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At Opera San Jose you will hear the language of love preformed on stage and be carried away by the loves heartaches, seductions, betrayals and triumphs. Romeo and Juliet, Carmen and Madama Butterfly have told love stories on this operatic stage. Enjoy watching the performances at the opulent 1920's style California Theatre.

Discover animal amusement and attractions at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo in San Jose. Yes, it's true, this tiny little 16-acre zoo is home to 140 animals from lions to tigers to bears and big roller coaster amusement park entertainment. There's even a critter hospital and puppet theater.

For the spookiest attraction in the city, visit the most famous address in San Jose, the Winchester Mystery House; built by Sarah Winchester, the widow of the gun magnate William Winchester. Legend has it; the widow took 38 years to build the extravagant Victorian mansion with 160 rooms, 47 fireplaces and 950 doors with the help of spirits and nightly séances. Enter at your own risk.

Its time to party! The San Jose Bar and Grill, located in the heart of downtown San Jose is the city's it bar! This nightlife venue is noted for world class happy hours, mix it up DJs, top sporting events in high-def and crazy nightly events like Manic Mondaze, Buck Wild Tuesdays, and Sofa King Thursdays. Don't be tardy for the party!