, 2024
- Time: Multiple Shows
- Location: San Jose Improv, 62 S Second St, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Comedian Maz Jobrani brings his stand-up comedy to San Jose Improv for a weekend of laughter. Known for his witty and relatable humor, this 21+ event is sure to be a hit.
San Jose Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Time: 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Location: The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, 73 N San Pedro St, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Kick off the Halloween festivities with a thrilling Bar Crawl across San Jose’s top venues. Don your best costume and explore the city’s nightlife while enjoying themed drinks and entertainment.
Ronny Chieng
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Time: 2:00 AM
- Location: San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Comedian Ronny Chieng, known for his sharp humor and appearances on The Daily Show, will take the stage at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts for an evening of comedy that you won’t want to miss.
Día San José
- Date: October 19, 2024
- Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Plaza de Cesar Chavez, 1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Celebrate Latinx culture at Día San José with live music, food, and cultural performances. Held at Plaza de Cesar Chavez, this festival offers an immersive experience into the vibrant and diverse Latinx community of San Jose.
Silicon Valley Trade Card Show
- Date: October 20, 2024
- Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Westgate Center, 1600 Saratoga Ave, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Card collectors, don’t miss the Silicon Valley Trade Card Show. With a wide range of sports, trading, and collectible cards available for sale and trade, this is the perfect event for enthusiasts to expand their collection.
Halloween Spooktacular
- Date: October 27, 2024
- Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: California Theatre, 345 S 1st St, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Bring the family to the Halloween Spooktacular for an afternoon of spooky fun at California Theatre. Featuring performances by local artists and interactive activities, it’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween with kids.
Clue (Touring)
- Date: October 29 – 31, 2024
- Time: Multiple Shows
- Location: San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 S Almaden Blvd, San Jose, CA, United States
- Description: Catch the touring production of Clue, the classic whodunit play based on the beloved board game. This thrilling and humorous show will keep you guessing until the very end.
From the lively Mosaic Festival to the Halloween Bar Crawl and Ronny Chieng’s comedy show, San Jose offers a wide range of events in October 2024. With something for every interest, this month’s lineup of activities ensures a fun-filled experience for all. Be sure to mark your calendar and enjoy the best of San Jose this October!
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