South First Friday ArtWalk
July 3 at 5:40pm
South First Fridays turns the SoFA District into an open-air jazz club. Catch high school prodigies and touring pros like saxophonist Howard Wiley, then join the all-ages jam session under the stars.
Cozy Bar
Cozy BarSan José Jazz
SoFA
An intimate jazz hideaway where the music flows freely with no stage barrier between you and the artists. Sink into cozy loveseats, sip drinks at high-top tables, and mingle with performers after the set.
intimate jazz club
cozy seating
meet the artists
local music scene
Tips
💺"Lovely, intimate environment" — arrive early for best seats
🎷"Beautiful & intimate venue" — mingle with artists after shows
⏰come early for cozy loveseats or high stools
Upcoming at San José Jazz
Friday, Jul 3
SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam Ft. Giulio Xavier
July 3 at 5:40pm
Catch rising stars and jump into the jam yourself at this monthly First Friday hang. The SJZ Break Room keeps it cozy, with young talent, guest artists, and an open jam session that welcomes all players.
SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam featuring Karl Perazzo
July 3 at 7pm
Santana's eight-time Grammy-winning timbalero Karl Perazzo brings his rapid-fire timbale work to a free, all-ages jazz jam in the heart of the SoFA District. The evening kicks off with the SJZ U19s and Michael Webster Quartet before Perazzo takes the floor for two hours of Latin grooves and open jam magic.
San José Jazz
SoFA
Cozy BarCozy BarAn intimate jazz hideaway where the music flows freely with no stage barrier between you and the artists. Sink into cozy loveseats, sip drinks at high-top tables, and mingle with performers after the set.
intimate jazz club
cozy seating
meet the artists
local music scene
Tips
💺"Lovely, intimate environment" — arrive early for best seats
🎷"Beautiful & intimate venue" — mingle with artists after shows
⏰come early for cozy loveseats or high stools
Upcoming at San José Jazz
Friday, Jul 3
South First Friday ArtWalk
July 3 at 5:40pm
South First Fridays turns the SoFA District into an open-air jazz club. Catch high school prodigies and touring pros like saxophonist Howard Wiley, then join the all-ages jam session under the stars.
SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam Ft. Giulio Xavier
July 3 at 5:40pm
Catch rising stars and jump into the jam yourself at this monthly First Friday hang. The SJZ Break Room keeps it cozy, with young talent, guest artists, and an open jam session that welcomes all players.
SJZ Break Room Jazz Jam featuring Karl Perazzo
July 3 at 7pm
Santana's eight-time Grammy-winning timbalero Karl Perazzo brings his rapid-fire timbale work to a free, all-ages jazz jam in the heart of the SoFA District. The evening kicks off with the SJZ U19s and Michael Webster Quartet before Perazzo takes the floor for two hours of Latin grooves and open jam magic.