SAN JOSE, Calif. —October 2, 2026 — SPARK Social will open its second Bay Area location in San José’s Creekside neighborhood on Friday, October 9, 2026. The new destination expands on SPARK Social SF’s blend of rotating food trucks, family-friendly amenities, and community events to the South Bay, bringing the neighborhood together seven days a week starting this fall.
Located at 140 Montgomery St., SPARK Social San José will feature a mix of rotating food trucks and 12 permanent food vendors, creating opportunities for locally owned culinary businesses to connect with the surrounding community. Confirmed vendors include The Breakbox, Mr. Shrimp, Pana, House of Tiffins and Matcha Matcha.
Beyond food, SPARK will feature a full bar, a Mexican-inspired coffeehouse and reservable cabanas and fire pits for gatherings and celebrations. Guests can play Creekside Greens, an 18-hole putt-putt course, while families can explore the Clubhouse, a dedicated family space with a playground and daily activities ranging from Tinkering Tuesdays to Tales Thursdays.
“San José is a city with a deep sense of pride, culture and community,” said Carlos Muela, CEO of SPARK Social. “As we expand to the South Bay, our focus is creating a space that reflects this spirit and spotlights the locally owned businesses and vendors that make this neighborhood unique.”
A full-production outdoor stage with professional lighting, sound and a large LED screen will host live music, events and watch parties throughout the year, extending the space beyond food and recreation. The venue will create a platform for local performers and businesses while offering San José residents new experiences throughout the week.
ABOUT SPARK SOCIAL
SPARK Social is a Bay Area outdoor gathering space with locations in San Francisco and San José, built to bring communities together while creating opportunities for local food and small businesses. Each location combines a diverse lineup of food vendors with bars, live entertainment, community events, recreation and flexible spaces for private and corporate gatherings. Beyond its parks, SPARK offers catering and event production services, bringing food, entertainment and customized experiences to events throughout the Bay Area. Through its venues, partnerships and events, SPARK creates places for people to connect and a platform for local businesses to grow.
ABOUT CREEKSIDE
Creekside is located in downtown San José near SAP Center and Diridon Station, with VTA access along Barack Obama Boulevard and South Montgomery Street. Since 2023, the area has been activated with art, music, food and community events. The district is home to nonprofits Found SJ, Local Color and Good Karma Bikes, along with a growing mix of recreation, entertainment and community-focused businesses . Following the 2025 openings of the Creekside Art Corridor and Hapa’s Outdoor Beer Garden, the district continued to grow in 2026 with additions including Bay Padel, The Playground by HILT School and RFRD Canine Recreation Center. SPARK Social San José joins these businesses and organizations as Creekside continues to develop as a destination for food, entertainment, recreation and community activity.
