Give Thanks 2026 guideFrom official sources · checked Oct 14
at a glance
- Hours
- 6 PM – 1 AM daily
- Age
- 18+. General admission is 18+ and VIP is 21+. Check the ID requirements on your ticket before arriving.
- Camping
- No camping or tailgating.
- Re-entry
- No same-day re-entry.
- Bags
- Clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 in, one-gallon clear freezer bags, or clutches up to 6 x 9 in. Empty hydration packs with at most two main compartments and one small one; tinted or iridescent bags do not count as clear.
- Payments
- Cashless; cards and mobile payments accepted. Alcohol is bought with drink tickets, as bars do not take cash or cards directly.
- Water
- Free water in the west area, on the north wall and on the concourse beside the main entrance.
- Parking
- Seven public garages near the venue, including the Convention Center Garage off Market St and S Almaden Blvd; rates are posted at each garage.
hours
| Day | Gates | Music | Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, November 25 | 6 PM | — | 1 AM |
| Friday, November 27 | 6 PM | — | 1 AM |
| Saturday, November 28 | 6 PM | — | 1 AM |
what to bring
Allowed
- Empty reusable water bottle
- Empty hydration pack
- Empty misting-fan bottles up to 1.5 L
- Consumer cameras and video devices under 6 in
- GoPro extension poles
- Totems up to 10 ft, flags and handmade signs
- Glow accessories and LED hoops
- Sealed cigarettes and lighters (no smoking inside)
- Prescription medication with proof of prescription
- Sealed intranasal naloxone
Not allowed
- Outside food or drinks, including candy and alcohol
- Vapes
- Weapons, pocket knives and pepper spray
- Glass, cans, cups and coolers
- Aerosols and spray paint
- Fireworks
- Lasers and air horns
- Drones and remote-controlled toys
- Professional cameras, detachable lenses and tripods
- Tents, chairs and large umbrellas
- Over-the-counter medication
- Illegal substances and drug paraphernalia
- Costumes resembling public safety uniforms
getting there
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
150 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
- SJC
- Parking
- Seven public garages near the venue, including the Convention Center Garage off Market St and S Almaden Blvd; rates are posted at each garage.
- Rideshare
- Pickup and drop-off at 408 Almaden Boulevard.
- Public transit
- VTA light rail serves Convention Center station; late-night service is not guaranteed to match the event end time.
- Accessibility
- Contact the festival team before attending to arrange accessibility accommodations, medication, dietary needs or service animals.
official faq
Where is Give Thanks?
San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA.
Is there an event on Thursday?
No. Give Thanks runs Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, with no Thanksgiving Day show.
Which ticket should I choose?
3-day (Wed, Fri, Sat), 2-day (Fri, Sat) or single-day passes, each in GA or VIP, sold through Front Gate Tickets.
What does VIP include?
Dedicated VIP entry lanes, VIP bars and a VIP viewing area.
Can I add Wednesday to a 2-day pass?
Yes. 2-day pass holders can unlock add-on pricing for Wednesday on Front Gate with their original order number.
Are tickets refundable?
No. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged; Front Gate support handles order questions.
Is smoking or vaping allowed?
No. Smoking and vaping are prohibited throughout, and vapes are not allowed inside.
Are totems allowed?
Yes, up to 10 ft in lightweight materials with poles no thicker than 1 in; no solid metal or hard flagpoles.
Where is first aid?
First-aid rooms are in Hall 1, Hall 2 and on the concourse beside VIP.
sources
Collected from these pages on Wednesday, October 14. Festivals change policies close to the date, so check the official site before you travel.
plan give thanks
Pick your sets, see what clashes, and build one schedule with your crew. Works offline at the festival.
