San Jose Downtown Association

San Jose Downtown Association We make downtown San Jose a better place for business, residents and visitors through events, advocacy and more. Learn more about us at www.sjdowntown.com

06/05/2026

Check out the fresh paint at Arena Green right across from ! 🦈 This colorful mural is a great addition to our Stitching Districts program!

, , the team, community members, and yes, Sharkie himself, spent the afternoon brightening up the area with a few colorful additions.

Have you seen it yet?

Are you a restaurant in Downtown San Jose? Participate in Dine Downtown this summer!Register today at: https://bit.ly/Di...
06/04/2026

Are you a restaurant in Downtown San Jose? Participate in Dine Downtown this summer!

Register today at: https://bit.ly/DineDowntownSignUp2026

Participating restaurants must be located within the PBID or BID boundaries. View the map here: https://bit.ly/SJDowntownBIDMap

ℹ️ Offers are due by Friday, June 19. The sooner your offer is up, the more people will see your offer and learn about your restaurant!

⭐️ NEW THIS YEAR: On Monday, June 15, SJDA will be hosting webinar to help you plan your menus and get the most out of Dine Downtown.

TONIGHT: Join the Power Santa Clara Valley project team for a Downtown Open House to learn more about upcoming utility c...
06/03/2026

TONIGHT: Join the Power Santa Clara Valley project team for a Downtown Open House to learn more about upcoming utility construction work that will strengthen the electric grid and improve reliability for local residents and businesses.⁠
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The project includes a new underground electric connection between South San Jose and Downtown San Jose. As construction continues through 2028, community members may see activity in City streets and nearby areas.⁠
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Downtown Open House⁠
Wednesday, June 3⁠
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.⁠
@ San Jose Chamber of Commerce⁠
101 W Santa Clara St, San Jose⁠
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RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling 408-337-2761.⁠
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Attend the Open House to:⁠
- Learn what to expect during construction⁠
- Meet the project team⁠
- Ask questions and share feedback⁠
- Stay informed about project updates and timelines⁠
- Construction has already begun outside of downtown, and the team is committed to minimizing disruptions and keeping the community informed throughout the process.⁠
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Join the Power Santa Clara Valley project team for a Downtown Open House to learn more about upcoming utility constructi...
06/03/2026

Join the Power Santa Clara Valley project team for a Downtown Open House to learn more about upcoming utility construction work that will strengthen the electric grid and improve reliability for local residents and businesses.

The project includes a new underground electric connection between South San Jose and Downtown San Jose. As construction continues through 2028, community members may see activity in City streets and nearby areas.

Downtown Open House
Wednesday, June 3
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
@ San Jose Chamber of Commerce
101 W Santa Clara St, San Jose

RSVP by emailing [email protected] or calling 408-337-2761.

Attend the Open House to:
- Learn what to expect during construction
- Meet the project team
- Ask questions and share feedback
- Stay informed about project updates and timelines
- Construction has already begun outside of downtown, and the team is committed to minimizing disruptions and keeping the community informed throughout the process.




06/02/2026

A night to celebrate emerging artists in the heart of downtown!✨

Last week, we gathered with community leaders, mentors, family, and friends to honor the Downtown Doors Class of 2026.

This year, 20 winning student artists were selected to have their original artwork professionally installed on doors and utility boxes throughout downtown San Jose.

Congratulations! We’re excited to see the impact you'll make in the years ahead. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special reception and helped welcome these emerging artists.

🗺️ Explore the 2026 Downtown Doors map:�
sjdowntown.com/downtown-doors/

🙌 Support Downtown Doors
Want to support the San Jose Downtown Foundation and programs like Downtown Doors? Donate here:� sjdowntown.com/donate

ℹ️ About Downtown Doors
The San Jose Downtown Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the San Jose Downtown Association, is proud to celebrate the 23rd season of Downtown Doors, a program that transforms downtown into an open-air gallery featuring artwork created by local high school students.

06/02/2026

🍽️ Downtown San Jose restaurant owners: The Restaurants Care Resilience Fund is offering $5,000 grants to independent restaurants and commercial caterers!

ℹ️ Program Info
Apply June 1 – 30
$5,000 grants
See full eligibility + apply: www.restaurantscare.org/resilience

For the past 6 years, this fund has invested $11M in California’s restaurants. If you know a local restaurant that could benefit, encourage them to apply!

This year’s grants are powered by the support of and .



05/28/2026

From utility boxes to hidden alleyways, student art is transforming downtown San Jose once again! 🎨

The San Jose Downtown Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the San Jose Downtown Association, is proud to celebrate the 23rd season of Downtown Doors, a program that transforms downtown into an open-air gallery featuring artwork created by local high school students.

This year, 20 winning student artists were selected to have their original artwork professionally installed on doors and utility boxes throughout downtown San Jose.

With more than 120 active art sites across every downtown district, creativity is truly everywhere you look.

Since 2002, Downtown Doors has showcased 411 original student works and distributed more than $175,000 in honorariums to students and their school art departments, investing directly in the next generation of local artists.

Join us in celebrating this year’s winners at the annual Downtown Doors Awards Ceremony at the San José Museum of Art, and keep an eye out for the new installations appearing across downtown starting Friday, May 29!

🗺️ Explore the 2026 Downtown Doors map:�
sjdowntown.com/downtown-doors/

A huge thank you to our sponsors and site hosts for supporting young artists and investing in the future of downtown San Jose. ❤️

Want to support the San Jose Downtown Foundation and programs like Downtown Doors? Donate here: �sjdowntown.com/donate

05/27/2026

Manuel has been with Groundwerx for just about a year, and he’s seen firsthand the impact the team has on the Guadalupe River Trail! Every Monday and Thursday, Groundwerx crews are out servicing the trail system, helping make sure the pathways are clean, safe, and welcoming for both the human visitors, and wildlife like baby geese!

Have you visited the Guadalupe River Trail recently? Be sure to say ‘Hi’ to Manuel and the entire crew!

Learn more about the program at Groundwerx.com⁠
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This project is funded by Valley Water’s Safe, Clean Water Standard Grant Program.⁠


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05/24/2026

A childhood dream years in the making is now open in Downtown San Jose! 🍕☕️🍷

First Street Pizza and Espresso is officially serving up pizza, espresso, beer, wine, and handcrafted non-alcoholic drinks in the heart of DTSJ.

The owner had a longtime dream of opening a pizza restaurant, and was inspired by Italian traditions to bring pizza and espresso together in a new gathering spot downtown.

Swing by, grab a slice, and check out the new space! 🙌

📍33 S 1st St, San Jose, CA
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05/23/2026

OPENING TONIGHT! Mesmerized! 🌀 Hypnotized! 🌀 Benderized!⁠
⁠art’s Gaiascope has arrived at the Circle of Palms TONIGHT next to the and will be on view through August 18 ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ⚽️⁠
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Made possible by , this public art installation blends art, technology, and imagination. It delivers a transformative downtown experience that is immersive, playful, and unforgettable. The installation features three suspended kaleidoscope sculptures that you can control!
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Interactive pedestals allow participants to alter lighting sequences, colors, video content, and playback speed.⁠
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Downtown San Jose just got a little more magical. Come check it out!⁠
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