More Than a Wellness Fair

Sonic Bloom is a free community gathering where wellness, creativity, education, and meaningful connection come together in one place.

Held in the heart of San Jose's Japantown, Sonic Bloom invites people of all backgrounds to discover new ideas, support local businesses, experience holistic wellness, and build meaningful relationships within their community.

Whether you're attending your first wellness event or returning to reconnect with familiar faces, Sonic Bloom offers a welcoming space to learn, grow, and belong.

Why Sonic Bloom Exists

We created Sonic Bloom because we believe meaningful connection has become increasingly rare.

Many people are searching for community, healing, inspiration, and opportunities to learn - but often don't know where to begin.

Sonic Bloom was created to bring those experiences together in one accessible and welcoming space.

Unlike many festivals, fairs, and marketplaces, Sonic Bloom is designed to encourage discovery, conversation, and genuine connection. Visitors are invited to explore at their own pace, meet local practitioners and creators, attend presentations, experience new modalities, and engage with a community that values growth, curiosity, and wellbeing.

Our goal is simple:

To create a space where people can connect - with themselves, with others, and with the community around them.

What You'll Discover

Throughout the day, visitors can explore a wide variety of experiences, including:

  • Wellness and holistic healing practitioners

  • Local artists, makers, and handcrafted goods

  • Educational presentations and community workshops

  • Creative experiences and interactive demonstrations

  • Community organizations and local resources

  • Opportunities to connect with like-minded people

Every attendee's experience is different. Some people come to learn. Others come to relax, explore, shop, or meet new friends. Sonic Bloom is designed to create space for all of those possibilities.

Our Story

Sonic Bloom began with a simple idea:

Create the kind of event we wished existed.

We envisioned a gathering that felt welcoming, accessible, and community centered - a place where people could discover new perspectives, support local businesses, explore holistic wellness, and form meaningful connections.

What began as a small vision has grown into an annual celebration of creativity, wellness, and community.

Every year, Sonic Bloom continues to evolve, shaped by the practitioners, artists, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees who help bring it to life.

Meet the Team

Sonic Bloom is made possible by a small team of community builders, practitioners, creatives, and volunteers who share a passion for bringing people together.

Jeff Sera

Co-Founder

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Community Partnerships

Reiki Master Sensei

Hugo Unal

Co-Founder

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Community Engagement

Clairvoyant Sound Healer

Gracelyn Pham

Operations

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Event Coordination

Reiki Practitioner

Join Us

Whether you're attending for the first time, sharing your work as a vendor, presenting your expertise, or supporting the event as a sponsor, we invite you to be part of Sonic Bloom 2026.

Together, we're cultivating a community rooted in curiosity, creativity, wellness, and connection.

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026

📍Akiyama Wellness Center

110 Jackson Street

San Jose, CA 95112

🕐 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM