📍 CREATV - 38 S Second St, San Jose | ⏰ 6-9PM

Join us for the official premiere screening of the San Jose Day Documentary - “With Love, From San Jose”

This film chronicles the event's history since 2017, showcasing the team who created it and its impact on San Jose's arts and culture scene. Featured interviews with Executive Director Haley Cardamon, Mayor Matt Mahan, and several key leaders and community members offer an intimate look at the festival's evolution and importance.

WATCH DOCUMENTARY

📍 Various locations | ⏰ All Day

Ink up and show your love for San Jose on April 8 (408 day!)

For one day only, local tattoo shops and artists will be offering exclusive flash designs and special deals. Stay updated on participating tattoo shops and artists by following @sanjoseday.

Participating shops & artists:

• Always Create Tattoo Studio (@alwayscre8_ta2studio ) 

  • Artists: @k12tattoos @sliktattoos @tattoos_ch8 @tatsbytemo @cloudtinyart

• Black Suit Tattoo (@blacksuittattoo)

  • Artists: @durtybreed @sambrookins @amazing__dre @arekisur @eyor_thefrostbitten @abrahamortega

• Current Tattooing (@current_tattooing)

  • Artists: @1.800.TATLINE @casey._.walsh @cgoodmorning @dagonestattoo @tattoo.chavez @sphinxwcf @dumpytattoos

• Eleventh Dimension Tattoo Arts (@eleventhdimensiontattooarts)

  • Artists: @ronearhart @drock_solidroots @__johnnyray__ @amberjoytattoo

• The Holy Scythe Tattoo (@theholyscythetattoo)

  • Artists: @niall_keogh @trashsacks69 @mountains_of_flesh @smilingraytattoo

• Humble Beginnings Tattoo (@hbtat2)

  • Artists: @orlycukui @melchonattack @gonzoetattoos @laniiisworld @kimryxii @qu3chi_tatts @cuhja

• Reaper’s Cloak (@reaperscloaksj)

  • Artists: @stormthekastle @ziya.lan @corey.alexander_ @viper.nun

• Right on Time (@m_montoya)

• State Of Grace Tattoo (@stateofgracetattoo)

  • Artists: @alanpham @tylerharringtontattoos

• Xibalba Ink (@xibalba_ink_)

  • Artists: @artbyozzy @miafcknwallace @sj_garduno @oa_tattoos88

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 6 - 9 PM

 📍 CUKUI - 229 Jackson St, San Jose | ⏰ 6-9PM

Celebrate local talent at the opening of “Handled”  - an art show showcasing one-of-one tote bags featuring handmade and up-cycled designs.

Curated in collaboration with @j.duh & @cukui

RECAP HERE

📍 Empire Seven Studios - 525 N 7th St, San Jose | ⏰ 6-9PM

Celebrating Empire Seven Studio’s 17th anniversary, we’re kicking off the Pre-Party to San Jose Day with a local group show of 45+ artists, live music by Yeobo, tropical vinyl duo Ritmos Calientes spinnin’ records, and food and drinks!

This event is sponsored by Foxtale Fermentations, The Michelada Lady, and Jameson Orange.

RECAP HERE

Emma Prusch Farm Park | ⏰ 10AM-3PM

Join us for the ultimate San Jose Day celebration with music, food, and community vibes at Viva CalleSJ!

Enjoy over 150+ vendors, live music, performances, art, and more.

Open to all ages and pet friendly.