:CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK @christmasintheparkesj — SAN JOSE GUIDE 🎄 If you’re planning a holiday outing in the Bay Area, this is the spot you can’t miss. 📍 Location: Plaza de César Chávez, Downtown San Jose 🗓️ Dates: Nov 29 – Jan 1 ⏰ Hours: Usually evenings until 11PM (weeknights = way less crowded!) 💸 Cost: FREE — the entire walk-through event is community-run 🚗 Parking Tips: – Closest garages: Second & San Carlos, Convention Center, and Market & San Pedro – Expect crowds Fri–Sun — come early or go on a weekday What to See: – The giant walk-through Christmas tree you can actually go inside – Over 40+ animated displays (the melting snowman + Lima Train are classics!) – The enchanted forest of decorated trees from schools & local groups – Santa photos, food stalls, churros, hot cocoa, lights everywhere – Tons of photo spots for reels + TikTok 🎅 Pro Tip: Go right at sunset to catch golden hour AND the lights turning on — it’s the prettiest moment of the night ✨ Weekdays are peaceful… weekends get packed fast. Save this for your holiday plans ❤️🎄 Follow for more holiday content! #christmasinthepark #sanjose #bayarea