Events

Jungle James Animal Adventures Friday, June 6, Branciforte 11am; La Selva Beach 1:30pm; Boulder Creek 4:30pm Meet Jungle James and a variety of creatures, including amphibians, insects, and reptiles! Jungle James Animal Adventures sheds new light on some of the world’s most commonly misunderstood creatures, evokes children’s natural sense of curiosity, and teaches respect for […]

Jungle James Animal Adventures Friday, June 6, Branciforte 11am; La Selva Beach 1:30pm; Boulder Creek 4:30pm Meet Jungle James and a variety of creatures, including amphibians, insects, and reptiles! Jungle James Animal Adventures sheds new light on some of the world’s most commonly misunderstood creatures, evokes children’s natural sense of curiosity, and teaches respect for […]

Jungle James Animal Adventures Friday, June 6, Branciforte 11am; La Selva Beach 1:30pm; Boulder Creek 4:30pm Meet Jungle James and a variety of creatures, including amphibians, insects, and reptiles! Jungle James Animal Adventures sheds new light on some of the world’s most commonly misunderstood creatures, evokes children’s natural sense of curiosity, and teaches respect for […]

Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party Fridays, May 30 - August 29, 5:00 to 8:30ish The Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year—every Friday from May 30th to August 29th. We’re re-imagining the event, and we can’t wait to share the details with you! In the meantime, we’re […]

Moonlight Madness at Henry Cowell Friday, June 6, 6 - 10pm (ish) This is your sign to get excited about the moon! Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park will host their annual Moonlight Madness event on June 6th, 2025 in front of the Visitor Center. Join us for Moonlight Madness from 6:00-10:00(ish) for a night full […]

John Mambira Band Another Night in Zimbabwe Saturday, June 7, 7:30 - 10:30pm Another night in Zimbabwe...John Mambira is joined by Ratie D and guitarist Gilbert Zvamaida (founder of Zig Zag Band) from Thomas Mapfumo's Blacks Unlimited. The band is filled out by keyboard, bass and drums. Their beautiful harmonies and infectious rhythms will lift […]

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, […]

Espressivo Orchestra presents Romantique - Because no one says "Romantic" like the French Sunday, June 8, 7pm Espressivo, Santa Cruz’s own chamber orchestra, brings their signature mix of top-tier musicianship and down-to-earth charm to this evening of French music by Berlioz, Bizet, and Honegger. No tuxes. No stiffness. Just beautifully played music in a space […]