Fountain Blues & Brews Festival – Visitor & Vendor Info
🎶 The San Jose Fountain Blues & Brews Festival is one of California's longest-running blues music celebrations, bringing live performances, artisan vendors, food, craft beverages, and community entertainment to downtown San Jose.
This page shares festival dates, location, visitor information, FAQs, and resources for artists and vendors interested in participating. MONOLISA may not be exhibiting at this event—we publish these guides to help shoppers discover California festivals and fellow artists find potential show opportunities.
Updates: Yearly
📅 Festival Details
- Date: June 25–27, 2027
- Time: TBD – Previous festival hours were 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Admission: Ticketed event; pricing for 2027 TBD
- Location: Plaza Park (Plaza de César Chávez), previous festival location
- Address: 1 Paseo de San Antonio, San Jose, CA 95113
- Organizer: Fountain Blues Foundation
✨ What to Expect at the Fountain Blues & Brews Festival
🎶 Live Blues & Musical Performances
Experience performances celebrating blues, soul, rock, jazz, gospel, R&B, and related musical traditions. The festival has featured regional musicians and nationally recognized performers.
🎨 Artisan Alley & Creative Vendors
Browse handmade jewelry, arts and crafts, boutique merchandise, and other creative products from participating vendors. Artisan Alley gives festivalgoers an opportunity to discover independent makers while enjoying live music.
🛍️ Outdoor Festival Shopping
Explore artist and merchandise booths in the festival setting. Vendor selections change each year, bringing together a variety of independent businesses and creative exhibitors.
🍴 Food & Festival Favorites
Food vendors have offered barbecue, tacos, pizza, desserts, and other festival favorites. Specific menus and participating food businesses vary from year to year.
🍻 Craft Beverages
The festival is known for its craft beer garden, with beer, cider, wine, and other beverage options featured in previous years. Age restrictions and separate beverage purchases may apply.
🎸 Interactive Music Experiences
Beyond the main performances, previous festivals have included an Instrument Petting Zoo and interactive activities that introduce visitors to music in a hands-on setting.
🌳 Downtown San Jose Atmosphere
The festival has traditionally taken place at Plaza de César Chávez, surrounded by downtown San Jose's restaurants, cultural attractions, museums, and public transportation connections.
❤️ Supporting Music & Community
Produced by the nonprofit Fountain Blues Foundation, the festival supports the preservation, appreciation, and promotion of blues music and related musical traditions.
❓ FAQs
🎶 What is the Fountain Blues & Brews Festival?
It is a longstanding San Jose music festival celebrating blues and related musical styles, with live performances, food, beverages, and artisan vendors.
🎟️ Is admission free?
No. The festival has offered paid general admission and VIP tickets. Check the official website for current ticket prices and purchasing information.
🛍️ Are there artists and craft vendors?
Yes. The festival has featured Artisan Alley, where visitors can shop for handcrafted jewelry, arts and crafts, and other creative merchandise.
📌 Can artists and vendors apply?
Yes. Artists, craftspeople, and other vendors can review the official vendor application for available categories, booth requirements, deadlines, and fees.
💵 How much does an artist booth cost?
The 2026 application listed $200 for a 10 × 10-foot art/crafts space. Future pricing may change, so verify current fees directly with the organizer.
🎪 What equipment do vendors need?
Previous guidelines required vendors to provide their own booth tent, displays, tables, and chairs. Confirm current setup requirements before applying.
👨👩👧👦 Is the festival family-friendly?
The festival has featured family-friendly activities and music experiences. Previous admission policies allowed children 12 and under to enter free with a paid adult. Check current policies before attending.
📅 When is the festival held?
The festival is generally held during the summer. The organizer has announced June 25–27, 2027. Daily programming and hours should be confirmed closer to the event.
🚋 Is public transportation available?
Downtown San Jose is served by VTA light rail and bus routes. Nearby parking garages are also available. Check current transit routes and parking information before traveling.
📍 Where is the festival located?
Previous festivals were held at Plaza de César Chávez in downtown San Jose. Check the official festival website for confirmation of the current year's location.
