﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:33:54 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE’S TOURISM OFFERINGS THIS SUMMER</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose-s-tourism-offerings-this-summer,c9611827</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1647769</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (July 2, 2014) – San Jose’s visitor industry gives consumers more reasons to visit this summer, from cool hotel packages and the fastest convention center Wi-Fi in the nation to a new football stadium, attraction expansions and more.  With San Jose’s constant sunny skies, average highs of 82 degrees in July/August, and abundant parks and entertainment, there’s no better place to be this summer.  Here are just a few of the latest destination developments:

Destination News

San Jose McEnery Convention Center Launches Fastest, Most Reliable Free Wi-Fi Today:  While many]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2014 17:34:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Correction: SUMMER EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN SAN JOSE, CA (with fixed Link)</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/correction--summer-events-and-festivals-in-san-jose--ca--with-fixed-link-,c9577812</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1596779</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (April 30, 2014) – With summer travel season just around the corner, travelers are looking for ways to keep friends and loved ones entertained. Whether you’re visiting the San Francisco Bay Area or live here, Silicon Valley’s Capital -- San Jose -- is upping the ante with events that are guaranteed to make summer memorable – from the Mexican Heritage & Mariachi Festival and San Jose Jazz Summer Fest to sporting events, agricultural and beer festivals, A-list concerts and performing arts.

Below are just a few highlights of events in and near San Jose, and you can find the]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2014 21:27:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SUMMER EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/summer-events-and-festivals-in-san-jose--california,c9577766</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1596751</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (April 30, 2014) – With summer travel season just around the corner, travelers are looking for ways to keep friends and loved ones entertained. Whether you’re visiting the San Francisco Bay Area or live here, Silicon Valley’s Capital -- San Jose -- is upping the ante with events that are guaranteed to make summer memorable – from the Mexican Heritage & Mariachi Festival and San Jose Jazz Summer Fest to sporting events, agricultural and beer festivals, A-list concerts and performing arts.

Below are just a few highlights of events in and near San Jose, and you can find the]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2014 19:15:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA’S TOURISM OFFERINGS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose--california-s-tourism-offerings,c9576088</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1595383</guid><description><![CDATA[San Jose’s visitor industry gives consumers more reasons to visit this spring, from over-the-top hotel packages and makeovers to a wave of new restaurants, shops, air service and trail access. With San Jose’s sunny skies, comfortable temperatures and park-lined downtown, visitors can enjoy the best of the good life, from outdoor recreation to nights on the town.

Hotel Happenings – Renovations and Packages

San Jose Marriott’s Headliner Package Treats Concert- and Theater Goers Like Stars: With Bruno Mars, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Miley Cyrus and Cher scheduled to]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2014 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SPRING EVENTS AND FESTIVALS IN SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/spring-events-and-festivals-in-san-jose--california,c9544572</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1546554</guid><description><![CDATA[(Feb. 28, 2014)  -- Mother Nature must have missed the memo that it’s still winter in San Jose, because its many parks and hills are blooming with colorful flowers, lush foliage and singing birds. Peoples’ thoughts are turning not only to thoughts of love, but to getting out and socializing. The city is answering that call with a bounty of spring events and festivals, inviting everyone to come out of hibernation and explore San Jose’s outdoor recreation and cultural landscape.

Below are just a few highlights and you can find the full spring events list here (http://www.sanjose.org/press-]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2014 18:34:50 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE TOURISM</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose-tourism,c9511512</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1497812</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (Dec. 11, 2013) – The days are getting shorter, but the list of destination developments grows longer as San Jose gears up for a busy holiday season and new year. From great hotel, dining and activity packages to new exhibits and convention center facilities, San Jose boasts many reasons to celebrate the holidays and beyond in the nation’s 10th largest city – which recently won accolades for being the best city for happiness (Prevention.com) and ranked among the top cities for the arts (ArtPlaces) and Christmas displays (Essential Travel).

Meeting and Special Event Venues]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2013 00:45:08 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SAN JOSE CIVIC GETS A NEW NAME</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/san-jose-civic-gets-a-new-name,c9508333</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1492975</guid><description><![CDATA[City National Bank Acquires Naming Rights for Landmark Concert Venue
SAN JOSE, CA (Dec. 4, 2013) – City of San Jose and Team San Jose officials -- along with country music superstar Wynonna Judd and Nederlander Concerts -- today unveiled the renamed City National Civic and new marquee to rebrand the historic concert venue.

The historic San Jose Civic has been renamed the City National Civic. City National Bank, California’s premier private and business bank, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2014. Backed by nearly $30 billion in assets, the company is now the 25th largest American]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2013 07:16:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>TEAM SAN JOSE REPORTS BEST YEAR EVER FOR REVENUE GROWTH</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/team-san-jose-reports-best-year-ever-for-revenue-growth,c9508242</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1492798</guid><description><![CDATA[Convention and Visitors Bureau, Convention Center, and Theater Manager Generated All-Time Record of $23.8M in Revenue
SAN JOSE, CA (Dec. 4, 2013) – The San Jose City Council approved the audited results of Team San Jose’s Fiscal Year 2012-2013 performance today, which highlighted their best year ever since taking over the Convention Center and theater management in 2004 -- growing revenue to $23.8M for the year.

"Team San Jose’s strong performance is clearly the result of providing great service to their customers while managing an ambitious construction project that was successfully]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2013 19:28:57 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What’s New in San Jose, CA’s Visitor Industry</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose--ca-s-visitor-industry,c9440365</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1380922</guid><description><![CDATA[Latest Developments this Summer for San Jose's Hotels, Family Attractions, Restaurants, Sports and Airport
From the debut of Northern California’s tallest and fastest wooden coaster to new daily service on All Nippon Airways Dreamliner from Tokyo to San Jose Mineta International Airport, San Jose is gearing up for a busy summer season. Visitors can also take advantage of hotel and attraction developments such as:

Meeting and Sports Facilities

San Jose Convention Center: Visitors can already experience some of the exciting new changes at the San Jose Convention Center, which is]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2013 16:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>BROADWAY SAN JOSE ANNOUNCES 2013-14 SEASON LINE-UP FEATURING THREE-WEEK ENGAGEMENT OF WICKED</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/broadway-san-jose-announces-2013-14-season-line-up-featuring-three-week-engagement-of-wicked,c9405272</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1311425</guid><description><![CDATA[Cast of JERSEY BOYS Perform at Season Launch Event Attended By BSJ Subscribers
SAN JOSE, CA [April 23, 2013] – Broadway San Jose, a partnership between the Nederlander organization of New York and Team San Jose, announced the six shows in its 2013-14 Season today at an event attended by approximately 500 Subscribers and community leaders at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts in downtown San Jose. Headlining the Broadway San Jose season will be a three-week run of WICKED, the Tony Award winning musical that maintains its position as the top selling musical on Broadway, nine years after]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2013 16:40:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SAN JOSE HEATS UP WITH SPRING EVENTS AND FESTIVALS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/san-jose-heats-up-with-spring-events-and-festivals,c9383286</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1267885</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (March 11, 2013) – In the wake of superstorms and general winter blues, there’s no better time to warm up with spring getaways to San Jose, California, where warm temperatures and sunny skies invite visitors to play year-round. To make the decision easier, San Jose announces exciting spring events for adults and families to enjoy. For continued updates on events, visit www.sanjose.org.

FESTIVALS

Nikkei Matsuri Festival 2013 (Apr. 28) – Come celebrate Japanese heritage and culture at The San Jose Japantown Nikkei Matsuri Festival, located in one of the three remaining]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2013 15:26:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>What’s New in San Jose Tourism: Fall/Winter 2012</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose-tourism--fall-winter-2012,c9336222</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1174388</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, Ca. – (Nov. 16 , 2012) – With harvest season in full swing at vineyards west of San Jose, winemakers are creating their next great vintage, making it a great time to visit. In addition to wonderful wine tasting experiences at harvest festivals and wineries, San Jose offers a continuously cultivating tourism product, from stylish hotel enhancements to fantastic new exhibits.

Hotel Happenings

Fairmont San Jose: Starting Nov. 22, hotel guests, locals and visitors experience this grand hotel’s “Holidays at Fairmont,” where Executive Pastry Chef Fernando Arreola and his team will]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 22:01:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SAN JOSE HEATS UP WITH FALL AND HOLIDAY EVENTS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/san-jose-heats-up-with-fall-and-holiday-events,c9315276</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1134554</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (Oct. 8, 2012) – If you’re bummed that Summer fun is over, San Jose’s got you covered with amazing events and exhibits to bring you out of hibernation. From blockbuster exhibits like Mythbusters at The Tech Museum, to holiday festivities such as Downtown’s Christmas in the Park, there are plenty of ways to warm your spirit as the temperature cools down. For continued updates on events, visit www.sanjose.org.

FESTIVALS, HOLIDAY AND BLOCKBUSTER EVENTS

The Tech Museum presents "MythBusters Exhibition" (Oct. 13-Jan. 6) -- The Discovery Channel’s Emmy®-nominated series comes]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2012 18:57:34 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SAN JOSE SIZZLES WITH SUMMER EVENTS</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/san-jose-sizzles-with-summer-events,c9265202</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision499105</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (May 24, 2012) – Summer is made for play, and San Jose offers so many ways to do just that. From jazz festivals and restaurant week to gay pride and major sporting events, all with San Jose’s perfect weather as a backdrop, the city of innovation is the place to be this summer. For continued updates on events visit www.sanjose.org.

FESTIVALS AND CITYWIDE EVENTS

South FIRST FRIDAYS presents the 5th Annual SubZERO Festival                                                             Focused on emerging and present subcultures thriving in our region, SubZERO is an artistically]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 24 May 2012 22:38:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CITY RECOGNIZES CLEO CONFERENCE FOR MAJOR ECONOMIC BENEFIT TO SAN JOSE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/city-recognizes-cleo-conference-for-major-economic-benefit-to-san-jose,c9255543</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision489160</guid><description><![CDATA[Conference will generate over $15.5 million in visitor spending through 2014
NEWS RELEASE

SAN JOSE, CA (May 3, 2012) --The City of San Jose is declaring May 7-13 “CLEO: 2012 Week” in recognition of the Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO) show. The convention brings a welcomed annual $5.2 million shot in the arm for the local economy. CLEO will return to San Jose in 2013 and 2014 attracting approximately 5,000 attendees annually, which Team San Jose estimates will generate 20,417 room nights, 15,000 visitors to San Jose and $15.5M visitor spending over three years.

‘This is]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 21:58:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE, CA:</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose--ca-,c9247726</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision480918</guid><description><![CDATA[Downtown San Jose Undergoing Major Tranformation
SAN JOSE, CA (April 17, 2012) – Downtown San Jose, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is undergoing a renaissance to prepare for future growth.

Leading the transformation is the massive $120 million expansion and renovation of the San Jose Convention Center, which will remain open and 100 percent operational until the project is completed fall 2013. The center aims for LEED silver certification, furthering the City of San Jose’s Green Vision. The historic San Jose Civic, home to A-List concerts and events, is finishing up an $11 million]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:17:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Search Marketing Expo Ideal Fit for Silicon Valley Gains Recognition by San Jose City Council</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/search-marketing-expo-ideal-fit-for-silicon-valley-gains-recognition-by-san-jose-city-council,c9224202</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision456266</guid><description><![CDATA[With options for every budget, search and social media marketing conference returns to Downtown San Jose
SAN JOSE, CA (February 23, 2012)— Search Marketing Expo returns to San Jose next week, receiving City Council recognition for its economic value to San Jose’s local economy.

“Meetings and events in San Jose are critical to supporting San Jose’s local economy,” said San Jose City Councilmember Pete Constant, who is the Team San Jose Board liaison to the City Council. “We recognize the importance of events like Search Marketing Expo in San Jose. These events bring business to our local]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:07:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>City of San Jose Unanimously Endorses Team San Jose and Innovative Convention Operations</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/city-of-san-jose-unanimously-endorses-team-san-jose-and-innovative-convention-operations,c9199464</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision429756</guid><description><![CDATA[City Halts RFP Process and Lauds Team San Jose with Strong Performance Results, Renewed Focus Gets City Backing for Future
SAN JOSE, CA (December 13, 2011) –Following a year of strong organizational changes with the City’s Convention operator and tourism organization, San Jose Mayor Chuck Reed and the City Council unanimously approved the City Manager’s recommendation to discontinue work on a Request for Proposal for management of the Convention Center and Cultural facilities.

The vote was a resounding endorsement of the positive changes made by Team San Jose, which manages the Convention]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:15:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WARM UP THIS WINTER WITH HOT TRAVEL DEALS IN SAN JOSE, CA</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/warm-up-this-winter-with-hot-travel-deals-in-san-jose--ca,c9189038</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision419309</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (Nov.18, 2011) – If you’re tired of the usual warm weather destinations this winter, check out San Jose’s great family and cultural attractions for a fraction of the cost. San Jose, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is Northern California’s best kept secret for fun, no-hassle getaways, and is now on sale through March. Check out these savings from leading hotels and attractions:

Hotels

Downtown San Jose for the Holidays Hotel Packages are a great way to take the holidays up a notch for less. Enjoy an overnight stay at The Sainte Claire, Hilton or Fairmont hotels plus holiday]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 18:02:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>San Jose Re-Positions Sales Strategy for Convention Center Expansion</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/san-jose-re-positions-sales-strategy-for-convention-center-expansion,c9173335</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision404366</guid><description><![CDATA[Sales Team Deployment Focused on Selling for San Jose’s Future
SAN JOSE, CA (Oct. 12, 2011) – On the heels of a successful campaign to secure a long-awaited expansion and renovation of the San Jose Convention Center, San Jose is repositioning its convention and meetings sales strategy, with a stronger presence in the Midwest and Eastern/Mid-Atlantic regions and national corporate markets, announced Team San Jose CEO Bill Sherry.

“Now that we will have a Convention Center that reflects San Jose’s status as a center for innovation, and we will have more space to sell, we will be able to]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:35:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WARM UP YOUR WINTER WITH HOT TICKETS IN SAN JOSE</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/warm-up-your-winter-with-hot-tickets-in-san-jose,c9172833</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision403864</guid><description><![CDATA[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Meghan Horrigan

408-499-1345

mhorrigan@sanjose.org

Sarah Hildenberger

408-792-4101

shildenberger@sanjose.org

SAN JOSE, CA (Oct. 11, 2011) – Sure the days are getting shorter, and the nights colder (well, in other places anyway!), but San Jose’s mild temperatures and hot tickets will keep any culture vulture warm this winter.

From arts and cultural performances and holiday movies to ice skating and concerts, San Jose gives visitors and residents many reasons to stay out of hibernation from late November through late March. Find out]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:52:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Team San Jose Ends Fiscal Year with Positive Results</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/team-san-jose-ends-fiscal-year-with-positive-results,c9160378</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision391397</guid><description><![CDATA[San Jose’s Convention and Visitor Industry Well-Positioned for Opportunities Ahead
NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

CONTACT:

Meghan Horrigan

408-499-1345

mhorrigan@sanjose.org

Sarah Hildenberger

408-792-4101

shildenberger@sanjose.org

SAN JOSE, CA (September 9, 2011) – Team San Jose, the Convention Center and Cultural Facilities manager as well as the San Jose Convention and Visitors Bureau, announced strong year-end fiscal and performance results as new leadership and a focus on operational excellence led to economic growth despite a challenging national]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2011 17:17:58 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>FALL INTO ARTS SEASON WITH COOL CULTURAL AND SPORTING EVENTS IN SAN JOSE, CA</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/fall-into-arts-season-with-cool-cultural-and-sporting-events-in-san-jose--ca,c9148298</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision377116</guid><description><![CDATA[SAN JOSE, CA (August 3, 2011) – The long days of summer may soon be over, but with the arrival of San Jose’s long-awaited arts and cultural season, the earlier nights will light up with dance, visual arts and song throughout the city.

“More and more travelers are discovering that San Jose is a great destination for top-notch, easy-to-access arts and cultural activities – most within walking distance or short light rail ride from their hotels,” said Bill Sherry, CEO of Team San Jose, which runs the Convention Center and Cultural Facilities. “San Jose is also becoming more known for our]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>WHAT’S NEW IN SAN JOSE TOURISM THIS SUMMER</title><link>http://news.cision.com/team-san-jose/r/what-s-new-in-san-jose-tourism-this-summer,c9139006</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision362236</guid><description><![CDATA[Visitor Industry Announces New Developments to Give Tourists More Reasons to Return
SAN JOSE, CA (June 24, 2011) – The San Jose visitor industry and the City of San Jose recently gave the green light to expand and renovate the San Jose Convention Center for the enjoyment of business and leisure travelers.                                                                                                                                  

The $120 million expansion and renovation, which will be funded through a special hotel tax, will add an additional 125,000 square feet of flexible meeting]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2011 18:27:20 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>