Traffic & Construction Updates
Getting Around Downtown San Jose
Navigate construction and road closures while enjoying all the excitement downtown
Several major events are taking place in and around Downtown San Jose in August and September, with temporary street and lane closures that may affect traffic, parking, and access to businesses. Please plan ahead and allow extra time when traveling downtown.
EVENT STREET CLOSURES
Event Name: Little Italy San Jose Italian Festival
Date: 10/4/2026 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Little Italy and Arena Green
Lane Closures: Street closures for this event are expected to begin Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 9:00PM, and reopen Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 11:00PM
- Little Italy Way – Closed between W. Julian Street and Sharks Way
- Sharks Way – Closed between Barack Obama Boulevard and N. Almaden Boulevard
Event Name: Rock ‘n’ Roll Kids Rock, 5K, 10K, Half Marathon
Date: 10/3-4/2026 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Downtown San Jose and various streets
Lane Closures: Street Closure Notice, Road Closure Map, Road Closures List
CONSTRUCTION CLOSURES
Expect delays in Downtown San Jose due to multiple construction and infrastructure projects. Dates and schedules are subject to change.
LS Power
Date: September 28 – October 9 & September 28 – October 30, 2026 (Monday – Friday Only)
Time: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Market St. between Julian St. and Santa Clara St. & St. James St. between Market St. and SR 87
Lane Closures: Closure on Market St. between Santa Clara St. and W St. James St. & W St. James St. between Market St. and SR 87
Devcon Equipment Placement
Date: September 24 – November 24, 2026
Time: 24hrs (Weekdays Only)
Location: Park Ave.
Lane Closures: Park Ave. westbound between Woz Way and S. Almaden Blvd.