Events
Silicon Valley is packed year-round with exciting events! Find an event going on while you are visiting Silicon Valley to complete your trip and have some fun. Whether it’s the San Jose Jazz Festival or a concert or sporting event at Levi’s Stadium, stay up to date with what’s on the Silicon Valley event calendar here. Find special events that can only be found in some of our beautiful Silicon Valley cities for a unique and exciting experience. Visit our Calendar of Events for a complete listing of Silicon Valley events!
Roaring Camp Railroads
Located less than an hour from most Silicon Valley locations, Roaring Camp Railroads takes visitors on a train ride over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
In the 1880s, narrow-gauge steam locomotives were used to haul giant redwood logs out of the mountains. Roaring Camp Railroads steam engines date from 1890 and are among the oldest and mo...
Wine & Spirits Classes at Oak & Rye
Oak & Rye's beverage director leads and informal wine/spirits class on select Tuesdays! These classes are perfect for beginners, as well as the more seasoned drinkers who are looking to try something new. Classes include 3-4 pours and small snacks to pair....
Intel Museum
Check website for operating schedule under Covid restrictions. Go behind the scenes in the high-tech world of California's famed Silicon Valley. See what it is like inside an ultra-clean, highly automated silicon chip factory, and connect with technologies that give us new ways to work, learn, play, and communicate. The Intel Museum is 10,000 square feet of fun, interactive learning for children and adults....
Saratoga Village Farmer's Marketplace
With certified agricultural producers complemented by several permitted non-agricultural purveyors including hummus, kettle corn, fresh seafood, delicious cooked food, plus a few specialty businesses. Parking is available in the large lot behind Village Burger Bar as well as behind most business along Big Basin Way.
Location: Blaney Plaza, the entrance to Saratoga Village, intersection of Hwy 9, Big Basin Way and Saratoga Avenue.
For more information, call Bill Harlow 408 831-8741, All Bay...
Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University
Serving the Stanford campus, the Bay Area community, and visitors from around the world, the Cantor Arts Center provides an outstanding cultural experience for visitors of all ages. Founded when the university opened in 1891, the historic museum was expanded and renamed in 1999 for lead donors Iris and B. Gerald Cantor. The museum's collection spans 5,000 years and includes more than 38,000 works of art from around the globe. These include our renowned collection of Rodin bronze sculptures, whic...
Los Altos First Friday
Enjoy live music, refreshments, and evening shopping in Downtown Los Altos the first Friday of every month!...
First Fridays in Downtown Campbell
First Fridays is Downtown Campbell's monthly street entertainment event. Each month on the first Friday of the month, we schedule four bands or musicians to play along the sidewalk from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Bands are announced in the week leading up to each First Friday....
Milpitas Farmer's Market
The Milpitas Farmer's Market features growers across the region who will have produce and offerings on display for purchase....
Roaring Camp Railroads - "Rain Forest Weekends"
Located less than an hour from most Silicon Valley cities, visitors to Roaring Camp Railroads can experience Rain Forest Weekends. View giant Coastal redwoods from open-air cars on Roaring Camps Redwood Forest Train. Learn about Californias own rain forest located in the Santa Cruz Mountains just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean. The forest flourishes in moderate temperatures and a year-round water supply provided by Pacific systems and dense fog.
In winter, Californias rain forest is most ...
De Anza Flea Market
Explore the De Anza Flea Market every first Saturday of every month including holidays, rain or shine! The De Anza Flea Market began as a small effort by the students of De Anza College to raise money for the student body over 30 years ago and has grown into an established community event attracting vendors and patrons from throughout the state. The De Anza Flea Market is still a student enterprise with the De Anza Associated Student Body paying for all of the expenses and gaining approximately ...
Sunnyvale Farmers Market
Year-round Farmers Market. Enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables and arts and crafts from from local growers and artisans.
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Monthly Walking Tours
If you would like to know about Gilroy's history, theses tours will not disappoint. Meet in front of the Gilroy Museum, 195 Fifth Street, unless otherwise specified below.
January 6 - MONTEREY STREET /
February 3 - BUNGALOWS /
March 2 - WOMEN'S HISTORY TOUR /
April 6 - OLD GILROY I (Railroad and Alexander Streets) /
May 4 - OLD GILROY II (Forest and Chestnut Streets) /
June 1 - GAVILAN HILLS MEMORIAL PARK CEMETERY (Meet at the cemetery, 1000 First Street) /
July 6 - NO TOU...
Santa Clara Farmer's Market
Certified Farmer's Market every Saturday in downtown Santa Clara at Franklin Square. Free live entertainment and expansive market. Open 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m....
Los Gatos Certified Farmers' Market
Held in Downtown Los Gatos at the Town Park Plaza on Main Street & N. Santa Cruz Avenue, the Los Gatos Certified Farmers Market offers seasonal fruits and vegetables from Santa Clara County year-round. With over 40 local farmers and food producers, the market features Asian vegetables, honey, mushrooms, eggs, fresh roasted herbed-crusted chicken and more....
Mountain View Farmer's Market
Consistently award-winning farmers market for over 22 years, this market was voted Top 5 in the Nation by American Farmland Trusts' Favorite Farmers Market Contest. This Farmers Market showcases over 80 farmers and food purveyors every Sunday, 9am to 1pm hosted by the City of Mountain View at the Caltrain Station year-round. The third largest market in the state, it offers an extensive selection of organic produce, baked goods and fresh flowers.
PLEASE NOTE: Market relocates on 49er Home Game...
Campbell Farmers Market
Explore Campbell Farmers Market and find fresh, local produce and produces. The market is located at Campbell and Central Avenues....
California Avenue Farmers' Market
OPEN Year Round, Rain or Shine
2024 Calendar, We Are OPEN:
Sunday 4th of July,
Thanksgiving Weekend,
Christmas Weekend,
New Years Weekend.
Also, Perfect Edge Knife Sharpening attends every 1st Sunday of the Month...
Los Gatos Farmers Market
Los Gatos Farmers Market is each Sunday at Los Gatos Town Plaza Park in downtown Los Gatos. Hours are 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m....
History at the House
Community members who have an experience level, a range of knowledge, and a willingness to share their perspectives about our local history and landscapes to join in the conversation. Meetings are on the 3rd Saturday of every month. Each month features a different speaker. Please RSVP to info@morganhillhistoricalsociety.com...
Puesto Taco Tuesday & Happy Hour
Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar serving up gourmet tacos with handmade blue corn tortillas and delicious margueritas. Stop by for Taco Tuesday and/or Puesto's Weekly Happy Hour.
Taco Tuesday Happy Hour
3 pm - 9 pm /
DINE-IN ONLY /
HALF OFF ALL TACOS /
Weekly Happy Hour
Mon - Fri 3 pm - 5 pm /
DINE-IN ONLY /
$10 Puesto Perfect Margaritas /
$6 Puesto drafts /
$9 Wines by the glass /
1/2 off Snacks & shares /...
California's Great America - Opening Day
Scream on the single-rail steel rollercoaster Railblazer, spend time with the PEANUTS Gang in Planet Snoopy or catch a flight that overlooks the park on Delta Flyer! With Seasons of Fun, California's Great America is filled with brand-new and returning special events all year around. Plus, South Bay Shores Waterpark is guaranteed to provide hours of splash and fun in the sun! Don’t forget to try artisan foods, delicious treats and specialty drinks. California’s Great America has fun for the ...
Easter Egg Hunt
Annual hunt for candy and prize filled eggs. Meet the Easter Bunny, enjoy fun crafts face painting, a balloon artist, and games on 2nd Street. Limit 5 eggs per child. Please bring your own basket. Children ages 1-10 only. Free event....
Big Bunny 5K
The Big Bunny 5k brings members of the entire Cupertino community together to kick-off the start of Spring. Pre-registration is required online or at the Quinlan Community Center. For more information and to register, please go to: www.bigbunny5k.com....
Don Omar "Back to Reggaeton"
Don Omar "Back to Reggaeton" tour comes to the SAP Center in downtown San Jose. Concert starts at 8:00 p.m. Check website for ticket prices....
Eggstraordinary Easter Egg Hunt
The Easter Bunny makes a stop at Roaring Camp. Hop aboard the Redwood Forest Steam Train to Bear Mountain for an Easter Egg Hunt and participate in Easter activities in Town....
Nate Bargatze - "The Be Funny Tour"
Nate Bargatze brings is comedy tour to the SAP Center in downtown San Jose. Starts at 7:00 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit website....
Los Gatos Wine Walk
Walk the streets of Downtown Los Gatos and enjoy tasting wine from over 40 local wineries and indulging in delectable food.
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Roaring Camp Railroads - "Model Railroad Exhibit"
Adults and kids alike will enjoy viewing California Central Coast on 30's large scale model railroad display. Watch model trains chugging through the Redwoods, around railroad bends and over the Santa Cruz Mountains to the Boardwalk with the miniature scale of the Central Coast spread out before them. During your visit be sure to see Roaring Camp's authentic 1800s steam train....
Earth Day & Arbor Day Festival
This annual event is held at Cupertino Civic Center, 10300 Torre Ave. For more information, please call the City of Cupertino Sustainability Division at 408.777.3200 or email them at sustainability@cupertino.org.
Pedal 4 the Planet Ride - 9:30 am- 12:30 pm/ Bike ride begins at 10:00 am
This event begins at the Cupertino Civic Center, 10300 Torre Ave. and features a 6 mile bike ride around Cupertino's parks and schools. The route will end at the Cupertino Civic Center for people to join in ...
Cherry Blossom Festival
The annual Cherry Blossom Festival honoring Cupertino's sister city of Toyokawa, Japan offers a wide selection of Japanese food and beverages, entertainment, demonstrations, cultural exhibits, art, crafts and clothing for sale. All-day entertainment takes place in the Amphitheatre. Free event....
Sakhi Sangam
Sakhi Sangam at The Heritage Theatre. Tickets: $30. Starts at 5:00 p.m....
Roaring Camp Railroads - SC Mountain Mushroom Festival
Discover the wonders of mushrooms! Through wild mushroom exploration, cooking and cultivation demos, functional mushroom talks, and DIY workshops, the Santa Cruz Mountain Mushroom Festival offers an incredible opportunity to connect to the mycological network....
A la Carte & Art Festival - Mountain View
The San Francisco Bay Area's popular outdoor festival season officially springs into action in downtown Mountain View where cool, bustling, stroll-friendly Castro Street is transformed into a resplendent sea of people and colorful tents for A La Carte & Art. This family oriented features music, car show, arts & crafts, food and fun...
Los Altos Farmers' Market
The Downtown Los Altos Farmers' Market returns to it's traditional home on State Street beginning May 9th. It runs every Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 pm through September 26. The market is a great place to find fresh-from-the farm produce along with unique, specialty food items....
The Roots
The Roots live at The Mountain Winery. For tickets and more information, visit the website....
Downtown San Jose Farmer's Market
Join us downtown every Friday from May 17 - December 20, 2024! Hours: 10 a.m - 2:00 p.m. South First Street between Salvador and William Streets....
Dwight Yoakam
Dwight Yoakam makes a stop at The Mountain Winery. See website for ticket information....
Tanya Tucker
Tanya Tucker brings her 2024 tour to The Mountain Winery. Visit website for tickets and more information....
Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood
Get ready for an evening of sidesplitting laughter as Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood, the dynamic duo from TV's "Whose Line is it Anyway?" take the stage....
Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras
The Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras Festival, now in its 38th year of turning Memorial Day weekend into a celebration of the mushroom, has unveiled its plans for the FREE admission and parking festival in south Santa Clara County.
The two-day festival of family fun includes live entertainment on two stages, arts and crafts with a special Artists Section for fine arts and quality craft, gourmet offerings, a mushroom educational exhibit, cooking demonstrations, strolling musicians, street perfo...
Xavier Rudd with Bobby Alu
Xavier Rudd with special guest Bobby Alu at The Mountain Winery. For tickets and more information, visit website....
Thievery Corporation
The Thievery Corporation at The Mountain Winery in Saratoga. See website for ticket information....
Sunnyvale Arts & Wine Festival
Kick off the summer with everyone's favorite 46th annual Art & Wine Festival in Downtown Sunnyvale. This is a two day event starting Saturday, June 1st at 10:00 am through Sunday, June 2nd at 6:00pm. Be sure to keep the good feeling and comradarie buzzing at a local downtown spot.
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Annual Garlic City Car Show
Get the chance to see incredible vehicles, both old and new, including classic Model T’s, hot rods, muscle cars and more. There will also be live music, a Kids Zone, and delicious food!...
Bill Burr Live
Comedian and actor Bill Burr's 2024 tour live at the San Jose Civic. Visit website for start time and ticket information....
Summer Concert Series
The Campbell Summer Concert series is brought to you by the City of Campbell and Kaiser Permanente. The series starts in mid-June and continues for eight weeks with a different band playing each week. Concerts start at 6:30 p.m. and last until 8 p.m. So bring a lawn chair and support the Campbell Museum Foundation by purchasing food and drinks at the event. Concerts take place on the Orchard City Green located right in front of the historic Ainsley House and adjacent to Campbell City Hall.
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Hombres G
Hombres G at SAP Center in downtown San Jose. Concert starts at 8:00 p.m....
New Kids on the Block
New Kids on the Block at Shoreline Amphitheatre. See website for ticket information....
4th of July Extravaganza
Hosted by the City of Santa Clara & Parks and Recreation brings you their annual 4th of July Extravaganza. Celebrate Independence Day at the All City Picnic at Central Park beginning at 12:00 pm with carnival games, face painting, jump houses and more for the kids and free recreational swimming at the International Swim Center. Stay for a patriotic fireworks display at 9:30 pm.
Location is at Central Park in Santa Clara, 909 Kiely Blvd., Santa Clara, CA....
Independence Day Activities
Come relax and enjoy the fun and family friendly activities in Oak Meadow Park. Celebrating the 4th of July as a community!...
Morgan Hill Freedom Fest
Freedom Fest is truly a hometown celebration dedicated to preserving our national and local heritage and most important, celebrating our freedom as citizens of the United States of America. We are the largest annual event in Morgan Hill, put on entirely by volunteers. The award-winning parade alone is the largest privately organized parade in Northern California and the official 4th of July Parade of Santa Clara County.
Morgan Hill, with continuous July 4th celebrations since 1876 remains o...
Los Altos Art & Wine Festival
On the second weekend of July, downtown Los Altos transforms into the largest two-day mid-summer event in the Bay Area! Join us on Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9 from 10am to 6pm for the highly-rated Arts & Wine Festival showcasing the distinctive handcrafted works of 290 artists and craftspeople from over a dozen states. The Festival also features select vintages by the glass from local wineries as well as a wide variety of foods including Thai, Chinese, Mexican, All American favorites l...
The Rolling Stones
See the legendary rock band live at Levi's Stadium. Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. See website for ticket information....
Carnivale at Orleans Place at California's Great America
Foodies enjoy tasty regional Cajun cuisine, like chicken and sausage gumbo, crawfish boil, crawfish fritters, fried oyster po' boys, beignets, praline bread pudding, creole shrimp and crab cheesecake, and more! Exciting jazz and cajun bands roam the festival throughout the day. And the colorful cajun festival closes each evening with a light show down the midway and a Taste of Orleans fireworks show set to Cajun music. It's the perfect way to end your Orleans day at California's Great America....
Pepe Aquilar: Hasta Los Hues
Pepe Aquilar: Hasta Los Hues concert at SAP Center in San Jose. Concert begins at 8:00 p.m. Check website for ticket information....
Pacific International Quilt Festival
Mancuso Show Management is proud to have achieved this recognition and it is a tribute to all of you who have participated over the years. Join us as we explore quilting arts from around the globe in the show's competitions and special exhibits. Rounding out the event will be the ever exciting workshops and lectures presented by an international faculty. Come join us to learn what all the excitement is about!...
"Barbie the Movie: In Concert"
Performed by Barbie Land Sinfonietta alongside the film's award-winning score. For tickets and more information, visit website....
Niall Horan
Niall Horan at Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View. See website for ticket information....
Annual Italian Family Festa
Authentic Italian foods, a great variety of continuous entertainment, arts and crafts, and an extensive historical photo display of the local Italian American community....
Fey - USA Tour
See Fey live at the San Jose Civic: Dance Music Folk and World. Concert starts at 8:00 p.m....
Jason Mraz & The Superband
Jason Mraz 2024 tour stops at The Mountain Winery. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. See website for ticket information....
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest
This is one of the largest music festivals in the Bay Area and you don’t want to miss it this year! There are 13 stages and over 100 performances throughout the 3-day event. Come out and enjoy a variety of musicians with other music and jazz fans....
Monster Jam
"As Big As It Gets!" See these Monster trucks live at SAP Center. For tickets and more information, visit website....
Rod Stewart
Rod Stewart live at the intimate setting The Mountain Winery in Saratoga. See website for ticket information....
Good Vibes Cali Tour
Good Vibes Cali Tour with Special Guests Kolohe Kai, Matisyahu, Cydeways and DJ Mackie. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for tickets....
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
The Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Palo Alto Festival of the Arts! For two days, Downtown University Avenue becomes home to 300 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian street painting, kids' art studio, sculpture plaza, stage and street entertainment.
A diverse array of juried artists come from all over the country as well as the greater Bay Area, bringing hundreds of one-of-a-kind art pieces and artisan crafts presented in an awe-inspiring display of talent and c...
Mountain View Art & Wine Festival
The vibrant, magnificent city of Mountain View has evolved in a big way over the last 50 years. A population boom. The arrival of Shoreline Amphitheater as a major concert venue. The amazing growth of Silicon Valley and Mountain View's emergence as its epicenter. The transformation of a vibrant downtown district with restaurants, shops, cafes, bookstores and performing arts center.
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Northern California Renaissance Faire at Casa de Fruta
Event occurs every Saturday and Sunday September 14 - October 20. Step back in time to Renaissance Europe! Watch acts on 5 different stages, enjoy hearty ales and delicious food along with handmade crafts, rides and activities....
Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival
Local family and community art and wine festival, takes place in the 52-acre Central Park. Over 160 art vendors, 25+ food groups, 3 entertainment stages, large children's area. All proceeds go to local non-profit organizations....
Moonlight Run & Walk
Whether you run or walk, this event is great for the whole family! Enjoy live music, a climbing wall, food and much more!
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Fiesta de Artes
This 2-day festival draws tens of thousands of people together to enjoy art, wine, beer, live music and so much more. Kids will enjoy the jump house, snow cones and other scrumptious treats! Bring the family out for some fun! It's FREE too!...
Los Gatos Art & Wine Festival
Annual Art & Wine Festival in beautiful downtown Los Gatos - taking place on Saturday and Sunday, Sept 20-21, from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Featuring live music from the hottest local bands around, as well as wine from local wineries (Testarossa, Cooper-Garrod & J Lohr), beer from Gordon Biersch, artists galore and food trucks! Super fun and not to be missed!...
KIDZ BOP LIVE 2024
KIDS BOP LIVE 2024 makes a stop at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View. See website for ticket information....
SoFA Street Fair
This fair brings the best live music acts from the nation to the middle of South First St....
Taste of Morgan Hill
Arts & Crafts, Gourmet food booths, Local wine & beer garden, entertainment bands, commercial vendors, custom classic car show, quilt show & kids zone. Saturday Street Dance 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m....
Annual Fall Bike Fest
8th Annual Fall Bike Fest will feature two guided bike rides, a bike rodeo, free bike checks, local bike vendors, bicycle clinics, contests, a food truck, and other fun activities.
We will have two bike rides at the festival, a short route for families with younger children, and a longer route for older, more experienced cyclists. Both rides are open to families of all ages; however, riders under the age of 18 will need a waiver from an adult. The bike rides are chaperoned by experienced cycl...
Benise Fiesta
Benise Fiesta - World Music and Dance at The Heritage Theatre. Starts at 6:00 p.m. For ticket information, visit the website....
Los Altos Fall Festival
Join the community in celebrating fall with live entertainment, fine wine and microbreweries, a classic car show, delicious food, a kids area full of fun and games, arts and crafts booths and so much more! This event is one the whole family will love!...
Oktoberfest 10K & 5K Fun Run/Walk
Participate in this German-themed run around Downtown Campbell. Whether you are running for your best time or just having a good time with friends, you will have fun on our 5K and 10K courses. The first 600 registrants will receive a custom race medal!
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Holiday Tree Lighting
Event Highlights
Countdown to Light the Tree
Music
Caroling
Holiday Movie Screening
Refreshments
Games
Crafts
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Tree Lighting
Ring in the Holiday season at the Tree Lighting Ceremony! Enjoy music, refreshments, and of course, the lighting of the tree....
Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Come ring in the holiday season with entertainment, loads of holiday cheer and a photo with Santa Claus! Fun for the entire family.
Located on the historic Murphy Avenue in downtown Sunnyvale. Presented by the Sunnyvale Downtown Association.
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Santa Clara Historic Home Tour
The Santa Clara Historic Home Tour is viewed by many as a Santa Clara tradition. The tour is sponsored by the Historic Preservation Society of Santa Clara with the assistance of the Old Quad Residents' Association. Dozens of volunteers work long hours each year to bring you this event, please join our volunteer ranks if you are able to do so. Proceeds from the sale of tickets benefit non-profit groups in Santa Clara and historic preservation projects such as the Santa Clara Senior Center Histori...
Gilroy Holiday Parade
Explore Santa’s Village, Grinchville, and a Trail of Treats from vendors and local businesses starting at 3:00 p.m. The parade kicks off at 5pm, followed by the lighting of the giant Christmas tree at 6:30. This FREE event is packed full of holly jolly fun for the whole family!...
New Year's Day Fun Run
Taking place on New Year's Day, this Los Altos tradition is FUN, non-competitive and FREE! A 5K (3.1 miles) walk, run or roll (strollers or wheelchairs). Participate in the "run" or cheer on your family and friends. It's a great way to welcome 2022. Meet up at the corner of State and Main Streets by 9: 00 a.m. to start your New Year out on the right foot.
Day of registration is required....
Super Bowl LX
Levi's Stadium hosts the Super Bowl for the second time. Super Bowl LX will be February 1, 2026. Check website for more information....
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