Overview
Woodhams Sports Lounge is a vibrant dive bar and community hub located in Santa Clara that has become beloved for its welcoming inclusive atmosphere diverse entertainment and genuine sense of family. Run by owner and bartender Amanda the venue embraces its quirky character while providing quality drinks great music and a safe space where everyone from all backgrounds and walks of life feels at home. Whether you're LGBTQ+ a regular or a first-time visitor Woodhams makes everyone feel like they belong.
Live Music and Jams
Mondays feature Open Mic Jam Night from 8-11 PM hosted by Jimmy Tone and JSL Project. The current jam combines live music with live karaoke and leans toward rock styles. First Fridays host the legendary Rockin' n Blues Jam with Bob Gonzalez starting at 9 PM after sign-ups at 8:30 PM - this is one of the South Bay's longest-running blues sessions known for its raw authentic gritty atmosphere full of heart. Other Fridays rotate between band nights featuring groups like Honey Wilders Band and Vinyl Council Night.
Entertainment Schedule
The lounge truly offers something every night of the week. Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays feature karaoke with different KJs including Nico Darius and Rafael - Saturday's last session of each month is theme night so check their social media. Wednesdays are Flashback 80s Night with DJ Hex. Second and fourth Sundays host Goth/Industrial/Emo nights with DJ Hex and Iridescent. Free pool is available Sundays and Wednesdays and sports are shown on multiple TVs especially on Sundays.
Atmosphere and Amenities
The venue features a cozy single-level layout with wheelchair accessibility via ramp. The eclectic decor embraces an obvious and odd mish-mash that gives the space its unique personality and charm. While it can get busy on live band nights the space remains comfortable and the crowd flow is well-managed. The bar serves affordable drinks cocktails and bar food including hot links hot dogs and nachos. They accept Apple Pay credit cards except Amex and cash.
Community Values
Woodhams prides itself on being a no-frills establishment that focuses on what matters most: quality drinks great music and genuine community connection. The venue is explicitly inclusive and accepting of all regardless of gender sexual orientation or race. Hateful attitudes and speech are not tolerated - this is a designated safe space where kindness and respect are paramount. Many patrons describe the venue as a place where everybody really does know your name fostering exceptionally strong bonds and making visitors feel like regulars almost immediately. Location: 4475 Stevens Creek Blvd Santa Clara. Hours: Daily 2 PM-1:30 AM. Phone: (408) 244-2899.