While there's definitely a lot we can look forward to in this new year, here are some top celebrations + festivities to get excited for in 2024.

Silicon Valley Turkey Trot's 20th | Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28.
Apple Macintosh's 40th | The Computer History Museum's exhibit: "Hello: The Apple Mac @ 40" runs through Sunday, Feb 25.
Earthquakes' 50th | The Quakes will take over San Pedro Square with meet-and-greets, merch reveals + giveaways, live music, and skill challenges.
Greenlee Bakery's 100th | Opened in 1924, this community mainstay continues to please with its classic cinnamon bread loaves.
Janet Gray Hayes | The first woman elected mayor in San Jose and in the US won her first election in 1974.

San Jose Jazz Winter Sessions | Feb. 2-March 9 | Get ready for the talents of James Francies, Delgado Brothers, and more.
Cinequest Film and Creativity Festival | March 7-17 and March 21-31 | The massive film festival returns to San Jose both in-person + virtually, celebrating and awarding creative achievements in film.

Shamrock Run | March 16
Nikkei Matsuri Japantown Fun Run/Walk | April 21
Viva CalleSJ | Dates have not been officially set, but tentatively April 23 and Sept. 8.
Run 408K and Half Marathon | June 2
Stars and Strides Run | June 29
Rock 'n' Roll 5K/10K | Oct. 5-6