SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 17, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As record cold and snow are reported across much of the U.S., there's no better time to warm up with thoughts of planning spring or summer getaways to San Jose, California, where warm temperatures and sunny skies invite visitors to come out and play. To help them plan their visit, Team San Jose announces exciting spring and summer events for adults and families to enjoy. For continued updates on events visit www.sanjose.org.
FESTIVALS AND CITYWIDE EVENTS
22nd Annual AT&T San Jose Jazz Festival – August 12-14, 2011
San Jose downtown beckons with the melodies of jazz every autumn. Over 1,000 jazz artists and 100,000 jazz music lovers meet in San Jose for a weekend of musical variety, tradition, and innovation. From Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, music lovers converge on the heart of Silicon Valley to enjoy three days of jazz, blues, salsa, Latin, R&B, electronica and many other forms of contemporary music. www.sanjosejazz.org
Dine Downtown Restaurant Week 2011 - June 22 –July 4
More than 30 of downtown's best restaurants offer imaginative three-course prix fixe menus at affordable $20, $30 and $40 prices points to new and loyal customers. The "week" kicks off with the popular and energy-filled City Bites sampler event throughout downtown. www.sjdowntown.com
Downtown Farmers' Market 2011 - Fridays May 6 – November 18
Browse through colorful flowers, gourmet foods and fresh fruits and vegetables from California-certified growers each Friday at the Downtown Farmers' Market at San Pedro Square. Special fruit tastings, cooking demonstrations and live music are offered throughout the season. Takes place on San Pedro Square between Santa Clara and St. John streets from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Note: No Market on July 1. www.sjdowntown.com
San Jose Gay Pride Festival - August 20-21
The festival includes live entertainment in Discovery Meadow, with a parade beginning at 10:30 a.m. Saturday festivities are free and Sunday events are ticketed. www.sanjosepride.com
PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS
Ballet San Jose presents "Carmen" – April 1-3
Vivid story of seduction and betrayal based on the fabled temptress of Seville. www.balletsj.org
Broadway San Jose presents "Momma Mia!" – June 7-12, 2011
Mamma Mia! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. This smash-hit musical that combines ABBA's greatest hits with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. www.broadwaysanjose.com
Children's Musical Theater San Jose's "Secret Garden" – May 6-15, 2011
This Tony Award winning classic of children's literature is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright of 'Night Mother. Montgomery Theater. www.cmtsj.org
Children's Musical Theater San Jose's "Aida" – July 29 – August 7, 2011
Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida is a contemporary musical take on a grand classic tale of the timeless bond between an enslaved Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier. Montgomery Theater. www.cmtsj.org
Lyric Theatre of San Jose presents "The Sorcerer" – June 18-26, 2011
One of Gilbert and Sullivan's earliest operettas, The Sorcerer is the tale of a young couple who want everyone to be happily mated, but inadvertently set off ridiculous pairings of townspeople through the misuse of John Wellington Wells' magic tea potion. Montgomery Theater. www.lyrictheatre.org
Marquez Brothers Public Dance – June 25 and August 20
The San Jose Convention Center rocks with the hottest Mexican bands. www.elmexicanopresenta.com
Opera San Jose presents "La Boh é me" – April 23 – May 8
For generations, this Puccini classic has been the best first opera, the best date opera, and, for many, the best opera. California Theater. www.operasj.org
South First Fridays Street Markets 2011 - June 3, August 5 and September 2
A diverse showcase of musicians and artists, the three South First Friday Street Markets take place in conjunction with the monthly First Friday art gallery crawls in the SoFA District. This do-it-yourself inspired street festival includes live music and more than 35 artisan booths. The June event – a.k.a. SubZero – expands to more than three blocks. Takes place on South First Street between San Carlos and San Salvador Streets from 6 p.m.– 11:30 p.m. www.sjdowntown.com
Symphony Silicon Valley's "Nakamatsu Plays Two" – May 12-15, 2011
Local favorite and international star Jon Nakamatsu performs two featured works on our program at the California Theater, beginning with a world premiere: a double concerto created for him and clarinetist Jon Manasse by Cuban composer D'Rivera. Nakamatsu follows with Tchaikovsky's mighty Concerto No. 1, one of the most popular works ever composed for piano. Stravinsky's witty neo-classical Pulcinella Suite, originally written for a comic ballet, opens the evening. www.symphonysiliconvalley.org
Symphony Silicon Valley's "Spices, Bandoneon & Italy" – June 4-5, 2011
Principal percussionist Galen Lemmon and Steve Hearn shine in Israeli composer Avner Dorman's spectacular double percussion concerto. www.symphonysiliconvalley.org
Unique Lives & Experiences Speaker Series 2011 – May 16, 2011 and June 18, 2011 Fans can enjoy legendary actress Diane Keaton (May 16) and actress/comedienne Whoopi Goldberg (June 18) live at the San Jose Civic. www.uniquelives.com
Yanni at the San Jose Civic – May 6, 2011
Enjoy the unique music of award-winning Greek contemporary instrumental composer and performer Yanni, who performed live in concert in more than 20 countries around the world. www.sanjosecivic.com
FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS AND CINEMA
Music in the Park 2011 – Thursdays, June 2 – August 25
San Jose summers come alive with Music in the Park, downtown's most anticipated concert series. Enjoy blues, reggae, rock and jazz by top musical acts in free Thursday night performances, and take in the charming atmosphere of downtown's favorite park. Takes place at Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, Market and San Carlos Streets on Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. www.sjdowntown.com
Starlight Cinemas 2011 - June 8 – August 31
Take advantage of San Jose's gorgeous weather by grabbing a lawn chair or blanket and enjoying free films under the stars in three of downtown's central neighborhoods: San Pedro Square, the Historic District/Post St. and SoFA District/South First St. Pre-screening entertainment changes with the season, starting as early as 6:30 p.m., followed by the feature film at dusk. Note: No movies June 1, July 6 or August 3. www.sjdowntown.com
SPORTING EVENTS
2011 Acrobatic Gymnastics Championships -- July 23, 2011
Acrobatic Gymnastics Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.usa-gymnastics.org
Amgen Tour of California – May 18
Enjoy the largest cycling event in America, the 2011 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race that challenges the world's top professional cycling teams to compete along a demanding course from May 15-22. Stage 4 of the event will be in downtown San Jose. www.amgentourofcalifornia.com
Northern California Volleyball Association Girl's Tournament – June 19-22, 2011
No Dinx Open Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.ncva.com
San Jose Bodybuilding Fitness and Figure Championships and Expo – July 10, 2011
Bodybuilding championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.paullovesproductions.com
USA Taekwondo Junior and Senior National Championships 2011 – July 2, 2011
USA Taekwondo National Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.usa-taekwondo.us
EXPOSITIONS
FanimeCon 2011 – May 27 - 30, 2011
One of the largest anime conventions in Northern California, FanimeCon takes place at the San Jose Convention Center, bringing together a variety of events incorporating anime and Japanese culture. www.fanime.com
Madd Gamers of America Expo – May 19, 2011
Madd Gamers Expo is a Northern America premiere video game convention for computer and video games and related products. www.maddgamers.eventbrite.com
Super-Con – May 21, 2011
California's best two-day comic and art festival and the San Jose Convention Center. www.super-con.com
LOOKING AHEAD
Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon and Expo –October 2
Home & Garden Show - October 21-23
www.acshomeshow.com/HGExpo/SJF.html
Marquez Brothers Public Dance – November 6
Downtown Ice - Daily November 18 – January 16, 2012
Harvest Festival ORIGINAL Art & Craft Show – November 25-27
15th Annual Bay Area Ski & Snowboard Show - November 25-27
Team San Jose (TSJ) This innovative partnership unifies the San Jose Convention and Visitors Bureau, hotels, arts, labor and venues to deliver an exceptional visitor experience and serve as the gateway to San Jose as a destination. We manage the San Jose Convention Center and Arts and Entertainment venues including the California Theatre, the Center for the Performing Arts, Montgomery Theater, Parkside Hall, San Jose Civic and South Hall. For more information about San Jose and Team San Jose, please visit the new www.sanjose.org.
| SPORTING EVENTS 2011 Acrobatic Gymnastics Championships -- July 23, 2011 Acrobatic Gymnastics Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.usa-gymnastics.org Amgen Tour of California – May 18 Enjoy the largest cycling event in America, the 2011 Amgen Tour of California is a Tour de France-style cycling road race that challenges the world's top professional cycling teams to compete along a demanding course from May 15-22. Stage 4 of the event will be in downtown San Jose. www.amgentourofcalifornia.com Northern California Volleyball Association Girl's Tournament – June 19-22, 2011 No Dinx Open Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.ncva.com San Jose Bodybuilding Fitness and Figure Championships and Expo – July 10, 2011 Bodybuilding championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.paullovesproductions.com USA Taekwondo Junior and Senior National Championships 2011 – July 2, 2011 USA Taekwondo National Championships at the San Jose Convention Center. www.usa-taekwondo.us EXPOSITIONS FanimeCon 2011 – May 27 - 30, 2011 One of the largest anime conventions in Northern California, FanimeCon takes place at the San Jose Convention Center, bringing together a variety of events incorporating anime and Japanese culture. www.fanime.com Madd Gamers of America Expo – May 19, 2011 Madd Gamers Expo is a Northern America premiere video game convention for computer and video games and related products. www.maddgamers.eventbrite.com Super-Con – May 21, 2011 California's best two-day comic and art festival and the San Jose Convention Center. www.super-con.com LOOKING AHEAD Rock 'n' Roll 1/2 Marathon and Expo –October 2 www.san-jose.competitor.com Home & Garden Show - October 21-23 www.acshomeshow.com/HGExpo/SJF.html Marquez Brothers Public Dance – November 6 www.elmexicanopresenta.com Downtown Ice - Daily November 18 – January 16, 2012 www.sjdowntown.com Harvest Festival ORIGINAL Art & Craft Show – November 25-27 www.harvestfestival.com 15th Annual Bay Area Ski & Snowboard Show - November 25-27 www.skidazzle.com Team San Jose (TSJ) This innovative partnership unifies the San Jose Convention and Visitors Bureau, hotels, arts, labor and venues to deliver an exceptional visitor experience and serve as the gateway to San Jose as a destination. We manage the San Jose Convention Center and Arts and Entertainment venues including the California Theatre, the Center for the Performing Arts, Montgomery Theater, Parkside Hall, San Jose Civic and South Hall. For more information about San Jose and Team San Jose, please visit the new www.sanjose.org. # # # |
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