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Free things to do in San Jose
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Updated Saturday, October 24 · 48 listings
Quick answer
This weekend (Oct 23–25) there are 5 events in San Jose, plus 2 always-open favorites. Top picks:
- Throbb House Halloween — Sat, Oct 24, The Gazebo · San Jose (free)
- Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit — Sun, Oct 25, King Library · Downtown San Jose, San Jose (free)
- Free Trunk or Treat — Sun, Oct 25, Almaden Neighborhood Church · San Jose (free)
- FREE Kids Art Trial Class | Drawing, Painting & Creativity | San Jose — Sun, Oct 25, 2050 Concourse Dr ste 66 · San Jose (free)
- Honors Wind Ensemble Concert — Sun, Oct 25, Music Building · Downtown San Jose, San Jose (free)
👶 Kid-Friendly 54🍸 Adult Nightlife 31☀️ Hot Day 99🌧️ Rainy Day 164🌫️ Fog Escape 156💘 Date Night 32🎸 Live Music 20😂 Comedy 2🎭 Theater & Dance 11🎨 Art & Museums 52🎬 Film 5🍜 Food & Drink 18🛍️ Markets & Shopping 9🎉 Festivals & Fairs 46🌲 Outdoors & Nature 15🏟️ Sports & Games 30🧘 Fitness & Wellness 4📚 Talks & Classes 76💻 Tech & Startups 26🤝 Community & Causes 94🧸 Family & Kids 54📍 Downtown San Jose 264📍 Willow Glen 1📍 Santana Row 10
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Frequently asked questions
What is there to do in San Jose this weekend?
Popular picks for Oct 23–25 include Throbb House Halloween (Sat, Oct 24), Art of Remembrance Ofrenda Exhibit (Sun, Oct 25), Free Trunk or Treat (Sun, Oct 25), FREE Kids Art Trial Class | Drawing, Painting & Creativity | San Jose (Sun, Oct 25). See the full, daily-updated list on this page.
Are there free things to do in San Jose?
Yes — 48 free events and activities are listed in San Jose right now. Use the “Free” filter or visit our Free page.
How often is this list updated?
Every day. Bay Area Weekend checks dozens of Bay Area event calendars, venues and local news sources daily and removes events once they’ve ended. Last update: Saturday, October 24.
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