Price$$
NeighborhoodDowntown
HoursTue 17:00-00:00, Wed-Sat 17:00-02:00, Sun 12:00-00:00.
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Tip: Arrive early on weekends to claim your favorite cabinet; Sunday noon opening is family-friendly until the evening crowd arrives.

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Address: 52 E Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113

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Splash Video Dance Bar ★ 3.9

$$ DowntownMon-Thu 17:00-01:30, Fri-Sat 16:00-01:45, Sun 16:00-01:30.

Splash is San Jose's top LGBTQ dance club with two levels of dancing, 20-plus video screens, rooftop patio, and electrifying drag shows every week.

TipMonday Power Hour has $1 drinks; Drag Bingo on Monday nights draws a lively mixed crowd.

NOVA ★ 3.7

$$$ DowntownThu-Sat 19:00-01:30.

NOVA is a polished upscale nightclub in downtown San Jose, pairing modern cuisine and specialty cocktails with DJ sets that run from hip hop to pop.

TipBottle service and VIP sections available; reserve a table in advance for weekend nights.

Selva ★ 4.0

$$$ DowntownThu-Fri 17:00-02:00, Sat 19:00-02:00.

Selva is an immersive jungle-themed tequila lounge in downtown San Jose that transitions from tranquil cocktail bar to full dance night with live DJs.

TipComplimentary chicharrones arrive with your drinks; the jungle decor and disco ball ceiling make it one of DTSJ's most photogenic spots.

The Caravan Lounge ★ 3.8

$ DowntownDaily 14:00-01:30.

The Caravan Lounge is one of San Jose's oldest dive bars with free live music on Friday and Saturday nights, open 365 days a year with no cover.

TipFree live music Fri-Sat draws punk and indie acts; Sunday open mic is a local institution. Pool table in back.

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The Ritz ★ 4.1

$$ Sofa DistrictTue-Sat 20:00-02:00.

The Ritz is San Jose's premier nightclub in the SoFA District, hosting live bands, DJ nights, and themed dance parties for crowds up to 500.

TipThemed nights like emo ragers and throwback parties sell out fast; check the calendar before arriving.

Splash Video Dance Bar ★ 3.9

$$ DowntownMon-Thu 17:00-01:30, Fri-Sat 16:00-01:45, Sun 16:00-01:30.

Splash is San Jose's top LGBTQ dance club with two levels of dancing, 20-plus video screens, rooftop patio, and electrifying drag shows every week.

TipMonday Power Hour has $1 drinks; Drag Bingo on Monday nights draws a lively mixed crowd.

NOVA ★ 3.7

$$$ DowntownThu-Sat 19:00-01:30.

NOVA is a polished upscale nightclub in downtown San Jose, pairing modern cuisine and specialty cocktails with DJ sets that run from hip hop to pop.

TipBottle service and VIP sections available; reserve a table in advance for weekend nights.

Selva ★ 4.0

$$$ DowntownThu-Fri 17:00-02:00, Sat 19:00-02:00.

Selva is an immersive jungle-themed tequila lounge in downtown San Jose that transitions from tranquil cocktail bar to full dance night with live DJs.

TipComplimentary chicharrones arrive with your drinks; the jungle decor and disco ball ceiling make it one of DTSJ's most photogenic spots.

The Caravan Lounge ★ 3.8

$ DowntownDaily 14:00-01:30.

The Caravan Lounge is one of San Jose's oldest dive bars with free live music on Friday and Saturday nights, open 365 days a year with no cover.

TipFree live music Fri-Sat draws punk and indie acts; Sunday open mic is a local institution. Pool table in back.

SJZ Break Room ★ 4.3

$ Sofa DistrictFri-Sun 18:00-23:00.

SJZ Break Room is San Jose Jazz's intimate 100-seat all-ages venue in the SoFA District with every seat within 30 feet of live jazz performers.

TipFirst 90 minutes are free; $10 max after 6pm. Performances often stream live on the massive window projection behind the stage.

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