Looking for the best events and festivals this month in San José? Here are some ideas for things to do in April 2016.
Venezuelan Music Project, April 1
What: A performance by the Venezuelan Music Project, an eight-piece project that interprets the traditional musical styles of Venezuela. A free show to celebrate the first southern Friday.
Where: MACLA (Movement of Latin American Art and Culture), San José
Splashomania / Holi Festival, April 2nd
What: A colorful celebration of the Indian Holi festival. Participants dance to Bollywood dance hits in a shower of vibrantly colored powder dye. 11 am to 3 pm Get tickets here.
Dónde: Baylands Park – Baylands Grove, 999 East Caribbean Drive, Sunnyvale
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An afternoon with the councilor of San José, Raúl Peralez, April 8.
What: A meeting and greeting with Councilor Peralez sponsored by the San José Downtown Residents Association. The event includes live music and snacks. Free, but registration is required. Get tickets here.
Where: The glass house, San José
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Veggie Fest, April 9
What: A celebration of the agricultural heritage of the Santa Clara Valley. A family festival to promote healthy eating and a healthy life. This free event includes food vendors from around the Valley, music, and games for kids.
Where: Martial Cottle Park, San José.
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San Jose Fantasy Faire & Pirate Fest, del 9 al 10 de abril
What: A family-friendly Renaissance fair that celebrates historical events, myths, and fantasies. Dress up as a knight, pirate or princess or even magical creatures like an elf or a fairy. The event includes shows, food, apparel, arts, crafts, and costume contests. All ages are welcome. Get tickets here.
Where: Discovery Meadow, 180 Woz Way, San José
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Spring Garden Market, April 16
What: Stock your garden with unique heirloom plant varieties you won’t find anywhere else. The Master Gardeners Association of Santa Clara County presents this annual spring plant sale and a natural gardening festival. Time: 9 am-2pm. Get there early – Rare varieties of plants sell out quickly. Bring a box or cart to carry your purchases.
Where: History Park SJ, 1650 Senter Road, San José
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C upertino Cherry Blossom Festival, 23-24 April
What: A celebration of Japanese culture honoring Cupertino’s sister city, Toyokawa, Japan. The event features traditional displays, entertainment, and food. Time: 10 am to 5 pm Park free at De Anza College in lots A and B
Where: Memorial Park, Alves Dr. and Anton Way, Cupertino
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The sjDANCEco Festival, April 24
What: A free outdoor festival celebrating local and regional dance artists and National Dance Week. The free outdoor festival showcases the diversity of the area’s dance community and features performances by sjDANCEco (Maria Basile, Gabriel Mata), Diablo Ballet, Pointe of Departure, Erin East, Visual Rhythm, and Zohar Dance Company. Time: 10 am to 3:30 pm
Where: Santana Row Park
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