Take to the Tank for some more fun. | Photo by SJtoday staff
With a new year comes new experiences.
2023 is already poppin’ off with a lineup of exciting shows set to come to San Jose, and we’re ready to rock n’ roll.
We’ve shared upcoming concerts coming to the great 408, but let’s break down where and when you can catch your favorite performers.
🎶 SAP Center
This nearly 18,000-seat venue is the official home of the Sharks, but hosts ~100 other events a year which include ice skating shows, sports matches, and live music.
Since its original opening in 1936, this small but mighty venue has hosted music legends, political figures, boxing matches, symphonies, and more. Fun fact: The Who had their first headlining US tour here in 1968.
As the official venue for the San Francisco 49ers since 2014, this stadium boasts ~68,500 seats and 80+ concession stands. It was host to big acts like Elton John, Coldplay, and the Weeknd last year.
Just up 101 in Mountain View is this open-air venue. With a mix of 6,500 seats and lawn capacity for 16,000 guests, the amphitheater is host to ~30 major music events every summer.
Boy Band Bash | Friday, Jan. 27 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $17 | Get ready to sing and dance to your favorite heartthrob groups — both new and old.
Tet Festival 2023 | Friday, Jan. 27-Sunday, Jan. 29 | Eastridge Center, 2200 Eastridge Loop, San Jose | Free | Enjoy live music, a fashion + magic show, and food, drink, and merchandise vendors.
Saturday, Jan. 28
Editing Photos in Lightroom | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Open San José, 38 S. Second St., San Jose | $15+ | Learn basic editing skills like exposure manipulation and composition theory.
New Year, New Drip | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Garden at the Flea, 1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose | Free admission with $10 parking | Shop vintage wear, sneakers, art vendors, and more.
Embarrassed by Night: Vietnamese-American Standup Comedy | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 7-11 p.m. | Tabard Theatre, 29 N. San Pedro St., Ste. 200, San Jose | $25+ | See some of the finest Vietnamese-American comedians in celebration of Lunar New Year.
Gimme Gimme Disco | Saturday, Jan. 28 | 8 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $15 | Channel your inner “Dancing Queen.”
Rosicrucian Peace Garden Tour | Sunday, Jan. 29 | 1:30 p.m. | Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, 1660 Park Ave., San Jose | Learn about the park’s edible and medicinal plants and fish.
Community Kick Back | Sunday, Jan. 29 | 1-5 p.m. | S. Ninth 26th St., San Jose | Free | Enjoy an art gallery, live music, and local vendors from Martha Street Art Night and SJ Makers.
Monday, Jan. 30
Reverend Horton Heat + The Surfrajettes | Monday, Jan. 30 | 7 p.m. | The Ritz, 400 S. First St., San Jose | $25 | This psychobilly band from Texas has established themselves as one of the most popular underground acts in America.
We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
The CSU Board of Trusteesrecently approved San Jose State’s proposal to turn the Alfred E. Alquist office building site into housing for university faculty and staff. Construction on the redevelopment project is expected to begin late next year, and be completed by 2027. 🏗️
Civic
Stanford University administrator Domingo Candelas was appointed to the District 8 seat — which represents East San Jose — and will begin his term on Monday, Jan. 30. Former Councilmember Sylvia Arenas left the seat vacant after being elected to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors last November. (The Mercury News)
San Jose recently announced grant awards totaling over $62 million for several transportation safety projects around the city. This money will fund key projects at Jackson Avenue, Julian and St. James streets, First and Virginia streets, Seventh and Reed streets, Naglee and Dana avenues, Story and Keyes streets, and White Road. 🚧
Sports
The San Jose Sharksrecently announced they’ve acquired defenseman Jacob MacDonald and forward Martin Kaut from Colorado Avalanche, in exchange for defenseman Ryan Merkley and forward Matt Nieto. Macdonald has appeared in 76 NHL games, posting 12 points, and Kaut has appeared in 27 NHL games, posting six points. 🏒
Community
San Jose Parks and Rec wants residents to voice their input on the design + nameof a new 2.5-acre park located along Seely Avenue near Montague Expressway. The park will be within a proposed 22-acre mixed-use development, which includes ~1,500 residential units. Take the surveybefore 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29. 🌳
Biz
Soaring to new heights... Archer Aviation, an electric aircraft company, has leased a new 68,300-sqft office building in North San Jose — just a half-mile from its existing headquarters. The company is also hiring as it plans to launch its flying taxi called “Midnight,” by early 2025. (The Mercury News)
Travel
Let’s crunch the numbers. Mineta Airport saw 11.15 million passenger trips last year — a 36.9% increase from 2021. However, SJC’s total passenger count dipped in December, ending a seven-month streak of 1 million monthly passengers. The decline is likely due to widespread flight cancellations and delays, which were mainly weather-related. ✈️ (The Mercury News)
Asked
Do you know a Girl Scout troop that is selling cookies this season?Let us know where we can snag your S’mores and we may feature your troop’s sale in an upcoming newsletter. 🍪
Finance
Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Traffic
What we’re buying for our cars:Dash cams. The REDTIGER Dual Dash Camera captures both the front and rear of your car and can be a lifesaver when it comes to contesting traffic violations and recording evidence of collisions. Plus, it connects to your mobile device. 🚦*
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SPORTS
We’ve got a lot of pride on our side
2023 NFC Championship watch parties
Let’s run it back for round two. | Photo via @sliceofhomage
Get ready to bust out your red and gold this Sunday, Jan. 29, to cheer on our San Francisco 49ers as they face the Philadelphia Eagles for the NFC Championship game.
Couldn’t find a ticket to Lincoln Field? No worries, here are four local spots that are hosting watch parties.
🏈 San Pedro Social | 163 W. Santa Clara St. | Doors open at 11 a.m. | Enjoy raffles, giveaways, music, and pizza from Slice of Homage.
🏈 San Pedro Square Market | 87 N. San Pedro St. | Doors open at 11 a.m. | 15 TVs and 14 eateries — need we say more?
🏈 Five Points Bar | 169 W. Santa Clara St. | Doors open at 11 a.m. | DJ Double A will spin some tracks after the game.
🏈 O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub | 25 N. San Pedro St. | Doors open at 11 a.m. | Get the action on seven outdoor TVs and a giant projector at the main bar.
Editor’s pick: This weekend, I’m in charge of pup-sitting my family’s dog while they’re away on vacation. He’s an adorable 7-year-old West Highland Terrier (westie for short), and I can’t wait to take him to some dog parks around here. He doesn’t get too much playtime with other dogs, so maybe look out for us at Hellyer on Sunday? 🐾
Editorial:Alyson Chuyang, Britt Thorson, Emily Shea, Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto, Dayten Rose, Sarah Leonhardt, Katie Smith | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.
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