Events

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Join us at the Bridge Club Mondays, 10:30am - 12pm, August 14 - October 2 Join us at the Bridge Club! Everyone is welcomed from beginners to social players. If you’re interested in playing Bridge, a table is waiting for you every Monday at the Capitola Branch Library. Register: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/10056781

Greek Festival 2023 Friday 5 – 10pm and Saturday, 12 - 10pm, September 8 - 9 The 2023 Santa Cruz Greek Festival is one of the most eagerly anticipated community events. The Santa Cruz Greek Festival is the longest running cultural festival in Santa Cruz County, growing from a small celebration in the church courtyard […]

Above, Below and Around the World - A Photography Exhibit Daily through September 26 A wide-ranging portfolio of marine life photographs will be on exhibit throughout the Scotts Valley Library July 1 - September 26. Marc is an award-winning marine life photographer who has been capturing underwater images for nearly four decades. He has authored […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf May 9,  6 - 8pm We are looking forward to sunny days and live music at the Santa Cruz Wharf! Please sure to check out the first concert of the Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf on May 9th! The City […]

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am FREE with membership, $15 non-members GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam. RC Fam Center We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for […]

My Play Club: Create in the park with us! Every Tuesday 3:30 - 5pm March 7 through November 29 LEO's Haven at Chanticleer Park Free - Free Family Drop-in - Arts & Activities Family Visit - Arts and Activities Learn more about the Young Outdoor Leaders, funded by the "Outdoor Equity Program" of CA State […]

Rescue Readers at the Santa Cruz SPCA  4 - 4:30pm Tuesdays: September 12, 26, October 10, 24, 31, November 14, December 5, 19 Thursdays: September 14, 28, October 12, 26, November 2, 16, December 7, 21 Come read to our cats and dogs at the Santa Cruz SPCA! Students can build confidence and fluency with […]

Tuesday Night Wharf Concerts 2nd Tuesdays 6 - 8pm, May 9, July 11, August 8, September 12 The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Economic Development and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants proudly present Tuesday Night Live at the Wharf Common's stage! Every 2nd Tuesday of the month from May through September join […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

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

NAMI Family Support Group ​for Parents/Caregivers of Youth (11-17) 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 - 8pm Please join us for our upcoming free, drop-in support group for parents/caregivers of youth (11-17) with mental health challenges. Next group will be this Wednesday, June 22nd from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. We are in need of more facilitators […]

Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Kirby School Campus Tour Thursday, February 9, 9:30 am Take advantage of our weekly drop-in tour with Admissions Director, Emily Lamoureux. No registrations necessary, just show up any Thursday at 9:30am ready to embark on an approximately hour-long tour of campus. Thursdays aren't good for you? No problem...Emily offers individualized campus tours at your convenience. […]

Baby Laptime Thursdays 10:30 - 11am, September 15 - December 28 Join us for baby laptime! Newborns, infants, and their caregivers will learn together and strengthen their relationship with each other through songs, bounces, rhymes, books, and play. (Ages 0 to non-walkers)

Rescue Readers at the Santa Cruz SPCA  4 - 4:30pm Tuesdays: September 12, 26, October 10, 24, 31, November 14, December 5, 19 Thursdays: September 14, 28, October 12, 26, November 2, 16, December 7, 21 Come read to our cats and dogs at the Santa Cruz SPCA! Students can build confidence and fluency with […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

A Class Act Friday, September 15, 5 - 7 pm Please join us at the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center for the Opening Reception of A Class Act Featuring our 2023 student's artwork. For this show the Art Center is please to showcase the work of our student artists. We invited students to submit work […]

Mexican Fiesta Friday, September 15, 5 - 7pm Hola Watsonville Film Festival Familia! Watsonville Film Festival is excited to partner with Cabrillo College’s Hispanic Serving Institution Week to present a Mexican Fiesta at the Watsonville Plaza on Friday, September 15, from 5PM - 7PM. This Mexican Fiesta, a free family event, will feature wonderful musicians & dancers. Enjoy […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....

The 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

Santa Cruz Fossil-Hunting Expedition: An Adventure Through Time Saturday, September 16, 9 - 11:30am This program has reached capacity. Email events@santacruzmuseum.org to be added to a waitlist. Travel back in time with local paleontologist Wayne Thompson from Pacific Paleontology during this hands-on experience in the Santa Cruz Sandhills. Learn first hand about the ancient life […]

31st Annual Aloha Outrigger Races Saturday, September 16, 9:30am Fun in the Sun! The Pu Pu 'O Hawaii Outrigger Club is ready to race! These short-course outrigger races are designed especially for the new or novice paddlers. Come out and support the aloha outrigger racers as well as enjoy hula performances by Kūhai Hālau O […]

Familypower: 8 Habilidades para afrontar el bullying con confianza Saturday, September 16, 10 - 11am En este taller jóvenes y adultos practicarán juntos habilidades que pueden usar de inmediato para prevenir, detener y afrontar el bullying en formas divertidas y apropiadas para su edad.

Fall Gardening for a Bountiful Harvest with Renee Shepherd Saturday, September 16, 10am Calling all Fall #Gardeners! Join Renee Shepherd of Renee's Garden for a presentation on what and how to sow now for a bountiful #FallHarvest. Participants will receive a packet of Renee’s Garden seeds. Registration Required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/10756353

Glass Pumpkin Patch of Carmel Saturday, September 16, 10am - 5pm; Sunday, September 17, 10am - 4pm Come to the 11th Annual Glass Pumpkin Patch of Carmel. This is a free event; no door fee is required. We will be open all weekend, come rain or shine! This event occurs at the beautiful Hilton Bialek […]

Renaissance Faire Saturdays & Sundays 10am - 6pm: Sept. 16 through October 22 Come Join the  Renaissance Faire Fun "Theme Weekends: September 16 & 17– Opening Weekend! September 23 & 24 – Pirate Invasion September 30- October 1 - Heroes & Villains October 7 & 8 – Oktoberfest! October 14 & 15– Carnevale & Masquerade […]

Daughters 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 Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Saturdays in the Soil Third Saturdays, 10am - noon We are coming together as a community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your […]

Santa Cruz Fire Open House and BBQ Saturday, September 16, 11am - 4pm Santa Cruz Fire would like to extend a warm welcome to the community to come visit them on Saturday, September 16th at the first annual Firefighter Open House, BBQ, and Fundraiser, located at 711 Center Street. There will be good food, firefighter […]

Monterey 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 hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]

Native Plant & Rummage Sale Sunday, September 17, 9am - 3pm The Valley Women’s Club of San Lorenzo Valley (VWC) is excited to invite you to our Native Plant & Rummage Sale Event! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to support local scholarships, habitat restoration, and biodiversity while finding hidden treasures and embracing eco-friendly […]

Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more

Glass Pumpkin Patch of Carmel Saturday, September 16, 10am - 5pm; Sunday, September 17, 10am - 4pm Come to the 11th Annual Glass Pumpkin Patch of Carmel. This is a free event; no door fee is required. We will be open all weekend, come rain or shine! This event occurs at the beautiful Hilton Bialek […]

The Farm & Garden Market is a small, friendly, open air market made up of local farmers and gardeners who grow within about a five mile radius of Corralitos. Seasonally we have the tastiest strawberries, blueberries, cherries, lemons, tomatoes, herbs, squash, potatoes, carrots, peas, beets, and avocados, as well as a variety of other fruits, […]

Quail Hollow Ranch House Tour Sunday, September 17, 1 - 3pm Do you enjoy looking through old buildings, learning about their stories? Join Park Docent, Richard James, on a tour through the Quail Hollow Ranch house. Learn about its history from the Watermelon King to Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and beyond. This informative tour will […]

In Person Art Time for People with Disabilities Sundays 2 - 4pm Join our  in person art class for people with disabilities at Claraty Arts Center in Santa Cruz. Adaptive art projects and space to work outside or inside and to share time with your family and work on a creative art project. It's for […]

Active Family Time Sundays, September 17 - November 12 We are so excited to be hosting our first Active Family Time of this academic year! Families from LOSD, SUESD, SCCS, and SLVUSD are invited to participate. 2 - 3pm,  Shoreline Middle School Field: Join C2C, Santa Cruz Mid-County Youth Soccer Club and Live Oak School […]

Hugo Award Winning Films: Defining Science Fiction & Fantasy 3rd Sundays 2 -4pm, June 18 - September 17 Come watch Hugo award winning movies! An exciting event that showcases some of the best science fiction and fantasy films through the ages. The Hugo awards are prestigious honors given to outstanding works of science fiction and […]