Mini Nutcracker performances at Colonnade Stage
Beach Boardwalk Cocoanut Grove 400 Beach Street, Santa CruzMini Nutcracker performances at Colonnade Stage December 3 & 4, Time tbd Enjoy a mini Nutcracker performance on the Boardwalk!
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Ice Skating by the Bay in Monterey
Custom House Plaza 20 Custom House Plaza, MontereyIce Skating by the Bay in Monterey 11/24/2023 - 12/31/2023 Located in the Custom House Plaza behind the Portola Hotel & Spa Celebrate the holidays amidst the scenic coastline at […]
MCT Presents Now and Then
Mountain Community Theater 9400 Mill St, Ben LomandMCT Presents Now and Then November 18 – December 11 NOW AND THEN by Sean Grennan Directed by Kathie Kratochvil ALL PERFORMANCES OF THIS PLAY WILL BE HELD AT THE […]
Christmas on the Wharf
Monterey Wharf CAChristmas on the Wharf Fridays - Sundays, Dec 2 - 18, 10 am- 10pm Bundle up, bring a folding chair and join us for some wonderful free entertainment at Old […]
Free
Marini’s Gingerbread House Classes
Marini's Candies 332 Ingalls St, Santa CruzMarini's Gingerbread House Classes Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December! Friday Class 5 - 7pm; Saturday & Sunday Class 5:30 - 7:30pm There is still time to join us […]
Free Holiday Movies
Santa Cruz Public Libraries Santa CruzFree Holiday Movies December It's that time of year again! Get cozy, grab some hot chocolate, and settle in for a special holiday movie night! Kanopy has expanded their collection […]
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Magical Memories Gilroy Gardens
Gilroy Gardens 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy, GilroyMagical Memories Gilroy Gardens December, Days & Hours Make magical memories with family and friends this holiday season at Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park! Enjoy all your favorite traditions plus […]
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Cabrillo College 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, AptosNinety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....
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Polar Express
Capitola Community Center 4400 Jade St., CapitolaPolar Express Friday, December 2, 6:00pm Join us for Family Movie Night!
Free
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds
Santa Cruz County Santa CruzMonterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year […]
Free
Westside Farmers Market
Westside Farmers Market Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa CruzThe market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar
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From Only to Older: Helping Your First Child Adjust to Being a Sibling
online CAFrom Only to Older: Helping Your First Child Adjust to Being a Sibling Saturday, December 3, 10 - 11:30am Going from being the only child to being an older sibling […]
$25
From Only to Older: Helping Your First Child Adjust to Being a Sibling
online CAFrom Only to Older: Helping Your First Child Adjust to Being a Sibling Saturday, December 3, 10 - 11:30am Going from being the only child to being an older sibling […]
$25
Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade
Santa Cruz Downtown Pacific Ave, Santa CruzDowntown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade December 3, 10am – 12pm The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration. One never knows exactly what to expect […]
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Daughters & Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam
Beach behind Crow's Nest CADaughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum […]
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Winter Open House
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa CruzWinter Open House Saturday, December 3, Free Nature Crafts 10am - 2pm, Free Admission 10am - 5pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a free and festive […]
Free
Water’s Extreme Journey
Seymour Marine Discovery Center 100 McAllister Way, Santa CruzWater’s Extreme Journey Wednesday–Sunday, 10am – 4pm, September 3 - December 31 Visitors to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center this fall will be able to experience the journey of a […]
Boys and Girls Club Holiday Craft & Food Fair
Boys & Girls Club 543 Center St, Santa CruzBoys and Girls Club Holiday Craft & Food Fair Saturday December 3, 11am - 2pm The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County invites local children and artists who […]
Popup Makers Market Downtown
Vets Hall 846 Front St, Santa CruzPopup Makers Market Downtown Saturday, December 3, 11am - 4pm NEW LOCATION!! It’s raining tomorrow and we’ve hustled to find an inside space for the holiday pop-up! Come out and […]
Photos with Santa
Capitola Mall CapitolaPhotos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - […]
Boardwalk Winter Wonderland
Beach Boardwalk Cocoanut Grove 400 Beach Street, Santa CruzBoardwalk Winter Wonderland Saturdays & Sundays, December 3 - 18, 12 - 5pm Get in the holiday spirit at the Boardwalk Winter Wonderland. Celebrate the season at the beach! Activities […]
Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, WatsonvilleHeritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair Friday and Saturday, December 2 and 3, noon - 9pm Parking is free – Admission $5.00 per child 6-11 (under 6 free) and $10 […]
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AFE Presents The Hobbit
Londen Nelson Community Center 301 Center Street, Santa CruzAFE Presents The Hobbit Friday, Dec 2 at 6:30pm and Saturday, Dec 3, 1pm The Middle School students will entertain us performing "The Hobbit." Come enjoy a talented group of […]
$7
Aptos Chamber Holiday Craft Fair and Tree Lighting
Aptos Village Green AptosAptos Chamber Holiday Craft Fair and Tree Lighting Join us for an afternoon filled with holiday cheer, local craft vendors, music, drinks, and of course a visit with Santa. Visit […]
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Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop
Dig Gardens 420 Water St, Santa CruzDig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery […]
$100
Fantasy of Lights 2022
Vasona Lake County Park 333 Blossom Hill Rd, Los GatosFantasy of Lights 2022 Drive-though, Tuesday, December 6 - Friday, December 30, 6 - 10pm Walk-through, December 3 & 4, 4 - 9pm ADMISSION WITH PREPAID TICKETS ONLY (Available November […]
Holiday Tree Walk
Roaring Camp 5401 Graham Hill Road, FeltonHoliday Tree Walk November 25-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to […]
Holiday Lights Train
Roaring Camp 5401 Graham Hill Road, FeltonHoliday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of […]
Santa Cruz Lighted Boat Parade
Santa Cruz Yacht Club 244 4th Avenue, Santa CruzSanta Cruz Lighted Boat Parade Saturday, December 3, 5:30pm The Parade in an annual event at the Santa Cruz Harbor where decorated boats circle the harbor shortly after sunset (5:30pm). […]
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Family Karoake
RC Fam Center 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, WatsonvilleFamily Karoake Saturday, December 3, 5:30 - 77:30pm Hi everyone! Come out & join RC Fam & Shared Adventures for some Fun Karaoke THIS Saturday!! 1205 Freedom blvd #3B at […]
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Holiday Lights 2022
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, WatsonvilleHoliday Lights 2022 Fridays- Sundays, 5:3, 6:30 or 7:30pm, November 25 - December 25 The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS […]
