San Jose Civic

San Jose Civic is a performance venue in downtown San Jose with a sizable stage and seating spread across the main floor and a balcony. The facility accommodates around 2,850 people and includes accessible spaces for visitors with mobility needs.

The venue opened in 1936 as a collaborative project between San Jose and federal agencies that helped fund construction during the Great Depression. Local property owners contributed land, making it a community effort to build a performance space.

The building reflects Spanish Colonial mission architecture mixed with Native American design details visible in the wooden beams of the entrance hall. These design choices tell the story of the region's cultural roots.

The venue sits in the heart of downtown and is straightforward to locate and enter. Arriving early helps you find parking and settle in without rushing before an event begins.

The Who launched their first headlining tour across the United States from this stage in 1968. The concert became a turning point for the band and helped establish this venue as a key stop for major rock acts.

Location: San Jose

Capacity: 2850

Website: https://sanjosetheaters.org/theaters/san-jose-civic

GPS coordinates: 37.33100,-121.89000

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:00