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Things to Do in San Jose for Thanksgiving 2026: Turkey Trot, Downtown Ice and Christmas in the Park
From the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning to Christmas in the Park, Downtown Ice and San Jose Holiday Lights, here is a resident-level guide to Thanksgiving week in San Jose, with dates checked against official event pages.
Things to Do in San Jose This Weekend: Halloween & Día de los Muertos Events Oct 30-Nov 1, 2026
It’s Halloween and Día de los Muertos weekend in Silicon Valley! From trick-or-treating in Willow Glen, Japantown, Saratoga and Morgan Hill to Día de los Muertos at History Park, Mexican Heritage Plaza and Santana Row, Bluey’s Big Play and downtown costume parties, here are 40 things to do in San Jose and the South Bay Area this weekend, Oct 30-Nov 1, 2026.
Best Neighborhoods for Trick-or-Treating in the South Bay Area (2026 Guide)
The best neighborhoods for trick-or-treating in the South Bay Area are Willow Glen in San Jose, Almond Grove in Los Gatos, and the Cambrian Park, Rose Garden and Almaden Valley areas of San Jose. Below is a ranked, local guide to where South Bay families actually go, what makes each area work, and how to plan your night, including this year's confirmed events.
Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Condo in San Jose? What the 10% Price Dip Means for First-Time Buyers (October 2026)
Condo prices in San Jose are down about 10.5% from a year ago, and inventory is up. For many first-time buyers, this is the best combination in years: lower prices, more choice and more negotiating power. This guide breaks down what the price dip means, what to check before you buy and how to make the numbers work.
Things to Do in San Jose This Weekend: Silicon Valley Events Oct 23-25, 2026
Halloween season is in full swing across Silicon Valley! From free family festivals in Mountain View, Santa Clara and downtown San Jose to a zombie crawl in Campbell, a Sunnyvale pet parade, Disney On Ice and a spooky Symphony San Jose concert, here are 24 things to do in San Jose and the South Bay Area this weekend, Oct 23-25, 2026.
Best Halloween Bars San Jose 2026: Bar Crawls, Pop-Up Bars & 21+ Costume Parties in the South Bay
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and I rounded up the best 21+ Halloween bars, pop-ups, bar crawls and costume parties in San Jose and the South Bay for Oct. 17-31, 2026, with verified dates, prices and age rules, plus tips for getting home safely.
Silicon Valley Halloween Events 2026: Best Family-Friendly Trick-or-Treat & Fall Fun
Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and Santa Clara County is packed with kid-friendly fun. Here’s my date-by-date guide to the best family Halloween events in San Jose and the South Bay, from toddler trick-or-treats to big-kid festivals.
Prop 37 California 2026: What Props 1, 37 and 45 Mean for South Bay Homebuyers
Props 1, 37 and 45 are on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Here’s what each one could mean for South Bay homebuyers, including how Prop 37’s proposed 17% new-home loan would work.
New Restaurants in San Jose and the South Bay This Fall (2026): Spark Social, Valley Fair and What’s Coming Next
From the new Spark Social food truck park to the restaurants coming soon to Valley Fair, the South Bay food scene is buzzing this fall. Here are the new spots worth checking out and what's opening next.
Things to Do in San Jose This Weekend: Silicon Valley Events Oct 16-18, 2026
Planning your weekend in the South Bay? Here are the best things to do in San Jose and across Santa Clara County, Oct 16-18, 2026, from Campbell Oktoberfest and the Cupertino Diwali Festival to RUSH at SAP Center and the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival.
Mortgage Rates Hit 7.5%: What It Means for South Bay Homebuyers
Mortgage rates just hit 7.5%, their highest level since November 2023. Here's what that means for your monthly payment as a South Bay Area buyer, plus smart strategies for buying in today's market.
San Jose Diwali Carnival 2026: A Guide to Downtown’s First Festival of Lights
Downtown San Jose lights up on Saturday, October 24 for the free San Jose Diwali Carnival at Plaza de César Chávez. Here's everything you need to know, from food and performances to the Ravan Dehan ceremony, light rail, and parking tips.
San Jose Real Estate Market Report – September 2026
Fall is here, and San Jose's housing market is steady and busy. The typical San Jose house sold for $1,568,888 in September, 367 homes sold, and condo prices rose 4.1%. Get the latest prices, sales, and days on market, plus what it means for you.
How Much Has The South Bay Real Estate Market Changed Since 2021?
If you bought your South Bay home in 2021 or 2022, the market has shifted a lot since then, and single-family homes and condos have not appreciated the same way. Here’s why comparing today's market to the 2021–2022 "unicorn years" isn't a fair read, and covers what it actually takes to price a home correctly in 2026.
25+ Best Fall Activities in the South Bay Area (2026 Guide)
Discover the best fall activities in the South Bay Area from Santa Clara Valley pumpkin patches to Los Gatos wine walks. Your complete 2026 guide to autumn in San Jose, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Campbell & beyond.
Best Pumpkin Patches in the Bay Area
Fall is here! Here's my guide to the best pumpkin patches around the Bay Area in 2026, from San Francisco to San Jose to the coast with dates, hours, and everything you need to plan your trip.
San Jose Real Estate Market Report – August 2026
San Jose, CA real estate market update for August 2026: median home price $1,575,000 (down 5.7%), 24 days on market. Full Santa Clara County data & trends.
Your Guide to the NorCal Renaissance Faire
Planning a trip from San Jose? Get 2026 NorCal Renaissance Faire dates, ticket prices, directions from the South Bay, and tips for first-time visitors.
Living in Downtown San Jose: The Real Pros and Cons (2026 Buyer's Guide)
Downtown San Jose is walkable, transit-connected, and more affordable than most of Silicon Valley, but it's not without trade-offs. Here's an honest look at what it's really like to live downtown, from someone who helps buyers navigate it every day.
San Jose Real Estate Market Report – July 2026
San Jose's market flipped its own script in July, single-family homes have cooled off while condos heated up on the surface. Here's what's actually happening in each segment.