San Jose Things to Do

If you are looking for a great place to party that not only offers you great food and drinks, but also live music entertainment, as well as a chance to groove to some snazzy DJ sets, then head straight for Club Wild. This is th... more

Located in the downtown area, Club Rio is popular for its live music. Located next to famous Club Rodeo, this place is packed with people at any given day. Although Club Rodeo is more popular among the two, this place is great... more

The Taylor Street Bridge is a public space that promises entertainment all year round. Various shows and traveling troupes ("Corteo" has been staged here, and the Cirque du Soleil has also visited) enthrall audiences all year r... more

A promoter of independent films, Cinequest organizes this event in Silicon Valley every year. A prestigious film festival, it stands out for its commendable efforts to encourage mavericks in their efforts to create works with d... more

For the inveterate hedonist and the pure fun-loving, this swanky nightclub is the place to head to for a night of heady partying. Extravagant lighting and a cutting edge sound system team up with plush interiors complete with o... more

This event is for your best friend—the one that walks on his fours! Here you get to witness dog acrobatics performed by specially trained canines, called the Agility Dogs. There are even demonstrations on how to train dogs, cos... more

Japanese-Americans have a long history in Santa Clara Valley and this place is dedicated to preserving these traditions. Exhibits, collections, workshops, lectures and other special events take place here, all centering on the... more

South First Billiards is an enormous pool hall and bar in the SoFa (South First) district, this establishment serves excellent pub food. Many beers are on tap and there are daily happy hour specials. On Tuesdays, it hosts a poo... more

This country club has the amenities to keep you fit and occupied in summer. The golf course—a venue for state championships—is a sprawling expanse, where pros and amateurs fight it out. Serve and volley at the six tennis courts... more

This erstwhile mining facility that dates back to the 19th century has miles of trails for horseback riding, cycling or just plain hiking. Buried in the foothills south of San Jose, the park is definitely off the beaten path, m... more