41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
LIMITED TIME: 2 Tix for $40 – 10% Off Drink Tickets!
41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Blues Festival
The 41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival returns to downtown San Jose’s Plaza de Cesar Chavez, Saturday, June 15th from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., featuring non-stop, award-winning national and regional talent - alternating for nine hours on two stages. In addition to world-class blues, gospel, jazz, swing, soul, R&B, Zydeco and rock bands, the longest running blues festival in Northern California never disappoints with a village-like atmosphere - featuring artist vendor booths; family-friendly lawn games near the beloved Plaza de Cesar Chavez fountain; a craft beer garden to sample of the best in regional craft beers; plus, local ciders, wine, and Southern-focused cuisine.
Schedule of Bands
11:15 - 11:55 am: Jefe Meduri Famiglia Band (Poor House Bistro Stage)
12:00 - 1:15 pm: Terrie Odabi (Main Stage)
1:15 - 1:55 pm: Miles Turk Band (Poor House Bistro Stage)
2:00 - 3:30 pm: John Németh & The Blues Dreamers (Main Stage)
3:30 - 4:10 pm: M’Sippi Slide (Poor House Bistro Stage)
4:15 - 5:45 pm: Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen (Main Stage)
5:45 - 6:25 pm: Anthony Arya Band (Poor House Bistro Stage)
6:30 - 8:00 pm: Delgado Brothers with Special Guest Chris Cain (Main Stage)
We’re thrilled to feature a fantastic lineup of breweries at this year's festival:
21st Amendment, Almanac Beer Co, Altamont Beer Works, Anderson Valley Brewing Company, Barebottle Brewing Company, Del Cielo Brewing Co., Drake's Brewing Co., East Brother Beer Company, Farmers Brewing Co., Fort Point Beer Company, Fox Tale Fermentation Project, Golden State Cider, Gordon Biersch Brew Co., HenHouse Brewing Company, Iron Ox Brewing Company, Lost Coast Brewery, Narrative Fermentations, North Coast Brewing Company, Seismic Brewing Company, Sincere Cider, Sonoma Springs Brewing Company, and Stone Brewing.
Parking
There are five ParkSJ garages near the festival. 90 Minutes of FREE. The max charged at the following garages is $10 for Saturday.
- Market & San Pedro Square
- Second & San Carlos
- Third Street
- Fourth Street
- Third & Santa Clara (The Globe)
Light Rail or Buses: Skip the hassle of parking – ride VTA Bus Line 522, 523, 66, 68, or VTA Green & Blue Line to San Antionio Station
Drinks
- Craft Beer (Taste): 2 Tickets
- Craft Beer (Full Pour): 4 Tickets
- Domestic Beer: 3 Tickets
- Wine: 5 Tickets
- Soda: 2 Tickets
- Water: 1 Ticket
Food Offerings
- Made Out of Dough, desserts
- Poor House Bistro, Cajun
- Fruitisima, Columbian
- Fire & Slice, pizza
- 3 Hermanos, Mexican
- Lyle Dragon, kettle korn
- Respectable Bird, chicken
- El Bombero, Mexican
- Thai Stick, Asian
- Cousins Lobster, seafood
Donation Drawing: There will be a drawing for a Fender, Stratocaster guitar provided by Guitar Showcase and autographed by all of today’s artists. $5 for 1 Ticket $20 for 5 Tickets. Ticket to merchandise could be purchased at the Fountain Blues Foundation booth near the stage.
What You Need to Know
- Gates open at 11 AM.
- All ticket holders will need to obtain a wristband and have bags checked by security before entering the festival.
- There will be “in and out” privileges with an event wristband. All bags will be rechecked upon reentering.
- Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult.
- There is no reserved seating, including in the VIP area.
- Sealed packaged food and sealed plastic bottles are allowed.
- No hard-sided coolers.
- No pets, weapons and sharp objects allowed per City of San José ordinances. "Service Dogs" are permitted with proof of certification.
- Service dogs with proper identification permitted.
- Low-back folding chairs and blankets are allowed. Low back lawn chairs typically have a back height ranging from 20 to 28 inches.
- No unauthorized vendors permitted.
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.
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.
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Rising Star Wanted!
The Fountain Blues Foundation in partnership with Follow the Music is looking for a rising star to feature at the 41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival on June 15. The longest running blues festival in Northern California, Fountain Blues & Brews features non-stop, award-winning national and regional talent - alternating for nine hours on two stages. And YOU could be in the line up!
Exceptional Americana / roots / blues bands in their teens or twenties, who are ready to play a bigger stage, can send video links of live performances via the Submit Link below. Only one band will be chosen to play so send in your best stuff! Deadline to apply is May 15, 2024.
Tickets
Advance Ticket Prices: General Admission $25 VIP $85
Day of: General Admission $30 VIP $100
VIP tickets provide a seat in a shaded section located near the stage, along with exclusive access to a private bar and flushable toilets. Additionally, the package comes with two drink vouchers and a commemorative 41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival t-shirt.
Drink Tickets
Save $2 on a 10-drink ticket package: $18 in advance, $20 day of.
LIMITED TIME: 2 Tix for $40 – 10% Off Drink Tickets!
Sponsorship
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Vendor Inquiries
Download our 41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival Vendor Application for food, business and artisan booths.
Festival Main Stage Lineup
Propelled by their 2016 International Blues Competition win in Memphis, Tennessee, driven by fierce independence, unified by family and fortified by the brotherhood of music, the Delgado Brothers deliver the musical goods;…
Jon Cleary, a London-born musician, defies expectations as a New Orleans piano maestro. A multi-instrumentalist, singer, and songwriter, Cleary’s musical journey began at the tender age of 5 with the…
John Németh‘s musical journey began in the muddy potato fields of Idaho in the early ’90s, where he initially found solace in the hard-edged sounds of hip-hop and rock. However,…
It has been proclaimed that Terrie Odabi is nothing short of West Coast Blues Royalty. It has been written that she is “easily the most dynamic blues and soul woman to…
Poor House Bistro Stage Lineup
Poor House Bistro Stage: Anthony Arya is an Americana rock performing & recording artist from the San Francisco Bay Area, California. Anthony started out in Santa Cruz gaining a large…
Poor House Bistro Stage: Experience the revival of classic R&B with M’sippi Slide at the San Jose Fountain Blues and Brews Festival! Led by the powerhouse vocals of Lijah Raoof,…
Poor House Bistro Stage: Come check out some of the top young musicians in the Bay Area: the Miles Turk Band. Rising jazz musician and band leader Miles Turk began…
Poor House Bistro Stage: Jeff Meduri has been holding down a weekly performance at the Poor House Bistro for over 10 years playing a variety of Blues, Funk, Rock &…
About San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
Craft Beers, Wines, Ciders & Food.
Alongside top-notch blues performances, there will be an array of more than 20 breweries showcasing their craft beers, wines, and ciders. Plus the best in local barbecue, New Orleans and other southern-style foods, an artist vendor zone, and interactive family-friendly activities area.
Great Food
Don't miss out on these amazing food vendors at the San Jose Blues Festival! Mark your calendars and get ready for a delightful culinary experience mixed with the best of the blues.
Volunteer Inquiries
We are always seeking volunteers. If you’d like to help with the festival, or any of the other events we produce throughout the year, please email dvhuber@earthlink.net
City of San José support
San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival is supported in part by a Cultural Affairs grant from the City of San José and produced by the Fountain Blues Foundation.
Tickets
Advance general admission tickets are $25
VIP seats are $85. VIP tickets provide a seat in a shaded section located near the stage, along with exclusive access to a private bar and flushable toilets. Additionally, the package comes with two drink vouchers and a commemorative 41st San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival t-shirt.
Parking
Light Rail or Buses
Bicycles
We are bicycle-friendly festival. There will be a bike parking coral near the entrance.
What You Need to Know
- Gates open at 11 AM.
- All ticket holders will need to obtain a wristband and have bags checked by security before entering the festival.
- There will be “in and out” privileges with an event wristband. All bags will be rechecked upon reentering.
- Children 12 and under are free with a paid adult.
- There is no reserved seating, including in the VIP area.
- Sealed packaged food and sealed plastic bottles are allowed.
- No hard-sided coolers.
- No pets, weapons and sharp objects allowed per City of San José ordinances. "Service Dogs" are permitted with proof of certification.
- Service dogs with proper identification permitted.
- Low-back folding chairs and blankets are allowed. Low back lawn chairs typically have a back height ranging from 20 to 28 inches.
- No unauthorized vendors permitted.
- VIP ticket holders will enjoy the comfort of shaded seating with padded folding chairs, courtesy of the festival.
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