Friend Fest returns on Saturday, Feb. 24 and Sunday, Feb. 25. Our 4th annual celebration of best friends, new friends, old friends, "we're just friends", "wanna be more than friends" and just friendship in general. Featuring over 275 of your favorite makers, artists, designers, and creative small businesses. Plus special Friend Fest event experiences [for friends + lovers + individuals + whatever]:
Y2K Glam Shot Photo Booth by @y2kglamshotz ($5 per person)
Keycap Making Workshop by TinyMakesThings ($5 per person)
DIY Friendship Bracelet Making Station (free while supplies last)
Love Letter Wall Activation (free while supplies last)
Located at South Hall (435 S. Market Street, San José, CA). Open from 11 am to 5 pm each day. Free admission. All ages. Indoor venue. Strict service animals only policy. Please wear a face mask while inside the venue.
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Door Giveaway
Exclusive Friend Fest 2024 Door Giveaways for the first 500 attendees each day. Giveaways will be announced on our Instagram the Monday before the event.
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Parking
For those driving to the event, we highly recommend using the ParkSJ website to find a nearby parking lot or parking garage. The nearest lots are:
While there is a lot on-site at South Hall, the lot will be almost–if not completely–full by the time the event begins, due to the vendors using this lot for their own parking.
On Sunday, most street parking in downtown San José is free all day. Please check the parking signs in the area in which you are parking before leaving your vehicle.