SJ26 at SJPL
SJPL is for Everyone
San José is going all-in with family-friendly experiences across the city, including fanfests, live entertainment, and easy ways to explore downtown and beyond.
The San José Public Library is excited to share how we will be supporting these festivities, including new library cards, free events, programs, and more.
New and Exclusive San José 26 Library Cards
Get your game on with SJPL's new and exclusive library card.
The Big Game
Get ready for the big game with recipes, history, and trivia.
March Madness
Learn how to build your bracket and catch the college hoops hype.
2026 World Cup
Make some noise! The World Cup is coming to the San José area.
Events at SJPL
Free events happening across the city.
SJ26 Block Party Ticket Giveaways
Learn how you can win a pair of tickets to see Kehlani on Friday, February 6 or Dom Dolla on Saturday, February 7, live at the SJ26 Block Parties. Visit SJPL's Instagram page for more details.
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San José 26 Library Cards
Score big with member-only perks and the new SJ26 Library Card.
Available only at the King Library, while supplies last.
You can also show off your Bay Area pride with your favorite local sports team-themed library card.
Apply for a library card or replace your current library card at no cost by visiting any SJPL location.
Did you know?
Over 38,000Â San Francisco 49ers, Golden State Warriors, and San Jose Earthquakes library cards have been issued since they were released.
Our library members love our Bay Area teams!
Score big with an SJ Library Card.
The Big Game
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Super Bowl LX is happening at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, CA! Dive into the history of football and get ready to fire up the grill for the big day with our collection.
Did you know?
SJPL was the first library to have a San Francisco 49ers library card. The card was released on Tuesday, August 27, 2019.
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Faithful to the Bay
Meeting a San Francisco 49er!
Yes, the 49ers Are That Talented!
March Madness
Sunday, March 15, 2026 to Monday, April 6, 2026
Build your bracket and catch the college hoops hype with books on basketball history, legendary teams, and the moments that made March Madness.
Did you know?
SJPL and the Golden State Warriors released a new library card on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
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Golden State Warriors Library Card
World Cup 2026
June 11, 2026 to July 19, 2026
Six World Cup matches are coming to the San José region in 2026, SJPL is here to help you get ready.
Did you know?
SJPL released a San Jose Earthquakes team library card on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at PayPal Park versus Vancouver Whitecaps. Earthquakes won 2-1!