Savvy SAN JOSE (South Bay / Peninsula)
SFJAZZ Summerfest: Free
SFJAZZ Summerfest 2012 features dozens of free outdoor concerts from June through October. The concerts showcase local musicians and a range of musical styles, from straight-ahead jazz, to Latin rhythms, swing, blues, and vocals. WHAT: SFJAZZ Summerfest concerts are free. WHEN/WHERE: June through October, various times and two … [Read more...]
Gilroy Garlic Festival: Discount Tickets
The 34th annual Gilroy Garlic Festival (July 27, 28, and 29, 2012) is a popular South Bay tradition billed as the "Ultimate Summer Food Fair" -- three days of incredible food, beverages, arts & crafts, and live entertainment. You can save $2 off the gate price when you buy tickets in advance, either online or at one of the markets listed … [Read more...]
San Mateo County Fair – Discounts
The San Mateo County Fair (June 9 - 17, 2012) usually offers a few ways to get discounts on tickets, starting with presale ticket prices. Some Fair deals have also been offered via Costco and AAA. I'll post the 2011 deals here as soon as they become available. San Mateo County Fair concerts are free with Fair admission. "The 2012 Fair will … [Read more...]
Music On The Square, Redwood City: Free
Music on the Square, in Redwood City posted their fun summer line-up of cover bands for summer 2012. The concerts take place at the Courthouse Square on Friday nights (June 1 - October, 2012). Some of them take place at the same time as Art On The Square, a series of juried outdoor art shows on the streets surrounding Courthouse Square in downtown … [Read more...]
Movies on the Square, Redwood City – Free
Redwood City Movies on the Square are free on Thursday nights all summer long (June 7 - August 30, 2012) at the Courthouse Square in Redwood City. RWC shows 22 movies on a 25 foot inflatable screen, starting at sundown on Thursday evenings. The movie line-up is always family friendly and fun. Only a limited number of chairs and tables … [Read more...]
San Carlos Summer Concerts: Free
The San Carlos Summer Concerts at Burton Park will take place on Friday evenings (July 6 - August 17, 2012) presented by San Carlos Parks & Recreation. The concerts are free and a great way to spend an easy evening with friends and family in a beautiful outdoor setting. Pack a picnic and enjoy the fun. WHAT: 2012 San Carlos Summer … [Read more...]
San Mateo Central Park Music Series: Free
The 2012 Central Park Music Series offers free live music on Thursday nights in the summer (June 21 - August 9, 2012). The City of San Mateo calls this their signature summer event. The events are a great opportunity to socialize with friends, kick up your heals on the dance floor, or just get the family out for good time without blowing the … [Read more...]
Target Summer Pops Concerts, San Jose: Free
Symphony Silicon Valley's free outdoor summer concerts take place on the grassy mall at San Jose State University in San Jose (July 28 - August 5, 2012). The concerts are sponsored by Target. Pack a picnic basket and a blanket and sit on the University lawn. Enjoy free ice cream before the Sunday performances (come early). "Warm summer … [Read more...]
Music in the Park, Redwood City: Free
Bay Area summers wouldn't be the same without music in the park, and RWC is no exception. The Redwood City Music in the Park features free outdoor concerts all summer long (June 20 - August 15, 2012). From pop to funk to blues and even swing, the 2012 RWC Music In The Park line-up has something for all music tastes. Bring your toe-tappers or just … [Read more...]
Art On The Square, Redwood City: Free
Redwood City's Art on the Square 2012, a series of juried outdoor art shows on the streets near the Courthouse Square downtown, takes place monthly all summer long (June 15 - September, 2012). The shows feature fine art and craft in various media, and some of it is actually affordable. These events turn the streets of Redwood City into an outdoor … [Read more...]
Gilroy Gardens: Discount Tickets 50% Off
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park is open for the 2012 season. And if you act fast you can scoop up one of the current daily deals offering nearly half off admission tickets. You can also usually get coupons for Gilroy Gardens. We'll keep you posted. Gilroy Gardens is a unique theme park featuring more than 40 family rides, attractions, and … [Read more...]
San Jose Jazz Wednesdays: Free
Here's a fun movie alternative for Wednesday nights in the South Bay. Throughout the year each Wednesday night, San Jose Jazz is happening FREE in several city venues. Check it out. "If it's Wednesday, it's jazz! Starting this month and throughout the year, you should know that if it's Wednesday, there's jazz playing in downtown San Jose. Working … [Read more...]
