What time do doors open?
Doors open at 4pm.
What time does the music start?
Opening acts start around 30-45 minutes after doors open depending on the day of the concert. Headliners take the stage around 7:30pm on weekends, and 8pm on Friday concert days. Music schedules vary.
What is the bag policy?
No oversize bags, totes or backpacks. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12” and/or small clutch bags (4.5”x 6.5”) are allowed. All bags are subject to search.
Where can I park?
There are multiple parking garages located near our venue, making it convenient for you to find a spot.
Parking: Adjacent and well-priced parking is available at CityView Plaza Garage. Turn on to Park Avenue from Almaden Boulevard and head towards Plaza de Cesar Chavez. You will enter the garage adjacent to 177 Park Avenue. Map There is also convenient underground parking at 55 W San Fernando St.
Venue entrance: Present your tickets or pick up your VIP wristbands at the San Carlos St. side of the park (near the Quetzalcoatl statue). If you parked at City View Plaza Garage, you will head to the right when facing the park.
Nearby Dining Options: We recommend the following local restaurants. (There will be food trucks on site as well.)
Original Joe’s (Italian-American) at San Carlos and S. 1st Street. The quintessential San Jose experience, with wood fired steaks, full bar and much more. Open before and after the show (you must arrive before 10pm).
Mezcal (Oaxacan) 25 W San Fernando St. An elegant, authentic and colorful experience with full service and a great tequila bar.
Iguana’s Burritozilla 300 S 3rd St. Home of famous orange sauce and the amazing and equally famous burritozilla.
Habana Cuba 387 S 1st St., inside the SoFA Market. Authentic Cuban cuisine in with patio dining in the SoFA Market food court.
Good Karma 37 South First Street, delicious vegan cuisine. Try the dhal!
Are outside foods or drinks allowed?
No outside food, beverages or water bottles will be allowed into the venue. There will be water available for sale inside the venue.
What is available to eat at the venue?
There will be various food trucks selling food and there are beverage booths with beer, wine and water. We curate a variety of local food options and hope you will be pleased with the selections.
Can I use cash to purchase food or beverages?
This is a mostly cashless event. Credit or debit cards are required at the majority of booths.
Can I bring a chair or blanket?
Lawn chairs, camping chairs or chairs of any type are not permitted in the venue. Blankets, however, are allowed. We do provide seating, on a first-come, first-served basis in the VIP section.
Is the venue ADA accessible? Is there disabled seating?
Plaza de Cesar Chavez is wheelchair-accessible and has some areas marked ADA with limited seating. Please let us know in advance if you require ADA seating. Please check in with the box office when you arrive. Wheelchairs are permitted.
Are pets allowed?
We love fluffy animals, but unfortunately, no pets are allowed, other than service animals with proper documentation.
Is photography permitted?
Cameras are not permitted in the park during Music in the Park.
What does a VIP ticket get me?
A VIP ticket entitles you to enter a private area with special amenities, including stageside seating, an exclusive bar with premium wine and craft beer selection and upgraded bathrooms.
