Should You Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Give Thanks Festival?
The Thanksgiving weekend in San Jose is getting louder and brighter. The Give Thanks Festival is back for its 20th anniversary this Thanksgiving weekend, bringing two nights of performances to the San Jose Convention Center. Taking place on Friday, November 28, and Saturday, November 29, 2025, should you attend it?
Excision and Sullivan King will headline on Friday, November 28, followed by Illenium and Dabin on Saturday, November 29. Both nights will include more acts yet to be announced, adding to a weekend packed with surprises and standout performances. And if you can’t spend Thanksgiving with family this year, celebrating at Give Thanks might just be the next best thing.
Venue details
The festival will take place at the San Jose Convention Center, located at 150 West San Carlos Street, San Jose, CA 95113. General Admission is open to guests aged 18 and over, while VIP access is reserved for those 21 and older. The venue offers a spacious and immersive setting, featuring multiple stages, vibrant visuals, and an inclusive atmosphere, all located in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Ticket information
Tickets are available through their website and are expected to sell out quickly, with several tiers already reaching waitlist status. Prices below include all taxes and fees.
2-day passes (Nov 28–29)
- General Admission (18+): $259.98 (Last Chance Tier)
- VIP Admission (21+): $349.98, includes expedited entry, VIP-only viewing area, and access to exclusive restrooms and bars
Single-day passes
- Friday General Admission (18+): $119.98
- Friday VIP Admission (21+): $169.98
- Saturday General Admission (18+): $189.98 (Last Chance, Waitlist Active)
- Saturday VIP Admission (21+): $259.98 (Last Chance, Waitlist Active)
Fans are encouraged to purchase the 2-day pass to save more than $60 and secure access before single-day options sell out.
Give Thanks 2025 is co-produced by Montage and Insomniac, the powerhouse teams behind some of California’s most immersive EDM events. Their collaboration ensures next-level production quality, sound design, and stage visuals.
For more articles like this, check out our Lifestyle News page!