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š Things to do around SJ this weekend (10/18-10/20)
Campbell Oktoberfest, Chinese Fall Culture Fair, and the Dia San Jose festival
Cindy Liu
October 17, 2024
Welcome back to SJ Weekender. Hereās your roundup of the best things to do around San Jose this weekendādonāt miss the Campbell Oktoberfest, Chinese Fall Culture Fair, and the Dia San Jose festival.
P.S. I found out that the Gizdich Ranch apple U-Pick I recommended last week ended up closing for the season the day after I publishedāhope you were able to still enjoy a slice of their pies if you ended up going š Unfortunately, I donāt run these events, so for peace of mind in the future Iād definitely recommend double checking event details before you head out!
š4 Weekend Events to Attend
When: Sun. (10/20), 12-6PM
Where: West Valley College Parking Lots 3 & 4 (14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070)
Price: Free admission
Description: No need to fly all the way to Chinaāget styled in hanfu makeup and hair, create traditional sugar paintings, paint fans, and more at this event. There will also be delicious Asian food options, Kung-fu performances, and even adorable capybara plushies as special participation gifts.
When: Sat. (10/19) 10AM-6PM, Sun. (10/20) 10AM-5PM
Where: 267 E. Campbell Ave. Suite C, Campbell, CA 95008
Price: Free admission (you can pre-purchase drink tickets here)
Description: Hype yourself up for Oktoberfest with this large 2-day festive event. There will be authentic German food and music, over 100 artisans, a stein-holding contest for beer, a ābest dressedā costume contest, and more.
When: Sat. (10/19), 11AM-7PM
Where: St. Leo (88 Race St, San Jose, CA 95126); On the grass field behind the church
Price: Free admission
Description: Looking for a new leafy friend? Get your plant and holiday shopping in while celebrating Oktoberfest at this 4th annual event. There will be lots of plant vendors, local makers, food, drinks, and more.
When: Sat. (10/19) 11AM-7PM
Where: Plaza de Cesar Chavez (1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113)
Price: Free admission
Description: Wrap up Hispanic Heritage Month with a full day of vibrant cultural activities. There will be delicious Mexican food, lowrider altars, live wrestling matches by Pro Wrestling Revolution, over 100 maker vendors, Chicano artists, and more. Get a head start on the fun and swing by the āOldies Never Dieā event Friday after work for music and good vibes.
š 1 Place to Visit
Where: 55 Peckham Rd., Watsonville CA 95076
Price: Free admission (but bring cash if you want to buy pumpkins/do activities)
Description: Still havenāt gotten your pumpkin for fall yet? Visit this lovely pumpkin patch/farm for a festive experience that wonāt break the bank. Pick your perfect pumpkin, feed cute farm animals, try your hand at a corn maze, go pumpkin bowling, and more.
š New to SJ
Where: 2951 Monterey Rd Unit 50, San Jose, CA 95111
Description: A family-run pizza joint with super light dough and homemade sauce. Try their smoky BBQ chicken ($29.99, large), Gardenia ($29.99, large), and E-Roni pizzas ($24.99, large). They also have multiple deals going on, including an all-you-can-eat lunch special ($14.99) for pizza, parmesan sticks, and salad between 11AM and 3PM.
*Prices based on online sources; might change.
Thanks for reading!
See you next week,
Cindy
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