When Fest stages go dark, the night keeps going. The 2026 CEFCU Club Crawl turns downtown San Jose into a walkable music playground with no cover charges at any stop. From storied jazz rooms like the Hedley Club to new haunts like Haberdasher and Courage Anyone, every venue below brings its own late-night character. We’ll release the full lineup of artists soon.
Club Crawl Locations
Bar Mercury at The Pressroom
189 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113
Fri, Aug 7
9pm–12am: Saul Sierra Trio (Latin jazz, Pan-American)
Sat, Aug 8
1012pm: Billy Edwards Group (straight-ahead, modern jazz)
The Pressroom Patio
Sat, Aug 8
9pm–12am: Speakeasy Jazz Society (Jazz Manouche, trad jazz)
Signia by Hilton
170 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sjcsmsa-signia-san-jose/
A grand, contemporary hotel with striking architecture and a spacious lobby bar ideal for dynamic performances. Signia blends luxury with lively social energy, giving guests a polished yet approachable space to enjoy music in the center of downtown.
Sat, Aug 8
9pm–12am: Frunkyman (funk, Nu-Funk & fusion)
Sun, Aug 9
7–10pm: Silver Lining Serenaders (swing, Western swing)
Mezcal
25 W San Fernando St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://mezcalsj.com/
A downtown favorite blending Oaxacan flair with modern nightlife energy. Mezcal’s warm lighting, handcrafted décor, and intimate layout make it the perfect backdrop for late‑night sets. Guests pack in for the atmosphere as much as the music, creating a lively, communal vibe that feels uniquely San Jose.
Fri, Aug 7
7–10pm: Philthy Dronez DJ (cumbia fusion)
Sat, Aug 8
7–10pm: Sofrito (Afro-Cuban Latin jazz)
Sun, Aug 9
7–10pm: Sol Sunday – DJ Rated R & Friends (Afrobeat, hip-hop, R&B, amapiano)
Courage Anyone
399 S 1st St, Floor 2, San Jose, CA 95113
https://www.instagram.com/courageanyone/
A new, stylish, art‑driven lounge known for its moody lighting, bold cocktails, and creative community spirit. Courage Anyone transforms into a vibrant music hub during Club Crawl nights, offering an immersive, close‑up experience where performers and audiences share the same electric energy.
Fri, Aug 7
9pm–12am: Character Select (video game music, jazz, funk & rock)
Sat, Aug 8
9pm–12am: DJ Jay Lee & DJ Santos (salsa)
Sun, Aug 9
7–10pm: Labrigada De La Cumbia (cumbia fusion)
San Jose Marriott
301 South Market St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sjcsj-san-jose-marriott/overview/
Our Official Hotel Partner, the San Jose Marriott offers an elegant, contemporary lounge with refined lighting, plush seating, and a polished ambiance perfect for standout performances. With many Summer Fest artists staying onsite, the hotel becomes a lively, insider hub.
Fri, Aug 7
9pm–12am: IndiviDuo (Latin pop)
Sat, Aug 8
9pm–12am: Jessica Johnson (jazz, R&B, soul & pop)
AC Hotel
350 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/sjcac-ac-hotel-san-jose-downtown/overview/
Minimalist European design meets upscale nightlife at the AC Hotel, where sleek lines, curated lighting, and refined textures create a high‑end evening atmosphere. The lounge feels like a modern boutique club — chic, intimate, and effortlessly stylish — making it one of the crawl’s most polished, cosmopolitan stops.
Fri, Aug 7
9pm–12am: The New Acoustic Collective (jazz, bluegrass, world music)
Sat, Aug 8
9pm–12am: Lysn Kinship (hip-hop, fusion)
Poor House Bistro
317 W St John St, San Jose, CA 95110
https://poorhousebistro.com/
A beloved Little Italy landmark, Poor House Bistro is owned by Blues/Big Easy Stage curator Jay Meduri and has long been a favorite for live music and killer Cajun food. Just a short walk from other downtown venues, it brings a festive, New Orleans‑inspired energy to the crawl.
Fri, Aug 7
6–9pm: Terry Hanck Band (NOLA funk, rock & jazz)
Sat, Aug 8
6–9pm: Anthony Cullins Band (blues, rock, R&B & funk)
Sun, Aug 9
12–3pm: Geordie Smith & Friends (classic rock, oldies & modern hits)
4–7pm: Andre Thierry Zydeco Dance Party (accordion soul)
55 South
55 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://the55south.com/
A lively downtown bar known for its craft cocktails, energetic crowd, and warm, industrial‑chic interior. 55 South brings a fun, social vibe to the crawl, making it an ideal spot for upbeat sets and Sunday night grooves.
Sun, Aug 9
6:30 – 9 pm Studio Phoebe
9:30 – 1 am: The Illiance
Haberdasher
43 W San Salvador St, San Jose, CA 95113
https://haberdashersj.com/
A beloved underground speakeasy offering handcrafted cocktails, dim lighting, and a moody, intimate atmosphere. Haberdasher’s basement lounge creates a close‑up listening experience where every note feels personal.
Sun, Aug 9
7–10pm: Ryan Trujillo Quartet (jazz, Latin & modern jazz)