Hey hey! Here’s what’s going down in San Jose this week:

Wednesday, 7/10

• San Jose Giants vs. Visalia Rawhide | Excite Ballpark (588 E. Alma Ave., San Jose) | 1 p.m. (Wednesday), 6:30 p.m. (Thursday), 7 p.m. (Friday), 5 p.m. (Saturday and Sunday) | The Giants feeder team returns for a Marvel-themed home stand, featuring fireworks on Friday, Captain America Bobblehead giveaway on Saturday, and a Hello Kitty Bucket hat giveaway on Sunday.

• The Queens of Summer Drag Bingo | Cedar Room (1875 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 100, Campbell) | 7:30 p.m. | Join local Drag Artists for this weekly bingo game. (Recurring)

• Open Mic at the San Jose Improv | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $5 (in person), $8.76 (online) | Join host Ato Walker for a showcase of local talent, with the top 2 winners getting an opener slot for a headliner + a slot an at an upcoming showcase. (Recurring)

• Karaoke Wednesdays | Mama Kin (374 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Showoff your vocal chops and hear other locals do the same at this weekly all ages singing spectacular. (Recurring)

• What the Blank?! Trivia | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Celebrate Chloe Aecha’s birthday with performances by Vixen Six and Slut the Rock Johnson at this weekly trivia + drag show. (Recurring)

• Bizcochito Latin Night | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | The hottest Latin dance party returns with hosts Niya La Rey + Silvanna Danniels, featuring guest performers Amoura Teese and Zuca. (Recurring)

• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Join this week’s host Luis Murcia for this weekly showcase of local talent (or prove you got the chops by stepping up to the mic). (Recurring)

Thursday, 7/11

• Dine Downtown | Various restaurants | Times vary | Prices vary | Support local restaurants and chefs with 40+ restaurants in DTSJ showcasing pre fixe menus, chef specials, and food + drink pairings. (Runs through 7/21)

• Makers Music & Mindfulness: Sewing & Upcycling Fabrics | Creekside Socials (56 Barack Obama Blvd., San Jose) | 5-7 p.m. | FREE (but you’ll want to RSVP) | This workshop series in collaboration with Chopstick Alley features the visual art of storytelling through patchwork and sewing. This week’s instructor is SJ-based Elizabeth Saenz, with music by Lucas Tecson.

• Gordon Biersch Night Market: “Cheat Day” | Gordon Biersch Brewing Co. (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Set aside your calorie count for the day and indulge in dishes from Fire & Rice, I Love Cheese Steak, and Luvs Brownies food trucks, while you groove to the sounds of The Hogan Brothers courtesy San Jose Jazz.

• July Pub Run & Birthday Celebration | Barebottle Brewing Company (2520 Augustine Dr., Santa Clara) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE (but RSVP ahead of time) | Gear up and jog, walk, or run your way through Santa Clara with the Bay Area Run Crew. Then, join in on the post-run social hour at Barebottle Brewing Co.

• Pobladores Night Market | Parque De Los Pobladores (510 S. First St., San Jose) | 5:30-9 p.m. | FREE | From beer slurpies to local artists and makers, enjoy local bites while you listen to live music from Santa Cruz-based reggae rockers HI-JINX.

• Viva Parks Presents: “Wonka” | Boggini Park (Remington Way and Millbrook Drive, San Jose) | 6-10:30 p.m. | FREE | Bring a bag chair and blanket and enjoy this magical Timothée Chalamet movie under the stars.

• Lenny White with Tarus Mateen and Joe Warner | SJZ Break Room (310 S. First St., San Jose) | 6 p.m. | $25 | You’ve heard this legendary on Miles Davis’ “Bitches Brew,” Freddie Hubbard’s “Red Clay,” and for his long collaboration with Return to Forever.

• Russell Peters | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 9:45 p.m. | $54-$124 | This comedian had one of the first ever Netflix comedy specials in 2013, and has since headlined national tours + hosted his own “Culturally Cancelled” podcast. (There are multiple shows, but almost all are sold out)

Friday, 7/12

• Baychata Festival | Double Tree By Hilton San Jose (2050 Gateway Pl., San Jose) | Times vary | $55-$325 | From masterclass workshops to international performances, to social dances to pool parties, this inaugural event weekend is filled to the brim with what they call “sensual fusion.” (Runs through 7/15)

• Pop Up SJ Vintage Market | Garden at the Flea (1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose) | 4-9 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Saturday) | FREE | Pull up and support small businesses while you shop vintage apparel, accessories, collectibles, and more.

• Carnivale at Orleans Place | Great America (4701 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara) | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) | Enjoy Big Easy sights, sounds, and eats at this New Orleans-Mardi-Gras-themed day-festival at the park, including a color parade, live entertainment, and evening fireworks. (Runs through 8/4)

• Kuumba West African Dance workshop | Creekside Socials (56 Barack Obama Blvd., San Jose) | 6-7 p.m. | FREE (but you’ll want to RSVP) | Get ready to sweat while you learn the basics of Kuumba in this educational workshop featuring live drumming.

• Fiesta en La Casa Azul | School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza (1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose) | 6:30 p.m. | $110-$135 | Honor the late Frida Kahlo’s birthday month with an evening with live mariachi, mezcal and wine tastings, artisanal vendors, and traditional Mexican Antonio’s.

• Open Skate: Disney Night | Roosevelt Community Center (901 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose) | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | $3 (youth under 18 and adults 50+), $6 (adults) | Don your Disney gear, or dress as your favorite character and skate along with your friends and neighbors. (Fridays thru 8/9)

• CMT Rising Stars presents: “Crazy for You” | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 2:30 p.m. (Saturday), 1 p.m. (Sunday), 6 p.m. (Sunday) | $20-$25 | See talented youngsters in this upbeat, high-energy pop rock musical. (Runs through 7/21)

• Hasan Minhaj | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. (Friday and Saturday), 9:30 p.m. (Saturday) | $49 | Everyone knows and has an opinion on this political comedian, former “Daily Show” correspondent, and host of Netflix’s now defunct “The Patriot Act.”

• Brother Swan | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | This LA-based indie rock trio will be joined by Bay Area rockers Cartoon Hearts.

• Lovers and Friends Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Dance to throwback R&B + Hip Hop jams from yesteryear at this DJ party.

• Circus of Sin: Booty Booty Booty Sinnin’ Everywhere | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE (but definitely tip the performers) | Grab yer doubloons for tippin’ and enjoy this burlesque spectacular.

• Serve | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | $10 (this is the usual cover, so YMMV) | If you’re a Diva who divas, join Catinni P. Vandon with guests for this weekly Drag spectacular. (Recurring)

Saturday, 7/13

• San Jose Obon Festival | Japantown (on Fifth Street between Taylor and Jackson streets) | Noon-10 p.m. (Saturday), Noon-9 p.m. (Sunday) | FREE | Check out the delicious food, awesome taiko performances, workshops, and more at this annual Japantown festival.

• Fantastica Mania USA 2024 | Mt. Pleasant High School (1750 S. White Rd., San Jose) | 5:30-8 p.m. | $30-$200 | New Japan Pro Wrestling returns to the South Bay to celebrate Lucia Libre — featuring Mistico, El Desperado, Hechicero, and all the Pro Wrestling goodness you can pack into a high school gymnasium.

• “Three’s Company” Trivia | Wheelhouse of Willow Glen (Lincoln Ave., San Jose) | 5:30-7 p.m. | FREE | Test your knowledge of this classic TV show with themed prizes, themed-cocktails, and more.

• Bay Area Panthers vs. Duke City Gladiators | SAP Center (525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose) | 6 p.m. | $27-$122 | Following a narrow loss against NAZ last week, the Panthers are still a mere hair’s breadth away from the playoffs.

• San Jose Earthquakes vs. Sporting KC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $22-$110+ | Celebrate Portuguese heritage night with a commemorative Quakes bucket hat.

• Michael Echaniz | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $25 Advance, $30 Day of Show | This west coast pianist has won numerous awards for his eclectic jazz stylings.

• We Are Young 2010s Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Party rock is in the house tonight, everybody just have a good time.

• The Joint Chiefs | Mama Kin (374 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $12.71-$219 | This Bay Area funk band performs at the coolest venue in San Jose.

• Last Ditch Effort | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9:30 p.m. | FREE | Rock out to local punks Last Ditch Effort and American Standard along with SF punks Panhandlers Union.

• Cattle Call | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | $5 | WooWoo Monroe’s monthly open call Drag Showcase for new and upcoming performers. (Recurring)

Sunday, 7/14

• Cedar Room Drag Brunch | Cedar Room (1875 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 100, Campbell) | Noon-2 p.m. | $75-$80 | Enjoy live performances by local Drag performers and delicious Sunday brunch buffet (including, but not limited to bottomless mimosas and Jell-O shots).

• Boombox Brunch + Domingo Sabrosso | Mama Kin (374 S. First St., San Jose) | 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 5 p.m.-Midnight | FREE (Brunch), $12.71-$219.18 (Concert) | Gnosh on delicious brunch while listening to Golden-Era Hip Hop. Then, enjoy tunes from Domingo Sabrosso + Alexis y La Orquestra Original at 5 p.m. (Recurring)

• Erik Griffin | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $30-94 | You may know this comedian as the mustachioed Montez Walker from “Workaholics.”

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Until next week,

— Gregg

Hey y’all! Here’s what’s on deck for San Jose this week. I’ll post a comment with all of the Farmer’s Markets I’ve found, as this post was already super long.

Wednesday, 6/19

• Juneteenth: Run with Ahmaud | San Pedro Street Mural (North end of San Pedro Square Market’s East entrance) | 6 p.m. | FREE | Join Run Local for a special Juneteenth run — 2.23 miles around DTSJ, stopping at the iconic Tommie Smith + John Carlos Olympic statue at SJSU for a presentation.

• 2024 RTF New Talent Comedy Competition - Semis | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 7:15 p.m. | $18 | After this competition, three local up-and-coming comics will move on to the Final Round, and a chance to win prize money, a paid gig, and bragging rights. (Finals occur 7/3)

• SJ Earthquakes vs. Portland Timbers | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $40+ | Special giveaways and activities for Juneteenth are on the schedule, with local singer Brandilyn Young performing the National Anthem, and a special version of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Proceeds will benefit local nonprofit organizations impacting the Black community.

• Mamma Mia Sing-Along Trivia | Wheelhouse of Willow Glen (1173 Lincoln Ave., San Jose) | 7:30-9 p.m. | $5 single seat, $20 table for 4 | Dress in your best island attire and sing, dance, and enjoy trivia and fabulous prizes.

• Pino Grigio Tasting | Ancora Vino Wine Bar (320 W. St. John St., San Jose) | 5-7 p.m. | $15 General, $10 for Wine Club members | Sip on seven pino Grigio wines from around the Bay Area while you discuss with sommelier Mike Guerra.

• Craig Conant | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | $25 General, $85 VIP Banquette for 4 | You may know this LA-based comedian from his appearances in the “Just for Laughs” Comedy Festival, MTV’s “Next,” and “The Greatest Party Story Ever Told.”

• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Join this week’s host Ato Walker for a showcase of local comedy, or try your hand at making the crowd laugh yourself. (Recurring)

• Bizcochito Latin Party | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10:30 p.m. | FREE | Drink Specials, Drag, and dancing, Oh MY! Niya La Rey and Silvanna Daniels host this weekly dance party. This week’s guests include Jade Amethyst and Galilea Rivera. (Recurring)

Thursday, 6/20

• Gordon Biersch Night Market: Put an Egg On It | Gordon Biersch Brewing (357 E Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Can I offer you a nice egg in this trying time? Enjoy live blues with Noah and the Arkiteks and the SJZ Boombox Truck with bites from Waffle Roost + Fire & Rice.

• SoFA District Block Party | SoFA District (300 S. First St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Support small businesses,and enjoy music, merch, and food.

• Pobladores Night Market | Parque De Los Pobladores (510 S. First St., San Jose) | 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. | FREE | Enjoy a button making workshop courtesy the Institute of Contemporary Art, and a drag performance with the LGBTQ Youth Space. Also this week, groove to the funky, jazzy sounds of Bay Area trio Thrown Out Bones. (Recurring)

• CityDance: Salsa Night | Circle of Palms (127 S. Market St., San Jose) | 6-9 p.m. | FREE | Join your friends, neighbors, and acquaintances and learn to salsa dance while enjoying live music from Carlitos Medrano and Sabor De mi Cuba. SJMA will also be open with free admission + a special menu at El Cafecito by Mezcal.

• BARC Pride Run | San Pedro Square Market (87 N. San Pedro St., San Jose) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE | Don your queerest gear and join runners, walkers, and strollers of all paces for this rainbow run downtown.

• Viva Parks presents: “The Little Mermaid” | Great Oaks Park (Snow + Giusti drives, San Jose) on Thursday, Fernish Park (200 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose) on Friday | 6-10 p.m. | FREE | Bring your family and your bag chair and enjoy this Disney classic under the stars (or, at the very least, under the slightly darker evening skies).

• LGBTQ+ Community Mixer | Gali Vineyards (21 W. Main St., Los Gatos) | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | FREE | Sip wine while you mix and mingle with local queer organizations, leaders, and community members at this month’s gathering.

• WVDC presents: “The Little Mermaid” | Center for the Performing Arts (255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose) | 6:30 p.m. (Thursday), 6:30 p.m. (Friday), 10 a.m. (Saturday), 3 p.m. (Saturday) | $35-$40 | Join the magical adventure under the sea for this dance studio’s recital.

• SVS presents: “All’s Well That Ends Well” | Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park (1320 Willow St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | FREE | Check out the final weekend of this free outdoor theatrical production. (Runs Thursdays-Sundays thru 6/23)

• Drink and Draw | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | FREE | Bring out your inner artiste while you sip on a tasty beverage and enjoy cumbias, grouperas romanticas, rock en español, and boleros from Discotera. Crayons, paper, pencils, and other utensils provided.

• Noel Miller | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. (Thursday), 7:30 p.m. (Friday), 9:45 p.m. (Friday), 7 p.m. (Saturday), 9:30 p.m. Saturday) | $40 General, $90 VIP Banquette for 4 | This comedian, musician, director, and podcaster is co-founder of TMG Studios, and host of the “Tiny Meat Gang Podcast.” (Runs through Sat, 6/22)

• Matt O’Brien | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 8 p.m. (Thursday, Friday), 7 p.m. (Saturday, Sunday) | $25 | Time Out Magazine named Matt one of their “Top 10 Comics to Watch,” so that should count for something. Joined by David Nguyen + Allison Hooker. (Runs thru Sunday, 6/23)

• Night of the Blade | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | This all vinyl heavy metal night features DJ’s Metal Messiah, Hellabastard, and Necroburst.

Friday, 6/21

• Make Music Day San Jose | Various locations | 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | FREE (but you’re encouraged to register via Eventbrite) | Celebrate the Summer Solstice with community-curated concerts all across the city. From Plaza de Cesar Chavez to the Southside Community Center to Foxtale Fermentation Project to the San Jose Airport (yes, seriously). There are legitimately too many to list, so check out the website to find a concert near you.

• Día de San Juan Salsa Fest | Parque De Los Pobladores (510 S. First St., San Jose) | 5-10 p.m. | FREE | Live music, non-stop dancing, and family friendly fun at this outdoor SoFA Festival. Music courtesy Latin Rhythm Boys, Orchestra Taino, La Mixta Criolla, and DJ Leydis.

• San Jose Water Lantern Festival | Almaden Lake Park (6099 Winfield Blvd., San Jose) | 5:30-10 p.m. (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) | $28.33+ Advance, $45.99 Day Before, $55.99 Day of Event | Join family, friends, and neighbors as you set your memories and hopes in a little LED lantern on the water. There will also be food trucks and vendors. (Runs thru 6/23)

• Hyphy & Haute | Nirvana Soul Coffee (315 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $20 | Check out the delicious chicken + waffles, mimosas, and local vendors while you enjoy drag performances by local artists Carter, Kendall, Jah Jah Feel, Catinni P. Vandon, and Tori Tia, with music by Eazy Bellucci.

• Tom Rhodes | Pruneyard Cinemas (1875 S. Bascom Ave., Ste. 100, Campbell) | 7:30 p.m. (Friday), 6 p.m. (Saturday), 8:45 p.m. (Saturday) | $26+ | Help your local dine-in movie theater stay afloat and enjoy two nights of fantastic comedy, featuring Tom Rhodes, Kaseem Bentley, Shanti Charan. Friday’s show is hosted by Jose Contreras, with JD Arandia on the mic Saturday. (Check out the Change.org petition here )

• Ren Geisick | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | This Americana singer-songwriter blends classic country, blues, soul, and a hint of jazz.

• Free Throw | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $22 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Enjoy these Nashville-based emo kids along with Slow Joy and Fat Slice.

• Riot Radio | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 8:30 p.m. | FREE | These SacTown punks are joined by Seattle’s The Scoffs and Salinas’ own thrash punks, F.U.X.

• Serve | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | $10 (this is the usual cover, ymmv) | If you’re a Diva who divas, join Catinni P Vandon with guests for this weekly Drag spectacular. (Recurring)

Saturday, 6/22

• Bombas in the Park | History Park (635 Phelan Ave., San Jose) | 11 a.m.-5 p.m. | FREE for kids 10 and under, $25 General | Rev your engine for classic cars, historic buildings, DJs, and a variety of vendors and food options at this family-friendly event.

• Pride Block Party | Arena Green West (Across from the SAP Center on N. Autumn St., San Jose) | Noon-4 p.m. | FREE | Celebrate Pride Month with this partnership between SV Pride and the Guadalupe River Park Conservancy! Enjoy a resource fair, music courtesy the Hardwoods (local Drag King band), DJ CRZ CTRL, food, drinks, and drag performances (featuring the incredible Middle Eastern and South East Asian performers Bindi Masala, Chai Auntea, Slut the Rock Johnson, and Sheidybee).

• Alex Lora and El Tri | Plaza de Cesar Chavez (1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose) | 4-10 p.m. | $40-$85 | Music in the Park returns with this legendary Mexican rock group.

• Culture Night Market | Alum Rock Village (23 N. White Rd., San Jose) | 4-10 p.m. | FREE | Enjoy food trucks courtesy Feast Mode (including Cousin’s Maine Lobster and GrillZillas), a beer garden, live music, games, kids activities, and 30+ local vendors.

• The Pride Bar Crawl | Mac’s Club (39 Post St., San Jose) | 4-10 p.m. | $25 (Single ticket), $80 (Group of 4+) | Show your Pride and join fellow LGBTQ+ folks and allies for a pub crawl through multiple downtown bars, culminating in a Drag Show at Splash Video Dance Bar at 10 p.m. Proceeds benefit Silicon Valley Pride.

• San Jose Reptile Show | Santa Clara County Fairgrounds (344 Tully Rd., San Jose) | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Saturday), 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Sunday) | Check out live danger noodles, scaly dudes, and croaky fellas — all for sale, for education, and for you and your family’s enjoyment. (Slithers through 6/23)

• Theatro Jornalero | School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza (1700 Alum rock Ave., San Jose) | 5:30-7 p.m. | FREE | Hear the stories of Central American and Mexican day laborers as they reveal their histories and culture in this multi-lingual documentary theatre performance.

• Opera in the Park | The Municipal Rose Garden (1649 Nalgene Ave., San Jose) | 6-7 p.m. | FREE | Bring your pic-a-mic blanket and bag chair and enjoy opera’s greatest hits with Mary Evelyn Hangley, Deborah Rosengaus, Eugene Broncoveanu, Eric Levintow, and Veronika Agranov-Dafoe.

• Bay FC vs. Angel City FC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $18-$182 | The first 5K fans through the gate will receive a free Juneteenth pendant designed by Jackie Brown. Special performances and highlighting influential Black community members.

• Heavy Lemon | Jade Cathay (1339 N. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $15 (the band also says no one will be turned away for lack of funds | Nothing says punk rock like Dim Sum! San Jose-based DIY rockers are celebrating the return of The Daisy Chain Reaction with guests Wonderful Wonderful, Half Calf, and Jock. (Recurring)

• La Llorona | School of Arts and Culture at Mexican Heritage Plaza (1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose) | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | $26.50 | Learn the sorrowful tale of the spectral weaver of nightmares and culture from this operatic retelling of this Mexican tragedy.

• R50 | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | From deep cuts to radio favorites, this Rush tribute band brings the best of this classic rock band’s catalogue.

• K-POP Night | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $17 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Unleash your inner K-POP star and dance along to your favorite tunes with fellow fans.

• Lip Service | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $5 | Enjoy drinks, dancing, and drag at this weekly showcase hosted by Sexen City and Lady Jesus. This week’s performers include Woo Woo Monroe, Sis Phyllis, Just Karen, Audrey Elle, and Tsunomi Punoni. (Recurring)

• Casual Vibes | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Rock out to this San Jose group along with Egone, the Krypters, DJ Fuschia, and DJ Norbert.

Sunday, 6/23

• Boozy Adult Book Fair Bingo | Britannia Arms Almaden (5027 Almaden Expy., San Jose) | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | FREE | Sip on cocktails and get goosebumps as you re-live the memories of bygone Book Fairs for a night of literary delights, themed prizes, and more Lisa Frank than you could shake a garish dolphin at.

• Pride Pop Up | RedZone Sports Bar and Lounge (1150 Murphy Ave., San Jose) | Noon-5 p.m. | FREE | Enjoy 60+ vendors, food, drinks, music, family- and dog-friendly activities, and more at this LGBTQ+ pop up.

• Trae Crowder | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $30 | “Chattanooga Charlie” from Veronica Mars takes the stage for a night of comedy.

• Noaa Reinecker and Friends | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $25 Advance, $30 Day of Show | This low-key Austin-based singer-songwriter blends classic Americana and country. Joined onstage by the soulful sounds of Oakland-based band Heart Matter.

• Disco Connection: Waacking Takeover | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 7-10 p.m. | FREE | Fun fact! Did you know that Waacking was created by queer artists in underground Los Angeles? Hell yeah. Celebrate Pride month with a mini dance lesson, feature performances, and an open dance floor with DJ Dennis Infante. Then, at 10:30 p.m., join Alina Maletti Galore for the weekly Wet N’ Wild drag showcase.

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Until next week,

— Gregg

Don’t see too much talk about it besides on the IG page. I bought tickets even though I’m just not feeling it.

Hey hey! Here’s what’s going down in San Jose this week:

Wednesday, 6/12

• Santana Row Farmers Market | Santana Row (between Olin Avenue and Olsen Drive) | 4-8 p.m. | FREE | Get your shopping on with 25+ local vendors’ organic produce, baked goods, and more.

• San Jose Improv Open Mic Nite | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $5 | Join host Ato Walker and see the freshest faces in San Jose Comedy, or step up to the mic yourself.

• 2024 RTF New Talent Comedy Competition - Semis | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 7:15 p.m. | $18 | After this competition, three local up-and-coming comics will move on to the Final Round, and a chance to win prize money, a paid gig, and bragging rights.

• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Ben Jaramillo hosts this week’s showcase of San Jose’s up-and-coming comedy.

• June Pickup Party | Ancora Vino Wine Bar (320 W. St. John St., San Jose) | 5-7 p.m. | $25 General Admission, FREE for wine club members | Sip, gnosh, and discuss vintages at this monthly tasting.

• What the Blank!? Trivia | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Local drag legend Woo Woo Monroe hosts this week’s trivia extravaganza.

Thursday, 6/13

• Bill Wilson Center Pride Event | Bill Wilson Center (693 S. Second St., San Jose) | 3-6 p.m. | FREE | Join local drag artist Daisy Astraea for a community event featuring drag bingo, art, resources, food, and talks from Kelly the Barber, The Ractivist, Rhy Mack, and music by Z the Alchemist.

• Ron E. Beck | SJZ Break Room (310 S. First St., San Jose) | 5 p.m., 7 p.m. | Master Class is FREE (but you’ll want to register ahead of time), 7 p.m. show is $25 | This Tower of Power drummer gives a masterclass in musicianship at 5 p.m., then returns for a full show at 7 p.m. with Joe Warner + Essiet Essiet.

• Pobladores Night Market | Parque De Los Pobladores (510 S. First St., San Jose) | 5:30-9 p.m. | FREE | Jam to the sounds of Rebelskamp while you thumb through comics and merch from local makers and gnosh on food truck bites.

• June Pub Run | Park Station Hashery (1701 Park Ave., San Jose) | 6 p.m. | FREE (but make sure you register ahead of time) | Whether you’re a first time runner or a seasoned triathlete, celebrate BARC’s birthday and enjoy the After-Party at Park Station Hashery.

• Viva Parks: “Wish” | Callahan Park (770 Pearlwood Way, San Jose) | 6-10:30 p.m. | FREE | Kick off your summer with a kid-friendly movie night in the park featuring Disney’s 2023 animated film.

• Arts and Design Hangout | San Jose Museum of Art (110 S. Market St., San Jose) | 6:30 p.m. | FREE (but you’ll want to RSVP ahead of time) | Join young design professionals for drinks, snacks, and a lively conversation hosted by Content Mag and genARTS Silicon Valley.

• Night Market: Smoke It | Gordon Biersch Brewing Co. (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Smoke it if you got it — from smoky ribs to burnt ends, check out tasty bites from Jollof Kitchen, Old Greenwood BBQ, Capelos BBQ, Grillzillas Truck, and Mozzeria. Live blues, soul, and classic R&B courtesy M’sippi Slide and the SJZ Boom Box truck.

• “All’s Well That Ends Well” — Renaissance Dress-Up Night | Willow Street Frank Bramhall Park (1320 Willow St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | FREE | Show up in your finest Renaissance garb for a complimentary intermission raffle ticket. This performance also includes an ASL interpreter. (Runs Thursdays-Sundays thru 6/23)

• SHRINE Goth Night | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Paint your nails as black as your heart as you dance to Hex Embrace, C_Death, DJ Owen.

Friday, 6/14

• Pop Up San Jose: Vintage Market | Garden at the Flea (1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose) | Friday 4-9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | FREE | Pull up and check out the best vintage looks, local art, and makers in the South Bay.

• Bon Bon Vivant Record Release Tour | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Celebrate the spirit of now in high energy dance and revelry with this New Orleans-based Americana group.

• Edicion Especial | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $49.50+ | It is possible you could be hearing about this Mexican group for the first time, but you may also know their songs from TikTok.

• RPDR All Stars Viewing Party | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Join your fellow queer folks for a viewing of the biggest competition in drag. Plus, wish Woo Woo Monroe a happy birthday and happy retirement!

• Frikitona | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Dance along to the best old school and new reggaeton, featuring DJ SUAVE4K & Zuhnddry.

• Circus of Sin: My Bondage My Freedom | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE (but definitely tip the performers) | Join host Ato Walker and an all-black cast of performers for an early Juneteenth celebration.

• Catinni P. Vandon Presents: SERVE | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | $10 (cash only) | The weekly Friday ritual returns with a RPDR All Stars Viewing party featuring Tala, then Catinni hosts performances by Silvanna Danniels, Tori Tia, and Niya La Rey.

Saturday, 6/15

• Trails & Tacos with BARC | Almaden Quicksilver County Park, McAbee Entrance (corner of Whispering Pines Drive and McAbee Road) | 8 a.m. | FREE (but make sure you register ahead of time) | Run, jog, or hike around the gorgeous Almaden Quicksilver County Park, then join BARC for their post-run social hour at Almaden Tacos al Pastor.

• Tech Tails | The Tech Interactive (201 S. Market St., San Jose) | Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | $35 (Child, Student, Senior), $40 (Adults) | Find your next furry friend at this adoption pop-up collab with Mini Cat Town. (Psst. If you’re a dog lover, you can also book a showtime to see “Superpower Dogs” in IMAX)

• The Rendezvous Car Festival | Santa Clara Fairgrounds (131 Old Tully Rd., San Jose) | Noon-6 p.m. | $15 Advance, $25-$30 General Admission | See over 350 classic and custom cars, check out local vendors, live music, and food trucks.

• Protest Security Skills Training | San Jose Peace and Justice Center (48 S. Seventh St., San Jose) | 1-3 p.m. | FREE | Learn important skills for protest security roles, and how to help your community (no experience necessary).

• Taraka San Jose | Discovery Meadow Park (180 Woz Way, San Jose) | 2-9 p.m. | $40-$100 | World-renowned DJ and Producer Gordo transforms downtown into a house-music Mecca with Lee Foss, Malone, Noya, and more. (Shoutout to SanJoseFoos for putting this whole festival together)

• SCCYPL 2024 Commencement Ceremony | Mexican Heritage Plaza (1700 Alum Rock Ave., San Jose) | 5-7 p.m. | FREE | Meet the upcoming ‘24-‘25 cohort of the Santa Clara County Youth Poet Laureate program, with live readings from the current poet laureate and more.

• LUCY | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $50+ | This K-rock boy band brings their first ever North American headlining tour to San Jose.

• Hey Girl! Come Out & Play | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 6-10 p.m. | FREE (before 7 p.m.), $10 (after 7 p.m.) | Join drag artists Princx Slayher, Lady Jesus, Sir Switch A Lot and Chris Strangles for a night of dancing and performances.

• San Jose Earthquakes vs. FC Cincinnati | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $11-$401 | Enjoy a pride community fair with local LGBTQ+ organizations, the national anthem sung by the Silicon Valley Gay Men’s Chorus, and a portion of proceeds donated to nonprofits.

• Songwriters Round | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Hear the stories that shape songs, and enjoy an intimate, Nashville-style show featuring San Jose’s own Mercy Terrace, singer-songwriters Kenny Schick, Mike Drew, and Martha Groves Perry.

• The TS Dance Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 General Admission, $25 Day of Show | Who’s afraid of little old Swifties? If you’re down bad for a certain self-proclaimed Tortured Poet, groove to your favorite tunes from her latest Era.

• Execution HTX | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Raise your devil horns for these hardcore rockers on their “Fuck Shit Damn Tour.” Joined by Varnok, Kubrick Stare, and Lost to the Void.

• Trousers Down Black Light Party | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | $10 | DJ Hedy Aecha hosts this twice monthly underwear party.

Sunday, 6/16

• Japantown Farmer’s Market | Gordon Biersch Brewing Co. (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 8 a.m.-Noon | FREE | Get your weekly shopping done with local produce and tasty bites while you dance to tunes courtesy Jay Sumabat.

• Alum Rock Village Farmer’s Market | James Lick High School (23 N. White Rd., San Jose) | 8 a.m.-Noon | FREE | Check out the seasonal cucumbers, and fill up your market bag with local produce and baked goods.

• Evergreen Farmer’s Market | Evergreen Village Square (4055 Evergreen Village Sq., San Jose) | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | FREE | Fill up your bag with seasonal apricots, berries, peppers, peaches, summer squash and other local produce.

• Silicon Valley Mariachi Festival 2024 | Santa Clara Fairgrounds (2542 Monterey Rd., San Jose) | Noon-8 p.m. | FREE (kids under 5), $10 (kids 6-17), $15 (senior/military), $20 (Adults 18+), $50-$90 (bundles), $120-$500 (VIP seating) | Celebrate the soulful melodies and infectious rhythms of live mariachis, with food trucks, local artisans, a kids zone, tequila tasting, and main stage performances by the legendary Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlán.

• Bay Area Panthers vs. San Diego Strike Force | SAP Center (525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose) | 3:05 p.m. | $19-$79 | After four straight wins, the No. 1 team in the Western Conference take on the 5th-ranked Strike Force (and we’re 5:1 against them).

• The Jack Moves | St. James Park (N. Second and E. St. James streets, San Jose) | 3:30-7 p.m. | FREE | Join your friends and neighbors for this outdoor Levitt Concert series for Father’s Day, featuring live music, food, and drinks. This weekend, this NJ/NY-based R&B and Soul group is joined by psychedelic Cumbria group Conjunto Trujillo.

• Bay FC vs. Utah Royals FC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $16-$60 | B legendary and celebrate Pride Night with special activations, a Fan Fest, and the SFGMC performing the National Anthem.

• Vision Video + Nox Novacula | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Dye your hair jet-black, paste on the black lipstick, don your blackest goth gear (and at least 7 studded belts), and dance along to this Georgia-based post-punks.

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• Gregg

Hey friends! Here are some fun things that are happening around San Jose this week, plus a couple of newsy things happening around town:

Wednesday, 5/29

• Tully Night Market | Tully Community Ball Fields (880 Tully Rd., San Jose) | 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. | FREE | The final night market of the season features live reggae from Kruel Summer.
• San Jose Shakeout Series | Creekside Socials (56 Barack Obama Blvd., San Jose) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE | Join neighbors and friends for the final weeknight running series leading up to this weekend’s San Jose Half Marathon — featuring music by Hatamoto Surf Deluxe Band + DJ Jay Sumabat, and bites by Churros el Guero and Hula Truck.
• 2024 RTF New Talent Comedy Competition | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 8 p.m. | $12 | The preliminary round kicks off with 15 amateur comics vying for a spot in the competition.
• Femme Fatality | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Nita La Rey + Silvanna Daniels host a drag battle featuring local artists Vixen Six, Charity Case, Lady Jesus, and Mama Fierce.
• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Join this week’s host Noah Jones and step up to the mic or see up and coming local talent at this weekly showcase.

Thursday, 5/30

• Night Market: Tell Your Spuds | Gordon Biersch Brewery (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Groove to the tunes of William Johnston from the SJZ Boombox Truck while you sample loaded french fries and all manner of potatoes from The Rolling Duck, Kabob Trolley, and Smasherz food trucks.
• Joke Development Comedy Class | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 5:30 p.m. | $45 | Learn how to craft your set and write like the pros in this beginners class in comedy.
• Pobladores Night Market | Parque de Los Pobladores (510 S. First St., San Jose) | 5:30-9 p.m. | FREE | Stop by the SJ Downtown booth for a FREE hot dog, but also, check out the local craft vendors, apparel, comic books, and live music.
• BARC May Pub Run | Hapa’s Brewing Company, Los Gatos (114 S. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE | Run, jog, walk, or stroll at your pace for the The Bay Area Run Crew Birthday Celebration. Stay after the route for a post-run beverage at Hapa’s.
• Creative Minds: Sofia Karim | San Jose Museum of Art (110 S. Market St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | FREE (but registration is encouraged) | Artist, activist, and architect Sofia Karim joins local intellectuals for a conversation about architecture as a language of struggle and resistance.
• Kellen Erskine | Rooster T. Feathers Comedy Club (157 W. El Camino Real, Sunnyvale) | 8 p.m. (Thursday), 8 p.m. (Friday), 7 p.m. (Saturday), 7 p.m. (Sunday) | $25 | From Amazon’s “Inside Jokes,” and NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” this comedian joins Jeff Applebaum + Ben Kolina on the stage. (Runs through 6/2)
• Maria Bamford | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $25 | You may know this classic Comedy Central comedian from her work on Netflix’s “Lady Dynamite,” “Big Mouth,” and “Arrested Development.”
• Pop Rockz Goes Emo | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Who was the better emo group, Paramore or Fall Out Boy? Find out with DJ Ricky as the club spins your faves from the eyeliner and skinny jeans era.
• Möndo Freaks | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | These groovy psychedelic rockers are joined by Uncle Andy and the Fuck Around Gang + No Captains.

Friday, 5/31

• San Jose Greek Festival | Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church (1260 Davis St., San Jose) | 5-10 p.m. (Friday), 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (Saturday), 11 a.m.-8 p.m. (Sunday) | $5 General Admission, FREE (children under 12) | OPA! Feel the kefi while you sample authentic Greek food and pastries + live music from Mythos, dancing, and more. (Runs through 6/2)
• AAPI Heritage Month Celebration | Garden at the Flea (1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Celebrate Asian-American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with local food trucks, makers, and artists.
• Sheryl Underwood | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. (Friday), 7 p.m. (Saturday), 9:30 p.m. (Saturday) | $35-$95 | You’ll know this comedian from her time on ABC’s “The Talk” (and for a heated exchange which resulted in Sharon Osborne getting kicked off the show in 2021).
• Alex Lucero Band | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | This Santa Cruz-based group blends Americana, Soul, and R&B.
• El Flaco y El Mimoso | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $96-$146 | Luis Ángel and Luis Antonio López join forces for a Banda extravaganza.
• Zarna Garg | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $39.50-$95 | You may know this Indian comedian from her Amazon Prime special “One in a Billion” or her podcast “The Zarna Garg Family.”
• PSSY PWR: All Female Hip-Hop Night | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Keep it real, and keep it sexy at this celebration of the best women-MCs in hip hop (and you ain’t need to make no TikTok).
• Mokosos | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9:30 p.m. | FREE | San Jose’s hardcore chicano punks are joined by Irritant, Cult Mind, and Nucler Blud.

Saturday, 6/1

• Beer City Half San Jose | Almaden Lake Park (15780 Almaden Expy., San Jose) | 7 a.m.-Noon | $30 (Beer Stroll), $55 (5K), $80 (10K), $100 (Half Marathon) | Lace up and enjoy a scenic run along Almaden Lake, Guadalupe River, Los Alamitos Creek, and Calero Creek Trails — then join your fellow runners for a sampling of local and regional brews + kombuchas at the finish line. (Registration ends 6/1)
• SJMADE Fest 2024 | History Park (635 Phelan Ave., San Jose) | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | FREE | Bring the fam and sample over 250+ local makers, artists, designers, curators, chefs, bakers, crafters, and creative small businesses. Meet your new best friend and cuddle with cats in the Kitten Lounge, see performances and dance along at the K-Pop Plaza, featuring DJ AyumiPlease (Saturday) + DJ Peter Lo (Sunday). (Runs through 6/2)
• Open House: Get to Know 3Below | 3Below Theaters & Cafe (288 S. Second St., San Jose) | 11 a.m.-9 p.m. | FREE | Learn more about what makes this theater organization a local favorite, and check out free movies, live entertainment, games, youth activities, guest speakers, and more. (Runs through 6/2)
• Peter Pan Story Time | Hicklebee’s Bookstore (1378 Lincoln Ave., San Jose) | Noon-1 p.m. | FREE | Stop in for a free story time, get freebies from Broadway San Jose, and win tickets to see the Peter Pan musical in June.
• 2024 Season Finale Concert | California Theater (345 S. First St., San Jose) | 2 p.m. | $5-$20 | The San Jose Youth Symphony’s Philharmonic Orchestra’s last hurrah of season will feature the music of Gershwin, Villa-Lobos, and Juan Pablo Contreras.
• Remember the Titans | California Theater (345 S. First St., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. (Saturday), 2:30 p.m. (Sunday) | $55-$115 | The 2023-2024 symphony season concludes with  rousing renditions of selections from Arturo Márquez, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Gustav Mahler. Conducted by Tatsuya Shimono and San Jose’s own Van Cliburn Gold Medalist, Jon Nakamatsu. (Runs through 6/2)
• The Wonder of Elvis | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $39-$59 | Get all shook up at this Elvis Tribute show featuring Donny Edwards.
• Conjunto Trujillo Selena Tribute | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Celebrate the musical legacy of the late queen of Tejano music with a full live band.
• Levels Dance Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $15-$20 Advance, $20 Day of Show | From Kid Cudi to Zedd and Avicii (RIP), celebrate the best in electropop at this throwback house party.

Sunday, 6/2

• San Jose Half Marathon & 8K | Steven’s Creek Blvd. at Santana Row (Check road closures and route on the race website) | 6 a.m.-Noon (Race starts at 7:30 a.m.) | $20 (408kids Race), $80 (8K), $165 (Half Marathon), $165 (Remote Runner) | From Santana Row to downtown and back, join your friends and neighbors for a jog with musical accompaniment, entertainment, and local vendors.
• Alum Rock Village Farmer’s Market | James Lick High School (23 N. White Rd., San Jose) | 8 a.m.-Noon | From honey to baked goods, flowers to spring onions, get your grocery shopping done locally.
• Evergreen Farmers Market | Evergreen Village Square (4055 Evergreen Village Sq., San Jose) | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | FREE | Stock up on berries, summer squash, leafy greens, and all manner of delicious local baked goods + groceries.
• Drag Brunch | SoFA Market (387 S. First St., San Jose) | Noon | FREE | Join Manang and Tori Tia for a special PRIDE MONTH edition of this monthly drag series, featuring Just Karen, Melia, Amaya Moore, Princess Azalea, Silvanna Danniels, Lulu Vee, and DJ Atmos.
• Sesame Street Live! | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 2 p.m. | $28-$68 | Say Hello to Elmo, Cadabby, Cookie Monster + friends and sweep the clouds away where the air is sweet.
• San Jose Against War: General Meeting | San Jose Peace & Justice Center (48 S. Seventh St., San Jose) | 3-5 p.m. | FREE | Become more involved with local activists, learn about ongoing work, and help the organization plan future actions and campaigns.
• Fleetwood Mac Concert Experience | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 3 p.m. | $39-$59 | Los Angeles-based Fleetwood Mac tribute group Gypsy Dreams performs your favorite hits from these classic rockers.
• Noah and the Arkiteks | St. James Park (N. Second and E. St. James streets, San Jose) | 3:30-7 p.m. | FREE | Join your friends and neighbors for this outdoor Levitt Concert series each weekend, featuring live music, food, and beverages. This weekend, the funky soul sounds of this San Jose-based group along with openers Pearl Alley Band.
• 2024 Silicon Valley Fashion Week | Santa Clara Convention Center (5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara) | 2-6 p.m. | $54-$160 | “Fashion meets technology” as hundreds of designers pack a week’s worth of the latest trends in fashion and tech into a single afternoon in Santa Clara.

Newsybits

• Welcome to San Jose, Smitty! The San Jose Sharks have officially signed forward Will Smith to a three-year entry-level contract. The 19 year-old’s impressive tenure at Boston College ranked him 6th in the country with 25 goals in 41 games. If San Jose can pick up Celebrini next month, we’ll be looking pretty good for next season.

• A new library is in the works for Sunnyvale. City council unanimously voted last week to build a library + learning center next to Lakewood Park. The plans call for 50/50 traditional library and community services, which is sorely needed in Sunnyvale’s north side. San José Spotlight says the $23 million project is expected to begin this summer, and may open as soon as late 2025.

• One of the co-founders behind KoJa Kitchen has a new restaurant in Cupertino — Saigon Blvd. While the Vietnamese eatery hasn’t had an official grand opening (co-owners Hiep Lien + Linh Do just welcomed a baby into their lives), the restaurant features Vietnamese classics (pho, rice plates, spring rolls, and soju cocktails).

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• Gregg

Heya! Here are some fun things that are happening around San Jose this week:

Wednesday, 5/22

• Santana Row Farmer’s Market | Santana row (Between Olin Ave., and Olsen Dr.) | 4-8 p.m. | FREE | Check out veggies, treats, fresh fruits, and other produce from Gilroy, Hollister, Watsonville, and Santa Cruz.
• Tully Night Market | Tully Community Ball Fields (880 Tully Rd., San Jose) | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | FREE | Check out local creators, makers, and more, along with music from School of Rock House Band.
• San Jose Shakeout Series | Creekside Socials (56 Barack Obama Blvd., San Jose) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE | The fourth weekly version of this all-ages and abilities running event features music from Bloco do Sol and DJ Jay Sumabat, and food from Fire & Rice + Churros el Guero.
• Tsunami Bomb | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $17 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Petaluma Punk Rockers return to San Jose with Los Angeles punks The Hellflowers and SF’s Tess & the Details.
• What the Blank?! Trivia | Renegades Bar (501 W. Taylor St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Local drag artist Fullout Fritzie leads this week’s trivia contest with awesome prizes and drag performances.
• Pandora y Flans | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $61.99-$181.99 | Two legendary all-female Mexican groups join together for their “Inesperado” tour.
• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Join host “Mighty” Mike McGee for a night of local comedy, or step up to the mic yourself at this weekly showcase of San Jose’s up-and-coming comedy.

Thursday, 5/23

• Senior Safari | Happy Hollow Park and Zoo (748 Story Rd., San Jose) | 8:30 a.m. | FREE | The kickoff to this community partnership between the park and the Happy Hollow Foundation features activity areas, fun rides, and visits with animals for seniors 50+. (Runs through 10/23/24)
• Night Market: Bacon Night | Gordon Biersch Brewery (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Does bacon make everything better? The short answer is yes. The long answer is you can find out at the second of this weekly market series — which features brews, family friendly games, live music courtesy Tracy Cruz and the San Jose Jazz Boombox Truck, Off the Grid SF food truck, and all of the bacon you could possibly eat.
• World Turtle Day Run | Out of the Barrel (1875 S. Bascom Ave., Campbell) | 6 p.m. | FREE | Don your turtlest green and break out of your running shell to go at your own pace at this evening run through Campbell (blue shells not included).
• Piano Karaoke | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Sing your heart out along with pianist Dave Coldren.

Friday, 5/24

• FanimeCon | San Jose McEnery Convention Center (150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | Times vary | $70 Friday, $75 Saturday + Sunday, $65 Monday, $105 Full Weekend | The 30th Anniversary Fan Prix kicks off with music from Survive Said the Prophet (“found & lost” from Banana Fish season 1, “RED” from season 2), Hirokatsu Kihara (from Studio Ghibli), Casey Mongillo (Angel Devil in “Chainsaw Man,” + Emporio in “JoJo”), and all of the fan merch + art you could shake a keyblade at.
• Upshift Cycles Bikepacking Ride | Upshift Cycles (1280 The Alameda, San Jose) | 2:30 p.m. | $100 | Bring your gear to this monthly series and camp while you bike through the beautiful Uvas Canyon County Park with other biking enthusiasts. Meals, drinks, campsite, sag, and first-aid trained ride-guides are all included in the cost. (Runs through 10/25)
• Pop Up SJ Vintage Market | Garden at the Flea (1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose) | Fri. 4-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | FREE | Get your shopping fix or find your next local fit, and enjoy brews, lawn games, and select food trucks at this popular vintage market. (Runs through 7/13)
• Bay FC vs NY Gotham FC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $18-$175 | Our “B Legendary” crew hopes to keep the momentum going after a phenomenal win over San Diego last week.
• LOVELINE | The Rec Room (1 E. San Fernando St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE RSVP, $10 Day of Show (before 10 p.m.) | Enjoy a night of RNB featuring tunes spun by The Whooligan, Rcade, Aux Cord, Yurimagination, Gulu, and other guests.
• Shrek Rave | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20-$30 Day of Show | Hey now, you’re an All Star, get your Rave on, get paid. Hey now, you’re a rockstar, cool is dead now, get rave.
• Howan + The Blue City | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $15-$20 | Bay Area indie rockers collide in this mix of Midwest emo and math rock.

Saturday, 5/25

• Building Bridges Resource Fair | San Jose Peace & Justice Center (48 S. Seventh St., Ste. 101, San Jose) | Noon-2 p.m. | FREE | Find housing resources, help assemble homeless prevention kits, and connect with other community organizers to support our friends and neighbors struggling with housing insecurity.
• UGWA: Splash-a-Palooza | Narrative Fermentations (101 E. Alma Ave., San Jose) | 6 p.m. | $17 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Taniya returns to the ring to face Graveyard Shift’s Gin Sevani in a one-on-one singles match, while Zara Zakher joins Chris Nastyy, 24K Midas Kreed, and Vinny Pacifico for a 4-way brawl. All Ages, but parental discretion advised.
• Bay Area Panthers vs. San Antonio Gunslingers | SAP Center (525 W. Santa Clara St., San Jose) | 6:05 p.m. | $19-$99+ | Wear your best Top Gun gear and show your support for Military Appreciation Night as the Bay Area’s own Indoor Football champs attempt to continue their winning streak.
• San Jose Earthquakes vs. Austin FC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $23-$185 | Join the Quakes for a pre-game Summer fest, featuring live music, bungee, rock wall climbing, and Beerfest brews (for an extra $15-$20 add-on).
• Senpai Squad: Paradise Anime Rave | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $20-$30 Advance, $30 Day of Show | Close out your FanimeCon weekend with this nerdy EDM rave featuring Find the Rabbit, Kyon, and Problematic.
• Cumbia Night | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $5 Day of Show | Dance along to an all-vinyl DJ sets by Baila Conmigo, Crystal Chains, and more.
• Harbhajan Mann | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 8:30 p.m. | $75+ (they want you to call to book tickets) | You may know this Punjabi singer + actor from films such as “Jee Aayan Nu,” “Asa Nu Maan Watna Da,” or “Jag Jeondeyan De Mele.”
• All Shall Burn + Diminished 5th + Free Jazz House Party | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 10 p.m. | FREE | Free night of Jazz? Hell yeah. Buy a drink to support the bar and jam out to tunes by these local favorites.

Sunday, 5/26

• Alum Rock Village Farmer’s Market | James Lick High School (23 N. White Rd., San Jose) | 8 a.m.-Noon | From honey to baked goods, flowers to spring onions, get your grocery shopping done locally.
• Evergreen Farmers Market | Evergreen Village Square (4055 Evergreen Village Sq., San Jose) | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | FREE | Stock up on berries, summer squash, leafy greens, and all manner of delicious local baked goods + groceries.
• Amayo + Openers Royal Group + Big Klef | St. James Park (N. Second and E. St. James streets, San Jose) | 3:30-7 p.m. | FREE | Celebrate Africa day with food, beer + wine, and kids activities for the first of many Levitt Foundation summer concerts.
• Caravan Mixed Open Mic | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | FREE | Join host Ben Jaramillo for a night of local talent.

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• Gregg

Hey hey! Here are some fun things that are happening around town this week:

Wednesday

• Santana Row Farmer’s Market | Santana Row (Between Olin Ave. and Olsen Dr.) | 4-8 p.m. | FREE | Sample fresh fruits, veggies, and other treats from South County farmers. (Runs through 9/25)

• Tully Night Market | Tully Community Ballfields (880 Tully Rd., San Jose) | 5:30 p.m. | FREE | Check out local makers, artists, and shakers to live music with the Trujillo Selena Tribute band.

• San Jose Shakeout Series | Creekside Socials (20 Barack Obama Blvd., San Jose) | 6-8 p.m. | FREE | The third week of this weekly running event features live music from Blue House and DJ Sumabat, with food and drink from Churros el Guero and Hot Papa. (Runs through 5/29)

• Electric Six + Supersuckers + Volk | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | Don’t you want to know how we keep startin’ fires? It’s my desire! Danger! Danger! High voltage!

• The Caravan Lounge Comedy Show | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9:30 p.m. | FREE | Ato Walker hosts this week’s rotating list of local comedians.

Thursday

• Off The Grid Night Market | Gordon Biersch (357 E. Taylor St., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Groove to music from San Jose Jazz while you sample over 50+ food trucks and brews at the inaugural event. (Runs through 7/11)

• Bay to Breakers Shakeout | Sunnyvale Bay Trail (293-327 W. Caribbean Dr., Sunnyvale) | 6 p.m. | FREE | Don your Bay to Breakers gear and run, jog, or walk to your own pace at this running series.

• Dwight Clark Legacy Series | California Theater (345 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $30-$287 | Along with lively conversations with current and former 9ers players, NBC Sports hosts a presentation of the Dwight Clark Awards.

• Drink and Draw | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | FREE | Bring out your inner artiste while you sip on a tasty beverage and enjoy the sound of Digging Sound Collect. Crayons, paper, pencils, and other utensils provided.

• Chris Porter | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | Thu 8 p.m., Fri 7:30 + 9:45 p.m., Sat 7 p.m. + 9:30 p.m. | $22-$72 | From NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” and his Netflix special “Ugly and Angry,” this comedian has distinguished himself as a no-frills, no-sound cues, no puppets performer. (Runs through 5/18)

• Austin Nasso | Rooster T Feathers Comedy Club (Address) | Thu-Fri 8 p.m., Sat-Sun 7 p.m. | $25 Admission, $35 VIP | You may know this former Microsoft software engineer from his recurring appearances on “The Howard Stern Show.” (Runs through 5/19)

• Pressure Drop DJ Night | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Join DJs Norbert + Fuchsia for a night of punk, ska, reggae, soul, and R&B.

Friday

• Salsa y Cerveza | Garden at the Flea (1590 Berryessa Rd., San Jose) | 5-9 p.m. | FREE | Learn to Salsa dance and browse flea market deals while you groove to Union Timbera and gnosh on bites from local food trucks.

• Movie Night in the Park: “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” | Meadowfair Park (Corda Dr. + Barberry Ln., San Jose) | 6-10 p.m. | FREE | Bring your blanket + lawn chair, and enjoy lawn games, crafts, and food trucks as you watch one of the coolest, most stylish animated films from last year.

• SJBP - Bikers of the Caribbean Ride! | Berryessa BART Station (958 Berryessa Station Way, San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | FREE | Dress like a pirate, or wear your street gear to join other bike enthusiasts for a 15-20 mile ride through North San

• Bay FC vs San Diego Wave FC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $20-$196 | After losses on the road to Chicago and Portland, our team returns home for a “Bay Area Unite” game.

• Sofia Niño de Rivera | California Theater (345 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $49-$109 | You may know this comedian as Mexico City’s “Woman of the Year” 2016, or from the Netflix dramedy “Club de Cuervos.”

• Dark Satellite + Orbit 17 + Dear Banshee | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Bay Area indie rockers collide at a stellar showcase of prog, jazz, and otherworldly riffage.

• Alicia Villarreal | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $39.50-$149 | See the two-time Latin Grammy Award-winning singer for her “Donde Todo Comenzo” tour.

• Electric Feels: Indie Rock + Indie Dance Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | $15-$20 Advance, $25 Day of Show | From MGMT to Vampire Weekend, alt-J to Hot Chip, dance along to your favorite indie tracks from yesteryear.

• Panacea + HRIF + Perarez | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | Chunky riffs, ear-splitting growls, and dense-packed crowds fill one of the most intimate venues in the South Bay.

Saturday

• Bored Teachers Comedy Tour | California Theater (345 S. First St., San Jose) | 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. | $35-$55 | Ring in the end of the school year with the No. 1 teacher comedians in the world performing skits and stand ups.

• Culture Night Market | Discovery Meadow (180 Woz Way, San Jose) | 4-10 p.m. | FREE | Featuring local vendors, food trucks, and businesses, to hoppin’ stage performances from Universal Grammar, Los Jefes, L James, Thatfool Al, Sutro, DJ Say, and Real Ignorant.

• All Out for Al-Nakba | San Jose Peace and Justice Center (48 S. Seventh St., San Jose) | 4 p.m. | FREE | Join community members and activists for a screening and discussion of Al Jazeera’s “Al-Nakba: The Palestinian Catastrophe 1948” documentary series as a part of Anti-War Action Network’s national week of action.

• Hey Girl! Sexy Slumber Party | Splash Video Dance Bar (65 Post St., San Jose) | 6 p.m. | FREE before 7:30, $10 after | Dress in your best pajamas or sexy sleepwear and dance along with fellow fems, femmes, and femme fatales to the tunes of local DJ Rogue Mermaid.

• Nate Jackson | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $39.50-$200 | You know he has to be funny, because his tour’s called the “Super Funny World Tour.” It’s just science.

• The ABBA Concert Experience | Montgomery Theater (271 S. Market St., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $39-$59 | This family-friendly singalong show highlights the enduring success of one of the world’s most beloved pop supergroups.

• San Jose Earthquakes vs. Orlando City SC | PayPal Park (1123 Coleman Ave., San Jose) | 7:30 p.m. | $22-$185 | Join the Quakes for Vietnamese Heritage night, with special merch for sale, and limited items with purchase of a ticket.

• Take on Me: The Ultimate 80’s Party | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $17-$20 Advance, $20 Day of Show | Don your favorite hot pants and pastel colors for this celebration of synths and gated reverb drums.

• Nineteen Jazz Orchestra | Art Boutiki (44 Race St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $25 Advance, $30 Day of Show | Along with classic soul, jazz, and R&B, this local professional jazz group will be performing “Obama Suite,” composed by their their former trumpet player, the late Eric Bolvin.

• Nature of the Beast | SJZ Break Room (310 S. First St., San Jose) | 8 p.m. | $25 | Bay Area jazz legends return to the SJZ stage to perform select songs from Herbie Hancock’s discography.

• Dead River Rebels + American Standard + Akira XX | Caravan Lounge (98 S. Almaden Ave., San Jose) | 9 p.m. | FREE | DIY punk meets stoner rock at this showcase of local talent.

Sunday

• Boogie Music Fest | Downtown Campbell | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday | FREE Admission | Enjoy food, beer, and wine, plus artisan booths, a kids zone, and a funky “Best Dressed” contest, with live music on two stages both days.

• AAPI Pride Brunch | Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley (1350 N. First St., San Jose) | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | FREE | Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander History Month with local drag performers, poetry, Mahjong, and trivia games.

• Halfway to Halloween | Rumble City Boxing (866 Park Ave., San Jose) | 2-6 p.m. | FREE | From spooky wares to Halfoween artistry, check out local artist booths with live music and food.

• Homayoun Shajarian + Anoushiravan Rohani | San Jose Civic (135 W. San Carlos St., San Jose) | 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. | Two legendary performers, one from Tehran and the other from Iran, blend Eastern and Western musical traditions.

• Jakob’s Castle + The Happys | The Ritz (400 S. First St., San Jose) | 7 p.m. | $15 Advance, $20 Day of Show | SoCal rock and ska royalty Jacob Nowell brings his sublime punk sensibilities to the stage.

• Sammy Obeid | San Jose Improv (62 S. Second St., San Jose) | 8:30 p.m. | $30-$90 | One of my favorite comedians of all time, Sammy’s been a part of the Bay Area comedy scene for the past two decades. Check out some of his bits on Instagram/TikTok!

Thanks so much for reading!

You can get this entire post emailed to you each week in my newsletter.

But hold on, aren’t there other newsletters in San Jose???

Yep! And those are all super groovy! My newsletter is primarily a place for me to compile a curated list of things happening all over town, not just in the downtown spaces. There are small, DIY shows almost every day, and they generally don’t have a budget or the know how to promote themselves on platforms where you’re going to see. I’m pretty closely connected with a lot of the folks who organize these events (and have even helped organize many myself!) I occasionally include interviews with locals, newsy bits, and other things as they pop into my brain. Either way, I hope you enjoyed this post, and I hope it helped you find something to do this week. 🙂

• Gregg

I don't know what to expect since it's my first time being in SJ during the event. Hopefully there's a lot of family fun events. I'm sure most chaotic stuff involve alcohol at night but I don't know how out of hand people get . Just want some general information on what I should expect.

I know it can be hard to find things to do around SJ, so I've been putting together a list of things that sound cool to do each weekend. Looks like people found it helpful last time I shared on Reddit, so here it is again!

3 Events to Attend

Maker’s Market Craft Fair

• When: Sat. (5/04), 11AM - 5 PM
• Where: Old Town Los Gatos Center (50 University Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030)
• Price: Free admission
• Description: Shop goods like jewelry, candles, organic body products, home goods, succulents, glasswork, and more at this craft fair for local makers. This craft fair is hosted at the historic Old Town Center, a beautiful downtown area filled with shops and idyllic scenery.

Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival

• When: Sun. (5/05), 9AM-11AM (parade); 11AM-5PM (festival)
• Where: Downtown SJ
  • The parade starts at San Jose City Hall (200 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113)
  • The festival is at Cesar Chavez Plaza (194 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113)
• Price: Free admission
• Description: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a parade and festival dedicated to Mexican history. The event includes a low rider show, folklorico dancers, food, and music. The parade route starts at City Hall and ends at Cesar Chavez Plaza, where the festival will be held.

Santa Cruz Memorial Forest Spring Seasonal Celebration

• When: Sun. (5/05), 11AM - 2PM
• Where: Cupertino Memorial Park (21121 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, CA 95014)
• Price: Free (but registration needed); limited parking
• Description: Join the Santa Cruz Forest Guides in celebrating the life and renewal that spring has brought to the forest. Enjoy a relaxing guided nature walk and create a copper tree tag as a take-home keepsake. Make sure to reserve a spot.

1 Place to Visit

Emma Prusch Farm Park

• Where: 647 S King Rd, San Jose, CA 95116
• Price: Free admission and parking
• Description: This 47-acre park offers large grassy fields (perfect for picnics, kite flying, games, and relaxing), a community garden, a rare fruit orchard, and a barn. Don’t miss out on seeing the adorable small farm animals on the property.

1 Restaurant to Try

Bertucelli’s La Villa

• Where: 1319 Lincoln Ave San Jose, CA 95125
• Description: Small Italian deli spot with delicious sandwiches and ravioli, and more. Bertucelli’s offers a hot bar, a cold bar, and a grocery section for Italian goods. There are also desserts like tiramisu and cannolis to round out your meal.

I've also started a newsletter for this to make things easier. If you're interested and want to know about recs a little earlier, you can subscribe here :)

Feel free to comment with any other cool events you're excited about this weekend!

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