San Jose (Downtown) Events

From the "Riverbank" to the "Underground," explore this 2,500 square-feet exhibit based on "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland."

Displays of original Beethoven manuscripts, first editions, a lock of the composer's hair, art and demonstrations of historical keyboards. Fifth floor,... More

Explore the the different styles and approaches contemporary textile artists use to create wall art, sculptures and installations using knitting techniques.

Children up to the fifth grade are encouraged to read and earn prizes at San Jose Public Library and other participating Bay Area libraries.

The museum hosts a variety of ongoing, hands-on exhibits for kids. Exhibits include "Bubbalogna," "Current Connections," "Secrets of Circles" and "WaterWays."

Come and test your comedy skills at San Jose's Improv Theater on a real live audience. Very open, free atmosphere, anyone is welcome to hop on stage and... More

Explore the garden and its inhabitants through hands-on activities. Free with admission.

Watch a live lunchtime performance at the Cadence Amphitheater. Free with admission.

This exhibit features unique and humorous quilts from award winner Dorothy Vance.

The literary canon explodes when London's longest-running comedy troupe zips through the world's greatest books.

$5.00 Absolut cocktails, $3.00 Kamikaze shots, $2.00 Domestic draft beer. An amateur go-go competition with gorgeous dancers.

Museum hosts "Life Tech," "Innovation" and "Exploration."

Children discover different toys from around the world. Free with admission.