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Events
Events
This Weekend
Campbell Oktoberfest | Saturday, Oct. 19-Sunday, Oct. 20 | Times vary | Downtown Campbell | Free | Prost! The long-running, German-inspired fest returns with craft beer, food, live music, dancing, stein-holding contests, and 100+ arts and crafts booths.
San Jose Barracuda vs. Iowa Wild | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 6 p.m. | Tech CU Arena | $26+ | This is cool — SJ’s AHL team hits the ice for its 2024-2025 home opener.
International Performing Arts Festival 2024 | Saturday, Oct. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | California Theatre | $48+ | IPAA’s local professional dancers + Bay Area artists will showcase the beauty of different cultures through the universal language of art.
San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs | Sunday, Oct. 20 | 1:25 p.m. | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara | $225+ | The Niners take on the reigning Super Bowl champs — yes, we’re keeping our eyes peeled for a Taylor Swift sighting in the stands.
Plan Ahead
San Francisco 49ers: A Book Talk with Mark Purdy | Tuesday, Oct. 22 | 6 p.m. | History Park | $16+ | See exclusive Niners memorabilia while reporter Mark Purdy talks about his latest book, “The San Francisco 49ers: An Illustrated Timeline.”
Croce Plays Croce: “50th Anniversary Tour” | Wednesday, Oct. 23 | 8 p.m. | San Jose Civic | $54+ | A.J. Croce performs timeless classics by his late father, Jim Croce, plus some of his own tunes.
Disney On Ice presents: “Mickey’s Search Party” | Thursday, Oct. 24-Friday, Oct. 25 | 7 p.m. | SAP Center at San Jose | $31+ | Look for clues in the search for Tinker Bell through the worlds of “Coco,” “Moana,” “Frozen,” and more in this cool, kid-approved ice skating show.
Trick or Drink: San Jose Halloween Bar Crawl | Friday, Oct. 25 | 6 p.m.-2 a.m. | Dr. Funk | $25+ | Check-in at Dr. Funk, and then make your way to participating bars offering drink specials throughout the evening.
D.L. Hughley | Friday, Oct. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | San Jose Improv | $50+ | The actor and comic brings his stand-up act to SJ.
A Red Flag Warning continues in eastern San Jose through 5 p.m. today for strong offshore winds + critically dry conditions. Meanwhile, PG&E has been monitoring Bay Area counties for potential public safety power shut-offs all week — see if you might be impacted. (The Mercury News)
Civic
Official ballot drop boxes are open across Santa Clara County through Tuesday, Nov. 5 for voters looking to drop off their ballots for the Presidential General Election. Vote center locations will begin opening on Saturday, Oct. 26 — find the one closest to you before Election Day.
Real Estate
Laurel Mill Lodge — a historic lumber mill in the Santa Cruz mountains — is on the market for $4.995 million. The 24-acre site features a mansion, eight cabins that can sleep up to 32 people, six dorm-style A-frame homes, a conference room, and open space boasting Redwood groves, a creek, and beach areas. (The Mercury News)
Open
See’s Candies will host its grand opening at its new location at The Big Tree in Saratoga on Saturday, Oct. 26, starting at 9:30 a.m. Shoppers can enter a raffle from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to win free lollipops for one year — andyes, expect free samples.
Festival
San Jose Made will host its free, annual Friend Fest on Feb. 22 + Feb. 23, 2025 at South Hall with a showcase of 275+ local makers, artisans, designers, and small businesses. Organizers are accepting vendor applications through Sunday, Dec. 1.
Drink
Mocktails, anyone? Dr. Funk rolled out a new no + low-proof cocktail menu featuring less than a standard serving of spirits. Look for drinks like the Designated Driver and Nada Colada. Want to keep up with local food + drink news in our area? Read more on our website.
Wellness
Posture check — this is your weekly reminder to straighten your back. If that felt good, imagine how nice a stretch at Jiaren Yoga Studio would feel. Find your flow at these San Jose yoga studios.
Seasonal
Looking to boost your brand’s visibility? Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is the perfect place to showcase your gift-worthy products. With thousands of engaged readers, you will be seen by the right audience just in time for holiday shopping. Get in the guide.
City Guide
City Guide
🏡 Staycation, all I ever wanted
Historic Hensley house.|Photo via Vrbo
Interested in taking a staycation or looking for a place for your guests to stay during their next visit? Good news — San Jose has plenty of amazing Airbnb + Vrbo rentals to try out.
Downtown
Large, stylish home Bring a crew of up to 14 at this bright, modern home situated in a peaceful neighborhood next to Watson Park.
~$540 a night
5 BD | 3 BA
Jetted tub, updated kitchen appliances, conveniently located near San Jose Mineta International Airport
Family-friendly
Santana Row family home This home features plenty of easy parking and is located 5 minutes from Santana Row.
~$330 a night
5 BD | 2BA
This retreat features a pool table, a 4K Smart TV loaded with streaming apps, and spacious rooms for the whole fam
Out-of-the-ordinary
Historic Hensley house master suite This Victorian residence sits in a neighborhood that was established in 1865, and was adopted as a local Historical Landmark District in 1990.
~$110 a night
1 BD | 1 BA
Vintage light fixtures and furniture, outdoor patio, grand piano, spacious backyard
The Levitt Pavilion San Jose’s free fall concert series continues at St. James Park tomorrow, 3-6:30 p.m. Acari Music will perform the opening set, followed by the jazzy, soulful stylings of headliner Ladybird. There will be activities for the kids, local food trucks, and sweets for sale from Eizel’s Bakery — bring your chairs + blankets and make a whole evening of it.
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