Halloween Dance Party at MAH

Santa Cruz Musueum of Art and History (MAH 705 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA

Halloween Dance Party at MAH Friday, October 31, 5-8pm From 5pm-8pm, DJ Big Fun will be spinning all-spooky, all Halloween vinyl for a festive Samhain dance-party. FREE in the MAH's Atrium. Come dressed to impress and ready to dance!! Drinks available for purchase at Front & Cooper. https://www.santacruzmah.org/events/halloween-dance-2025/2025/10/31

Free

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

Witches Ball Brookdale Lodge

Brookdale Lodge 11570 Hwy 9, Brookdale, CA, United States

Witches Ball Brookdale Lodge Saturday, October 25, 7-11:30pm Enjoy a magical night of enchantment at the Brookdale Lodge. Get ready to dance under the moonlight, mingle with fellow witches, werewolves, vampires, zombies, and of course you never know when you might see Marilyn Monroe (it could happen), and enjoy mystical cocktails. Welcome to the Witches […]

$39 – $45

Day of the Dead with Senderos

Branciforte Middle School 315 Poplar Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Day of the Dead with Senderos Saturday, November 1, 4-7 pm Don't miss this wonderful Day of the Dead event at Branciforte High School - Saturday, November 1st from 4-7 pm! Come out for food, dancing, music, and community!Join us for a beautiful celebration of life, memory, and culture! Enjoy music, dancing, and delicious food as […]

Free

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

English Country Dancing in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange 1900 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, United States

English Country Dancing in Santa Cruz 1st Wednesdays, 7-9pm, starting September 3 Join us on First Wednesdays for lively English country dancing in Santa Cruz at the  Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange No partner or dancing experience needed — dances are taught and prompted. Everyone is welcome! Gender-neutral roles/calling (Odds/Evens) Wear comfortable non-marking sticky shoes […]

$10 – $20

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

Event Series Swing Dancing by the Sea

Swing Dancing by the Sea

Santa Cruz Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz

Swing Dancing by the Sea 2nd Saturdays: 2-5pm through January 10; 2:30-5:30pm on February 14; 3-6pm through July 11 Swingout Santa Cruz invites you to the Wharf Stage every second Saturday to participate in Swing Dancing by the Sea! Whether you dance East Coast, West Coast, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jitterbug, Balboa, Collegiate Shag or Blues […]

Free

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange

Live Oak Grange 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Contra Dancing at Live Oak Grange 2nd Sundays: Newcomers' intro 2:30pm, dance 3 - 5:30pm 4th Fridays: Newcomers' intro: 6:30pm, dance 7 - 10pm Come kick your heels up contra dancing at Live Oak Grange with some amazing local talent and fun and friendly dancers! Caller: Tanya MerchantBand: Corwin & Grace! Event by Dakota Hult, […]

$15 – $30

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

Cinderella 2025

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 307 Church St, Santa Cruz County, CA, United States

Cinderella 2025 Friday, November 21, 7:00pm, doors open at 6:00pm  Step into the magical world of Cinderella, live on stage! The beloved fairy tale comes to life in a spectacular Broadway-style production that delights all ages, blending humor, romance, and the timeless majesty of classical ballet.World Ballet Company’s Cinderella features a dazzling cast of 40 […]

Event Series GroovaRoo Dance

GroovaRoo Dance

RC Fam Center 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, United States

GroovaRoo Dance 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance  […]