CityDance San José is an annual series of summer evenings featuring open-air dancing, socializing, musi,c and fun activities in the Circle of Palms in front of the San José Museum of Art. With professional dance instruction, live bands, DJs, and an outdoor cash bar, come and learn something new, tune your moves, or just show off dancing under the stars. 

CityDance San José is presented by the San José Office of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the San José Museum of Art, El Cafecito by Mezcal Restaurant, Valley Transportation Authority, with marketing support from the San José Downtown Association. CityDance and the Museum are open to the public and free—everyone is welcome! 

Join us this year for CityDance San José at the Circle of Palms once a month from 6–9PM:

CityDance San José: Juneteenth—African American Music and Dance
Thursday, June 19, 2025
6–9pm · Free

CityDance San José: Country Line Dancing
Thursday, July 17, 2025
6–9pm · Free

CityDance San José: Cumbia
Thursday, August 14, 2025
6–9pm · Free

CityDance San José: Salsa
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6–9pm · Free

Free Admission to the Museum

If your feet need a rest, take a break from dancing and visit the San José Museum of Art. Just a few steps away, visitors can explore all galleries and exhibitions. Museum entry is free and open to all ages from 4–9PM during these nights.

Getting Here

Plan ahead and take VTA to CityDance San José! If you plan to drive, visit www.parksj.org for information on downtown parking options. Participating ParkSJ locations offer 90 minutes of free parking.

CityDance San Jose is presented by the City of San José Office of Cultural Affairs, the San José Museum of Art, Valley Transportation Authority, and El Cafecito by Mezcal Restaurant, in partnership with the San José Downtown Association.