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40th San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
June 17, 2023 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm at Plaza de Cesar Chavez
About the Event
Silicon Valley’s longest running music festival returns to downtown San Jose’s Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Saturday, June 17th from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with award-winning talent to celebrate its 40th year. San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival features 8 bands on 2 stages.
In addition to world-class blues, gospel, soul, R&B and rock music, there will be over 40 varieties of regional craft beers, ciders, and wine, plus the best in local barbecue, New Orleans and other southern-style foods, an artist vendor zone, and interactive family-friendly activities area.
San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival, supported in part by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San José and produced by The Fountain Blues Foundation.
Main stage artists will include:
Devon Allman Project featuring Larry McCray & Jimmy Hall “Wet Willie”
“In the Spirit of the Allman Brothers”
Chris Cain Band
Diunna Greenleaf & Blue Mercy
Andre Thierry & His Accordion Soul Music
In addition to the main stage artists, the Poor House Bistro Stage will feature bands you know and love.
Advance General admission tickets are $25, VIP tickets, $85 each, includes a seat in a shaded area adjacent to the stage, access to flushable toilet and private bar, plus 2 drink vouchers and a 40th San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival T-Shirt!
There’s VTA light rail stations nearby and free bike valet 11 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. near the main entrance, courtesy of Silicon Valley Bike Coalition. Nearby parking options can be found at: parksj.org.
What You Need to Know
- Gates open at 11 AM.
- All ticket holders will need to get their tickets scanned to obtain a wristband and have bags checked by security before entering the festival.
- There will be “in and out” privileges. All bags will be rechecked upon reentering.
- No pets, weapons and sharp objects allowed per City of San José ordinances.
- Service dogs with proper identification permitted.
- Picnic-style games and cool fountain for families to enjoy. Children 12 and under are free with paid adult.
- Only low back, beach style chairs will be allowed.
Details
Date:
June 17, 2023
Time:
11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Purchase Tickets
About the Venue
Plaza de Cesar Chavez
Plaza de Cesar Chavez is situated on over two acres in Downtown San Jose. It is a popular place to hang out as it is located near museums such as The Tech Interactive and the illustrious San Jose Museum of Art. The park regularly attracts visitors with its musical performances and festivals. A stroll through the park is complemented by beautiful water fountains, flower beds, and even an open-air theater. If you are planning to visit the nearby museums, be sure to set aside time to explore this lovely park area. You might even catch a popular food festival or unique performance.
Quick Link: Plaza de Cesar Chavez
Fountain Blues Foundation
The Fountain Blues Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is organized to preserve and promote the indigenous American music known as the blues, and related genres like rock 'n' roll and R&B. Activities take a variety of forms, including live performances, broadcasts, lectures, and community education, culminating in the longest-running blues festival in Northern California: the San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival and live music events throughout the year.
New This Year: Follow the Music
We are thrilled to announce an exciting collaboration between Fountain Blues Foundation and Follow the Music, a pioneering music education and emerging artists program. Follow the Music, spearheaded by a passionate group who recognize the profound impact of music, boasts honorary guests such as 49er legend and NFL Hall-of-Famer Ronnie Lott, alongside Oakland music icon and Elevate Oakland co-founder Sheila E.
This innovative program, developed in partnership with Elevate Oakland and key stakeholders in arts, entertainment, media, and sports, serves as the gateway into the vibrant South Bay community. By joining forces with Follow the Music, Fountain Blues Foundation aims to enrich the lives of young people by bringing the transformative power of music directly into their lives. Together, we envision a future where music becomes a catalyst for inspiration, creativity, and community engagement, and we invite you to be a part of this impactful journey.