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KALAKA ARTS

  • Located in SoFA Arts District
  • Many events free to public
  • Supports local & immigrant artists
  • Gallery and performance space

Why Customers Choose KALAKA ARTS

Based on 88 customer reviews

  • Free admission to many gallery exhibitions and events
  • Direct support for local and immigrant artists
  • Prime SoFA District location walkable to downtown attractions
  • Diverse programming from visual art to live music and poetry
  • Welcoming space for cultural exchange and community building
  • Regular art walks and special cultural celebrations

Location & Local Context

Address: 510 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA

Phone: (408) 998-2783

Hours: Friday 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Monday Closed, Sunday 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Tuesday Closed, Saturday 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Thursday 12:00 – 5:00 PM, Wednesday 12:00 – 5:00 PM

Parking: Street parking and nearby SoFA District parking structures available

Peak times: Friday evenings 6-9pm and during monthly art walks

Nearby neighborhoods: SoFA Arts District, Downtown San Jose, Japantown

Nearby landmarks: Near San Jose Museum of Art, Walking distance to SAP Center, Close to San Pedro Square

Services & Offerings

Art Gallery Exhibitions

Rotating contemporary art exhibitions featuring local and regional artists with emphasis on diverse perspectives.

  • Monthly rotating exhibitions
  • Local artist showcases
  • Contemporary and cultural themes

Live Performance Events

Host venue for concerts, cultural celebrations, poetry slams and community performances.

  • Open mic poetry nights
  • Cultural music and dance events
  • Community celebration hosting

Community Arts Programming

Educational workshops and programs designed to broaden artistic engagement and experimentation.

  • Artist development programs
  • Community workshops
  • Cultural education initiatives

Event Space Rental

Flexible gallery and performance space available for private events, celebrations and community gatherings.

  • Gallery space rental
  • Performance area booking
  • Community event hosting

Customer Reviews

4.5 out of 5

88 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Local artist support (28 mentions)
  • Cultural events & atmosphere (24 mentions)
  • Community inclusion (19 mentions)
  • SoFA District location (15 mentions)

Rating steady at 4.5 stars with consistent praise for community focus. 8 new reviews this quarter.

This great venue supports all people whether immigrant or otherwise and showcases local artists’ creative contemporary works during the day. They host several artistic and performance events.

Toni Thompson

I was at MACLA for the first time at Venezuela dancing party and I loved this ambience. It's wonderful to feel yourself a part of another culture and really enjoy it with friends. I'm sure that the folk music has a real power and soul, and Jackeline Rago was gorgeous as usual! And Chiquy's team energy was great!

Maria B

For those who enjoy art and meeting people locally in the SJ SoFA District, I highly suggest to drop by and come here. Showcasing local artists and live performances, I was moved by a lot of their work. I came here twice for SubZero event and downtown SJ's art walk. I met a few people who were showing their work to the public whilst local bands were playing inside the gallery. Appreciate the art and exhibitions, because it's rare to have any great ones around SJ. They also open their venue to open mic nights for poetry slams. Those who are interested, visit their website for upcoming events. They also provide programs to those who are more than interested than just art. I spoke to Joey, who works with MACLA, explaining that more people should broaden their interests and experimentation from what they offer. Support the arts and entertainment in downtown SJ! FYI....a couple of their events are FREE to the public!

fraulein casigan

Enjoyed the gallery here, especially the SJ paintings. It is small, I’d love to see more art taking up the space, but I enjoyed it overall!

Ian

Frequently Asked Questions

Many of our gallery exhibitions and events are free to the public, though some special events may have admission fees.

We actively support local artists through our exhibition and programming - contact us directly to discuss opportunities for showcasing your work.

We host diverse programming including art exhibitions, live music, poetry slams, cultural celebrations, and community workshops.

Yes, we're an active participant in downtown San Jose's art walks and SoFA District cultural events throughout the year.

We offer our gallery and performance spaces for private events, community gatherings, and cultural celebrations - contact us for availability and booking.

Business Activity

Status: Open for events

Peak times: Friday evenings 6-9pm

Programming: Monthly exhibitions

Popular this month: Poetry slams, Local artist showcases

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Online Visibility Score: Excellent

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation30/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness17/17
Engagement3/15

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