San José Winter Wonder Market
Visitors can browse and shop for holiday gifts from over 250 makers, artists, designers, bakers, culinary minds, and creative small businesses. The event includes an on-site Kitten Lounge hosted by Mini Cat Town, where guests can play with adoptable kittens. Venue concessions are available offering sandwiches, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks.
What to Expect
Holiday market featuring over 250 makers, designers, and creative small businesses.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown San José
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
San José Made
Food & Drink
Venue concessions offer sandwiches, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages; outside food and drinks are not allowed except unopened water bottles and empty canteens.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday gift shoppers and families
Vibe
Festive and creative
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission.
- Hours: Saturday and Sunday: 11 am to 6 pm.
- Parking: The page recommends using the ParkSJ website to find nearby parking. The nearest listed options are 2nd & San Carlos Parking Garage and Almaden & Woz Parking Lot. On Sunday, most downtown street parking is free all day, but visitors should check signs because some streets require permits. Accessibility parking is available at ParkSJ garages and lots, at the on-site lot surrounding South Hall, and at the Convention Center Parking Garage next to South Hall. A VTA Light Rail station is also near the venue.
- Accessibility: Accessible parking is available on-site, and visitors with accessibility needs may proceed directly to the front entrance even if there is a line.
- Pets: Only service animals are allowed inside the venue. The venue's security team may ask that other animals be removed.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve a Kitten Lounge session in advance because only a limited number of walk-in tickets are available for each time slot.
- Bring only an unopened bottle of water or an empty canteen if you want to bring a drink into the venue.
- Use ParkSJ to compare nearby garages and lots before driving, and read street signs because some downtown spaces require permits.
- Take VTA Light Rail to the station near the venue if you prefer not to drive.
- If visiting the Kitten Lounge with a child under 12, arrange tickets for both the child and accompanying adult.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission to the market.
- The Kitten Lounge requires a separate ticket for a designated time slot; advance reservations are recommended, with limited walk-ins.
- Children under 12 must enter the Kitten Lounge with an adult, and both need tickets.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I browse and shop for at the market?
More than 250 makers, artists, designers, bakers, culinary minds, and creative small businesses offer gifts and other goods.
Do I need to reserve a spot for the Kitten Lounge?
Advance reservations are recommended for a designated kitten-play session; a limited number of walk-in tickets are available for each session.
Can children visit the Kitten Lounge?
Children under 12 must enter with an adult, and both need tickets. Visitors must wear shoe covers and sign a liability waiver.
What food and drinks are available, and can I bring my own?
Concessions offer sandwiches, snacks, and non-alcoholic drinks. Outside food and beverages are not allowed, except unopened water bottles and empty canteens.
What are the parking and public transit options?
Nearby parking includes the 2nd & San Carlos Garage and Almaden & Woz Lot. A VTA Light Rail station is near the venue.
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