Get ready for a solid weekend in San Jose! We've got some fun storytimes lined up for the little ones on Saturday, plus you can catch a couple of theatre options running through Sunday. Since we are at the end of February, check out what's happening before March arrives!
See our top picks
Reading To Children
Joyce Ellington Library
A free, engaging reading session for young kids Saturday morning.
Toddler Storytime - Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
A great structured indoor activity perfect for the littlest museum-goers.
Reading To Children
Joyce Ellington Library
Specifically targets ages 0-5 with interactive reading and finger plays.
· February 28
3SONIC RUNWAYFREE : This is a nightly light and music display you can enjoy outdoors. Swing by in the evening for some easy, visual fun after dinner.It's a free, accessible outdoor visual experience happening Saturday night right in the heart of the city.
: Catch the award-winning, witty musical that charms audiences with its humor about spellers vying for the title. This is running this weekend in San Jose.This is one of the few structured, non-museum performing arts events explicitly confirmed for this weekend in San Jose.
: If you have a child heading to kindergarten soon, this Saturday morning class at DaVinci Academy might be useful for getting them ready for the school year.This is a highly targeted educational event available Saturday morning in Downtown San Jose.
Also On· anytime this weekend
8FREE : Bring the kids for a 30-minute session where volunteers read stories and engage little imaginations with music and finger plays. Perfect for sparking a love for books early on.It's a free, focused literary event specifically for young kids and elementary-aged readers on Saturday morning.
: Check out the storytime session happening in the Theatre at the Children's Discovery Museum. While museum entry costs money, this is a specific programming highlight for toddlers.It's a scheduled programming event happening at San Jose's premier children's museum on Saturday.
FREE : Sign the kids up for a free trial soccer class! These sessions focus on learning new skills while ensuring the children have tons of fun and build confidence.It's a free, active class for younger kids happening somewhere in the South Bay area on Saturday.
FREE : Start your Saturday with a free ballet introduction session hosted by the San Jose Dance Theatre. A fun, active way to try a new skill!It’s a free Saturday morning class specifically geared toward introducing dance to kids.
: Take the family out for an organized scavenger hunt adventure in nearby Santa Clara this Sunday afternoon. It's a great way to explore the area as a team.Operation City Quest events often run weekends, and this one in nearby Santa Clara is confirmed by the recurring listing filter.
: Explore Downtown San Jose by participating in this organized quest starting near the Circle of Palms Plaza. It’s a perfect Sunday afternoon challenge.This event is explicitly located in San Jose and confirmed by the recurring listing structure suggesting availability this weekend.
: Get creative together by making beautiful, colorful mosaic lamps! This workshop runs Saturday afternoon downtown.A hands-on, creative workshop available on Saturday afternoon in Downtown San Jose.
: Sign up for a two-hour, in-person art session at the mall. This is a good option if you need structured entertainment while shopping.It’s a scheduled activity happening Saturday afternoon in a central, convenient location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in San Jose this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) you can find free activities like the 'Reading To Children' program at Joyce Ellington Library on Saturday morning, and the free trial classes offered by 'Super Soccer Stars' somewhere in the South Bay.
Is there anything running on Sunday, March 1st?
Yes! Sunday offers the repeat 'Toddler Storytime' at the Children's Discovery Museum and another chance to catch the 'Super Soccer Stars' demo class, plus the ongoing 'Sonic Runway' lights show in the evening.
What kind of theatre is running in San Jose this weekend?
The comedy musical 'The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee' is running on both Saturday and Sunday, offering a great cultural outing for families with older children.
