Broadway San Jose presents Shrek (December 17-22, 2024)
@broadwaysanjose_ is bringing Shrek to San Jose. Here is what to know:
📍Venue: San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, CA 95113
Remaining Shows: Shrek will be in town through December 22, 2024 - you will find both matinee and evening shows available.
FAMILY NIGHT was Wednesday evening. Ticket Holders for this show enjoyed FREE pre-show activities. Be sure to follow @broadwaysanjose_ to learn about future family-friendly special events!
Run time: 2 hours including one intermission
Age: recommended for ages 10+
Tickets: Tickets can be purchased through @ticketmaster
Thank you to Broadway San Jose who provided complimentary tickets to me.
#shrek #shrekthemusical #broadwaysanjose #broadwaysj #sanjosetheaters #downtownsanjose #sanjosedowntown #sjcpa #performingarts #musicaltheater #ogres #broadwaywithkids #broadwaytouring #broadwayshows #familynightbsj
FARM DISCOVERY (Watsonville)
Did you know that @farmdiscovery in Watsonville offers unique classes, camps and workshops throughout the year? We recently attended their annual holiday wreath making workshop where you get to make your own wreath using fresh tree cuttings and dried flowers.
What to know:
📍Located in Watsonville, California
🎟 Workshops are offered periodically (tickets online)
🐄 A self-guided farm tour is available (tickets online)
⛺️ Spring break & summer farm camps for kids
🍓 U-Pick Days (we love picking berries & tomatoes here when they are in season)
🥬 CSA Farm boxes also available
Follow @farmdiscovery to be the first know about upcoming events
#farmdiscovery #farmdiscoveryatliveearthfarm #liveearthfarm #watsonvillecalifornia #watsonvillefarm #farmcamp #kidsfarmcamp #csaboxes #wreathmaking #wreathmakingworkshop #farmtotable
CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK (San Jose)
This year, we got to experience a fun twist on @christmasintheparksj with a bike thru event! We spent the evening cycling around @historysanjose. This was a one-time event this season but be sure to follow them for future special events!
Two other ways to experience Christmas in the Park:
🚗 Drive Thru
📍History San Jose, 799 Phelan Avenue
🗓 November 21-December 31
As low as $25/car
🎄Downtown Park
📍Plaza de Cesar Chavez
🗓 November 29-January 1
Free entry
#christmasinthepark #sanjosechristmas #christmastraditions #christmastime #408christmas #sanjoseholidayevents #downtownsanjose #visitsanjose
❄️ ENCHANT SAN JOSE ❄️
@enchantsanjose is back for 2024 with their 'Kids Light Up the Night' initiative, and they will be giving away 10,000 free kids tickets spread over three nights!
How to book? You can claim up to two free kid tickets per order (first-come, first-serve on December 3rd, December 10th & December 11th), but each order must include at least one paid adult ticket. Visit https://www.enchantchristmas.com/kids-light-up-the-night/san-jose-paypal-park to place your order and the kids tickets should automatically show up as free when you go to checkout.
What to know about Enchant:
📍PayPal Park, 1123 Coleman Ave, San Jose, CA 95110
🗓 Open November 22 - December 29, 2024
🎟 Buy tickets online and you can buy add-on experiences and parking during checkout
Be sure to also check the Enchant for other theme nights like College Night, Country Christmas, Paws & Claus, Sensory-friendly Night, Ugly Christmas Sweater, Military Appreciation & more!
#enchantsanjose #enchant #enchantchristmas #christmastime #christmas #christmas2024 #christmasevents #christmassanjose #sanjoseevents #paypalpark #sanjosefamilyevents #sanjosekids #sanjosecalifornia
🎃 SOUTH BAY & BEYOND HALLOWEEN/FALL PLANNER
Pumpkin Patches:
🔸️@cosentinofamilyfarm (open now)
🔸️@patchen.farm (opens Sept 27)
🔸️@queenspumpkinpatch (opens Sept 27)
🔸️@thespinafarmspumpkinpatch (opens Sept 27)
🔸️@ljbfarms (opens Sept 28)
Festivals/Events:
🔸️@winchestermysteryhouse Unhinged: Hotel (Sept 13-Nov 2, ages 13+)
🔸️@cagreatamerica Tricks and Treats (Sept 20-Oct 26)
🔸️@gilroy_gardens The Great Big BOO! (Sept 27-Oct 27)
🔸️@legolanddiscoverycenterbayarea Brick-or-Treat: Monster Party (Sept 27-Oct 31)
🔸️@eatalysiliconvalley Succulent Pumpkins (Oct 3)
🔸️@almabonitalife Fall Paint Night (Oct 3)
🔸️@swankfarms Fall Festival (Oct 4-30)
🔸️@santanarow Glass Pumpkin Festival (Oct 4-6)
🔸️@santaclaracountyparks Fall Festival (Oct 5)
🔸️@roaringcamp Harvest Faire (Oct 5-6)
🔸️@dorcichfamilyvineyards Fall Festival (Oct 6)
🔸️@theameswellhotel Barks & Boos (Oct 13)
🔸️@gamblegarden Halloween Party (Oct 19)
🔸️@sjparksandrec Harvest Festival at Almaden Community Center (Oct 19)
🔸️@historysanjose Children's Halloween Haunt (Oct 26)
🔸️@royaltranchgilroy 3rd Annual Harvest Festival (Oct 26-27)
🔸️@thetechinteractive Tech or Treat (Oct 26-27)
🔸️@windsorfamilyfarm Fall Festival (Oct 26)
🔸️@cultivate_inthekitchen Halloween Treats (Oct 26)
🔸️@santanarow Trick-or-Treat The Row Halloween Family Festival (Oct 29)
🔸️@morganhillwinetrolley family-friendly Halloween Haunt Tour (Oct 30)
🔸️@downtownwillowglen Trick or Treat Along Lincoln Avenue (Oct 31, 11am & 3pm)
🔸️@patchen.farm Harvest Nights (Sats in October)
Have another South Bay Fall Favorite? Share it in the comments below.
#fallplanner #sanjoseca #sanjoseparents #sanjosekids #fallfestivities #harvestfestival #pumpkinpatch #spinafarms #queenspumpkinpatch #cgatricksandtreats #santanarow #sanjosefallplanner #408kids #408families
CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM (San Jose)
📍180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110
🎟 Ticket Prices:
Adults (18-59 years) – $18
Child (1-17 years) – $18
Senior (60+ years) – $16
Infant (under 1 year) – Free
Special exhibits:
🇯🇵 Hello from Japan (currently open)
🦖 Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice (starts September 21)
What you can do at the @purplemuseum
🔹️Amazing AirMaze
🔹️Bill's Backyard (outdoor space)
🔹️The LeRoy Neiman Art Studio
🔹️Exploration Portal (outdoor space)
🔹️Imagination Playground (indoor)
🔹️Mammoth Discovery
🔹️Rainbow Market
🔹️Water Ways
and more!
What to bring:
👕 Towel and/or change of clothes for younger kids in the water play area
🌞 Sunscreen/hat for the outdoor space
Have a question about visiting the museum? Ask below!
#childrensdiscoverymuseum #cdmsj #purplemuseum #kidsmuseum #childrensmuseum #sanjosemuseums #southbaymuseums #californiamuseums #downtownsanjose
FUNBOX (Pleasanton, California)
Did you know the world's biggest bounce park is currently in Pleasanton? You can enjoy 25,000 square feet of inflatable slides, walls to climb and a thrilling obstacle course suitable for the whole family at @funbox!
📍Stoneridge Shopping Center, 1 Stoneridge Mall Road, Pleasanton, CA 94588
🎟 Tickets: buy online starting at $28 (or $19 for the grand opening special) which includes entry and approximately 75-80 minutes of play time. Entrance fee is required for all guests 2 & up.
🍧 VIP: check out the VIP deal which includes extended jump time (2 hours) plus socks & a snow cone!
🔅 Seniors 65 & up are only $9.50!
🎁 You can book a Funbox Birthday Party - inquire for details & pricing.
#funbox #funboxpleasanton #worldsbiggestbouncepark #funforallages #bouncyhouse #bouncyslide #obstaclecourse #funforkids #eastbaykids #pleasantonca