Boulder Creek Downtown
Boulder Creek, CA, United States
First Friday Boulder Creek Sip & Savor 1st Fridays 5-8pm, August 1, September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5 At First Friday in Boulder Creek, you can find unique arts and crafts at vendor booths throughout the downtown core, food trucks, and most months will include a special activity and/or kid zone on Forest […]
DeYoung Museum
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr,, San Francisco, CA, United States
Art of Manga September 27, 2025 - January 25, 2026 Manga — Japanese comics and graphic novels — have become a global phenomenon. Featuring rarely presented original drawings by major artists, this exhibition traces manga’s evolution from the 1970s to today. The exhibition explores manga as a powerful medium for visual storytelling, highlighting themes across […]
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Holiday Sale and Art Market Saturday, December 6, 11am - 4pm Looking for locally made, nature-inspired gifts this holiday season? Join us for the Museum’s Holiday Sale and Art Market, featuring a curated selection of art, jewelry, home décor, prints, and more from over 20 local artists and makers whose work celebrates nature and natural […]
Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD
1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]
Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD
1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States
Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]
Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery MOD
1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, United States
Mystery Box Monday at MOD Mondays, 3pm Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, artist, and problem-solver! Reserve your spot at sccmod.org/fun Calling all curious minds! Get ready for Mystery Box Monday, the fun-filled, brain-bending program that unleashes your child's inner inventor, […]
Palace Arts
1501-K 41st Avenue, Capitola, United States
You Can Paint! Tuesdays, 10 am to 1 pm, and 2 pm to 5 pm through August Learn to paint in a fun, friendly setting — our beautiful classroom space at Palace Art. You can paint any subject that interests you. I’ve got lots of images for you to choose from, if you’re looking for […]
Londen Nelson Community Center
301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tuesdays, 4–6pm September 2 – 30 A 5-week hands-on program where kids ages 8–12 team up to design their own toy or product—and discover how the 3DE Club helps young innovators build early entrepreneurial and leadership skills through 3D modeling and […]
Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery MOD
1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, United States
Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series Fridays 10am, August 1 - November 21 Session 1 August 8, 15, 22, 29th Session 2 September 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 3 October 3, 10, 17, 24th Session 4 October 31st, November 7, 14, 21st Fall cohorts now enrolling... Parenting is better together! If those early […]
Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD
1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States
Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays Fridays 10:30-11am Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery's Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child. Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required Ages 0-3 years Join us and […]
Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD
1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States
Lego Brick Builder Fridays Fridays, 3-4pm Calling All Master Builders! Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children's Museum of Discovery's LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages. Here's what you can expect: A Fun Challenge: We'll have a special build theme announced […]
DeYoung Museum
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr,, San Francisco, CA, United States
Art of Manga September 27, 2025 - January 25, 2026 Manga — Japanese comics and graphic novels — have become a global phenomenon. Featuring rarely presented original drawings by major artists, this exhibition traces manga’s evolution from the 1970s to today. The exhibition explores manga as a powerful medium for visual storytelling, highlighting themes across […]
The Tannery
1060 River St #110, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Winter Art Market at The Tannery Saturday, December 13 · 10am–5pm The best gifts are handmade — pieces that feel like home, crafted with intention for the people you love most. Shopping small means investing in artists, their stories, and the creative life of our community. At the Tannery, explore 20+ open studios, meet the […]
Abbott Square
118 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
Artisan Fair at Abbott Square Market 2nd Sundays, 12pm - 4pm Join us every Second Sunday from 12–4 PM at Abbott Square Market for our monthly Artisan Fair! Explore unique creations from local artists and makers, enjoy live music from 1–3 PM, and soak up all the vibrant Abbott Square vibes. Come support local talent and […]
Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD
1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States
Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]