San Jose Kicks Off Opening Night Tonight at SAP Center in Advance of Big Game; New Destination Video Available

PR Newswire, SAN JOSÉ California, February 1, 2016
New video footage from San José, California, showcasing the capital of Silicon Valley, is now available as the city kicks off activities in advance of the “Big Game” at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016. In addition to being the official host site of tonight’s Super Bowl Opening Night Fueled by Gatorade on Monday, Feb. 1, 2016, San José will offer events and activities for football fans of all ages including:

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It’s Happening! Winter at Plaza de Cesar Chavez (Cafe/beer garden open noon to 10:00 p.m. daily, now through Sunday, Feb. 7 at 194 S. Market St.) This historic park in the center of Downtown San José will feature an outdoor cafe and beer garden, an Information Center, a mini-football field, and informal games for all ages. It’s a special place to touch down and hang out with other fans--locals and visitors alike. Evening features illuminated artwork and live music.

#SuperBowlCity San José, CA fan events for Big Game week #SB50 via @TeamSanJose and @SanJoseInfo #DTSJ #IKnowTheWay

Super San Pedro Square (N. San Pedro St.) daily now through Sunday, Feb. 7 One of downtown’s most happening streets transforms into a football hub with games, chalk art and a street fair featuring local artisans--all this in a neighborhood featuring hundreds of taps with craft brews, a diversity of restaurants, and a large public market. There’s everything from white table cloth dining to great options for the kids. On Saturday, Jan. 30 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., SJMADE hosts San José’s first Screen Print Showdown where local print houses compete in friendly screen-printing competitions based on designs from a public design contest. Sunday, Jan. 31 The Super Maker Market at San Pedro Square will feature novelty items by local artisans. www.sanpedrosquare.com

SoFA’s Winter Market (7:00 to 11:00 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5 and noon to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6 in SoFA District) Artists, craft retailers, live music, DIY activities and art exhibitions will entertain visitors and residents in the downtown arts district. Visitors can tour local galleries, museums, and creative businesses and the outdoor Winter Market on South First Street, featuring arts vendors, stages and music. southfirstfridays.com

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Contacts
Kyle Schatzel, Public Relations Specialist, Team San José
(408) 792-4119, [email protected]

Lenka Wright, Assistant Director of Communications, City of San José
(408) 535-8113, [email protected]