Event Series Magic Show

Free Magic Show at Kennolyn Camp

Kennolyn Day Camp 8205 Hacienda Lane, Soquel, United States

Free Magic Show at Kennolyn Camp, 2pm Sunday, March 22 & April 26 Visit 1-4pm Join us at Kennolyn Camp for a FREE MAGIC SHOW at 2pm on March 22 or April 26. See what makes Kennolyn Day Camp so special! Before and after the show, 1-4pm, your kids can get a taste of camp […]

Free

Awkward Pet Portraits 2026

https://givebutter.com/awkward

Awkward Pet Portraits 2026  Orders close January 31 Digital portraits delivered February 14 Awkward Pet Portraits is a joyful, slightly surprising community fundraiser supporting the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Foundation. Local student artists and professional artists create one-of-a-kind pet portraits that celebrate the quirks, expressions, and undeniable charm of the animals we love. Some portraits […]

Event Series Dancing Tales

Dancing Tales

Downtown Library 224 Church St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Dancing Tales Last Tuesday of the month, March 24, 10:30 - 11:00am A fun and interactive dance program for children ages 2-5! The library has partnered with local dance studio International Academy of Dance (IAD). Join the library and International Academy of Dance (IAD) to explore movement, rhythm, and creativity through stories and music. Each […]

Free

5 Week 3D Entrepreneurs Club – Toy Design with 3D Printing Workshop (Ages 8–12) Tues Sept. 2-30

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 […]

$123 – $153

Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes

Watsonville Public Library 275 Main St Suite 100, Watsonville, CA, United States

Books and Bites Monthly Cooking Classes 4th Tuesdays, 6pm, beginning February 24 In partnership with the Watsonville Public Library, the Community Health Trust is excited to offer Books and Bites! Join us for an interactive and fun experience where you’ll cook alongside a Registered Dietitian, learn healthy recipes, and enjoy delicious, freshly prepared meals—all while […]

Boulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Boulder Creek Parks & Recreation 15685 Forest Hill Drive, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Boulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure April 1-30 Spring into action from April 1–30, 2026, for April Antics, a month-long digital and in-person scavenger hunt through Boulder Creek. This exciting community event is a fundraiser for the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District (BCRPD) Foundation, the non-profit dedicated to supporting our local parks and programs. Through […]

$20

Downtown Farmers Market 2022

Downtown Farmers Market Cedar St & Lincoln St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

Boulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Boulder Creek Parks & Recreation 15685 Forest Hill Drive, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Boulder Creek Scavenger Hunt Adventure April 1-30 Spring into action from April 1–30, 2026, for April Antics, a month-long digital and in-person scavenger hunt through Boulder Creek. This exciting community event is a fundraiser for the Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District (BCRPD) Foundation, the non-profit dedicated to supporting our local parks and programs. Through […]

$20
Event Series Game Zone Scotts Valley

Game Zone Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley Library 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, United States

Game Zone Scotts Valley Thursdays, beginning December 11, 1 - 3:00pm Scotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax, hang with friends and play games! We're offering a variety of video, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. […]

Free

Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop

NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square) 101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA, Philippines

Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop Thursdays 4-6pm, starting September 4 Watch your child’s creative ideas come to life with 3D printing! Join our 3D Entrepreneurs Club for a fun and engaging free 2-hour intro workshop designed for kids ages 8–12. In this 2-hour session, kids will explore creativity, confidence, and community while learning the […]

Free

Del Mar Elementary School Open House

Del Mar Elementary School 1959 Merrill Street, Santa Cruz, CA

Del Mar Elementary School Open House Thursday, April 2,  5 - 8pm Come explore Del Mar Elementary School, a TK-5th grade school in the Live Oak School District. Del Mar will hold their Open House on April 2, 2026 from 5:00-5:30. This event is open to the public. Following the Open House is a Family […]

Free

Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours

Elkhorn Slough 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA, United States

Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.  

Free

Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series

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 Session 1: February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 2: March 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Session 3: April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Session 4: May 1st ,8th, 15th, & 22nd Parenting is better together! If those early parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and […]

Free – $35
Event Series Stuffie Hide & Seek

Stuffie Hide & Seek

Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA

Stuffie Hide & Seek Friday, August 1, 10am - 6pm Every day through December 1 A cuddly, book-loving stuffed animal is hiding in the Children’s Room—can you track it down? Explore the shelves, uncover fun books and surprises, and when you find the critter, let a librarian know to earn a sticker prize! This passive […]

Free