SAN JOSE, Calif. — PayPal Park is officially stepping into the Bay Area’s concert scene. The San Jose City Council has approved a major expansion allowing the Earthquakes’ home stadium to host up to 15 concerts annually, transforming the venue from a soccer-first stadium into one of the region’s newest large-scale music destinations. The move opens the door for touring artists who typically perform in 15,000–20,000 capacity venues — a range that fits PayPal Park’s layout and infrastructure. With this approval, San Jose becomes a legitimate option for major live events that previously would’ve gone straight to Chase Center, Shoreline, or Levi’s Stadium.
The shift comes at a time when demand for mid-sized outdoor venues in Northern California continues to grow. Many touring acts have been searching for flexible stadium setups that aren’t as massive as Levi’s but offer a bigger canvas than typical arenas. PayPal Park fills that gap immediately. City officials highlighted the economic benefits, including increased tourism, additional event-day revenue, and new opportunities for local vendors. For the Earthquakes organization, the expansion diversifies stadium usage and aligns with a league-wide trend of MLS venues programming more concerts, festivals, and entertainment events.
While no concert schedule has been announced yet, bookings can begin immediately. The approval allows promoters to start routing large outdoor shows directly through San Jose, a move that could reshape the South Bay’s entertainment landscape. Fans can expect PayPal Park to quickly become a competitive option for major tours — especially those that prefer outdoor settings and stadium-style production.
With the expansion now official, the stadium is set to play a much larger role in the region’s live-event scene. As bookings begin and concert dates start taking shape, PayPal Park is positioned to become one of the Bay Area’s most active multipurpose venues, bringing more events, more crowds, and more visibility to the South Bay.
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