Hours and Admissions

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    Hours

    Museum + STORE

    Thursday: 4–9pm
    Friday: 11am–9pm
    Saturday–Sunday: 11am–6pm

    Museum Café

    Thursday: 4–9pm 
    Friday: 11am–9pm
    Saturday–Sunday: 11am–3pm

    After-hours

    SJMA's after-hours programs provide unique opportunities to engage with art, explore culture, and create connections with the community.

    First Fridays

    Art lovers at these FREE monthly programs enjoy a lounge-like atmosphere with music, late-night bites and drinks at El Cafecito by Mezcal, shopping, and open galleries. Free admission after 6pm!

    ADMISSIONs

    Tickets

    • Adult, $20
    • Senior 65 and over, $15

    Visit the specials page for offers and discounts

    FREE INDIVIDUAL TICKETS

    • Youth 17 and under
    • College student + teacher with ID

    Bringing a group of 10 or more?
    Book a private group visit | Book a college group visit 

    FREE UNLIMITED TICKETS 

    • Museum members

    Our members receive FREE unlimited entry for a year, plus much more—Join us today!

    Order tickets

    Holidays and Events

    SJMA is closed for select events and holidays:

    • Christmas Eve: Tuesday, December 24, closed
    • Christmas: Wednesday, December 25, closed
    • New Year’s Eve: Tuesday, December 31, closed
    • New Year’s Day: Wednesday, January 1, 2025, closed

    Group Visits

    SJMA is pleased to offer free individual admission for youth 17 years and under, college students, and teachers with valid ID.

    Any group of 10 or more is considered a group tour. Private, youth, adult, and college group tours must be booked in advance. Drop-in groups may be asked to visit at another time due to Museum security and capacity policies. Guided group visits can be arranged from Tuesday–Sunday. For questions regarding our group tour policy please visit sjmusart.org/education or contact our group tour and family programs manager at education@sjmusart.org

    Photo Policy 

    San José Museum of Art (SJMA) may photograph, film, or videotape visitors for educational and promotional purposes. By visiting SJMA, you consent to the use of your likeness, voice, or video image for these purposes.