OMG! OK! YES! LET'S GO! Friend Fest returns in 2026. Happening on Feb. 21-22, 2026, Friend Fest will feature 275+ makers, artists, artisans, designers & creative small businesses all celebrating best friends, new friends, old friends, "we're just friends", "wanna be more than friends" or whatever! In addition to our large-scale friendship-inspired vendor marketplace, Friend Fest 2026 will feature lots and lots of special Friend Fest programming and activities, special Friend Fest door giveaways, and most importantly, lots and lots of friendship vibes. Additional Info: Free admission. All ages. Service animals only. Indoors. Accessibility Info: Accessibility parking is available within the on-site parking lot surrounding South Hall as well as in the San José Convention Center Parking Garage located next to South Hall. Attendees with accessibility needs should proceed directly to the front entrance of the event, even if there is a line. Parking: Paid parking lots and garages are available in the neighborhood. *4 people must attend for this event to pass, at least 1 Brother needed. Please be sure to send a picture of all the attendees to the VPF to receive credit. First Brother to sign up must create the group chat. **Groupchat willl be created with participants. Once you are signed up for this event, you will be added to the group chat and assigned carpool arrangements. DRESS CODE: Pledges: Pledge Pin Brothers: Small Letters at Least