The fun never stops at the California Theatre. This huge venue hosts annual events, theater performances, music concerts and even competitions. Past events include the Library of Congress "Song of America" Tour with Thomas Hampson, the International Russian Music Piano Competition, and a San Jose Youth Symphony performance. The venue used to be a FOX movie theater and it has a top-notch sound system and comfortable seats. See the website for further details.
Home the NHL team, San Jose Sharks, SAP Center is a massive event venue that began as the San Jose Arena, when it was created in 1993. Although it's a popular sports venue, the multipurpose event venue is known for the big-ticket concerts it hosts. Whether it be an exciting hockey game or Grammy-winning artist performance, this 19000 seat venue promises a good time. The multipurpose event space comes second to none when it comes to entertainment; artists like Eric Clapton, Cher, Lady Gaga often feature on SAP Center's calendar of events; while on the other hand, it also showcases popular sports events such as Royal Rumble.
Montgomery Theater has been the home of the San Jose Children's Musical Theater for many years. It is right in the middle of downtown San Jose and is within walking distance of all major hotels and restaurants, making it convenient for visitors as well as locals who want to grab a bite before or after the show. Built in the style of a Spanish mission, this elegant theater is connected to the City National Civic. Credit card acceptance varies by show.
This 2,600 plus seater city-owned theater, designed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is the venue of Broadway San Jose. The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts also hosts plays, concerts, and a variety of cultural events year-round. Thick carpet, plush seats, ample legroom and a sloping floor create a comfortable viewing environment. The theater has accommodations for eight wheelchairs.
This well-designed auditorium, the City National Civic, is perfectly suited for concerts, lectures, sporting events or assemblies of any kind. The building, constructed in the Spanish Mission style, dates back to the 1930s, seats 3,000 people, and has been lovingly maintained, making it an elegant venue for any event. It also offers an interesting look at what San Jose was like before Silicon Valley reshaped the area's economy and architecture. You can contact the auditorium at: 408-792-4111.
This throwback to old Hollywood cinemas and glamor is a great place to see a film just like it was intended to be viewed, in a big theater with a large audience. Stanford Theatre with its neo-classical Greek/Assyrian architecture picks a classic film between the 1920s through the 1960s every week. The movie watching here becomes more of an event than your typical cinema experience.
The Loma Prieta Gym-Community Center is run by the Loma Prieta Community Foundation (LPCF), a non-profit organization. It consists of a gymnasium, dance room, art room, music room, meeting room and an outdoor gazebo, along with a kitchen. Its facilities include a piano, stage, mirrored walls and BBQ pits. It is used to stage various performing arts such as plays and musicals.
Fremont Teen Center is ideally located near the banks of Lake Elizabeth. The venue is divided into the main hall and two meeting rooms and also has an outdoor patio and a kitchen. The center is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and can accommodate up to 300 people. It is available for meetings, conferences, and private parties.
Located about 22 miles (35.4 kilometers) away from San Jose, Flamenco Romantico is a dance institute like no other. Offering training in folk dance forms such as flamenco, bulerías and palmas, the school also known for the music classes it offers. Operated by the adorable musician-dancer couple - Federico Anteola Mejia and Marianna Baskin Gabriel Mejia, Flamenco Romantico plays host to diverse forms of dance recitals and cultural performances throughout the year. Many guest trainers and teachers are invited here for conducting dance and music workshops, lectures and discussions; check the website for their schedule of events.
Located at the corner of Alma Avenue and Senter Street, Blethen Field is a popular sports arena. Just a few minutes from San Jose Municipal Stadium, Blethen boasts of a seating capacity of about 5200 people. The facility is often used for practice by popular baseball and softball teams like San Jose Spartans and San Jose Giants and other University teams. The stadium features restrooms, concession stands and a press box as well. Several practice games and friendly matches are hosted at the Blethen Field all year round.
Latin Fitness Dance Studio is all about learning Zumba the fun way. The center offers special instructors for your workout and you can enjoy these sessions by also being a part of their group. It is a great space to focus on your fitness and trim down.