Capitola Beach Festival 2025 Saturday & Sunday, September 27 & 28 , 8am-5pm Join us at the Sand Sculpture competition at 10am, Saturday, September 27, on our Capitola Beach. This year's theme is "VACATION SNAPSHOTS" Start diagramming your ideas, gather your sculpture-building team, and get ready for some Fun In The Sand. All ages welcome. […]
Harvest Festival Downtown Santa Cruz Saturday, October 4, 12-4pm Harvest Festival returns to Downtown Santa Cruz. We'll be throwing up tents, flipping pupusas, popping popcorn, stacking hay bales and setting up a slew of silly, throw-back games and fun activities for all of you. Think of a sweet nook version of county fair meets a […]
Ben Lomond Scottish Day Saturday, October 4, 1 - 5pm Join us for Ben Lomond Scottish Day, a celebration of our town’s proud Scottish roots! This family-friendly festival features live Scottish music, cèilidh community dance, a falconry demonstration, delicious food and drinks for sale, kids’ activities and more. There will also be a shortbread contest and […]
Seacliff Street Fair Saturday, October11, 11:30am-4pm Join us for the 4th Annual Street Fair! Enjoy live music, food trucks, a fun-filled Kids’ Corner with crafts, face painting, live paintings and chalk art. Discover unique creations from local artists, bring your dogs for the dog parade, and don’t miss the exciting live raffle. There's something for […]
Esperanza Community Farm: Organic Farming Festival Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm, October 18 & 19 Join our festival for a celebration of the organic farming surrounding the central coast valleys. We will offer delicious, educational and interactive experiences to celebrate the rich and growing industry. The event features: Local Organic Farmers Market Local Art Vendors Vegan […]
Wilder Ranch State Park: Heritage Harvest Festival Saturday, October 18, 11am - 4pm Wilder Ranch State Park: Heritage Harvest Festival Step back in time at the Wilder Ranch State Park Harvest Festival! Enjoy living history demonstrations, crafts, games, live music, food, heritage apple tasting with the California Rare Fruit Growers Association and more! Although this […]
Halloween Mask Making Festival Saturday, October 18, 12 - 4pm Enjoy the 27th annual Halloween Festival, including mask-making, creepy carnival games, All About Theatre Halloween performances and Thriller dance. Join us for the 27th annual Halloween Mask Making Festival! FREE! Event Schedule: 12:00 - 4:00 pm - Mask Making and Halloween Games 12:30 pm […]
Esperanza Community Farm: Organic Farming Festival Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm, October 18 & 19 Join our festival for a celebration of the organic farming surrounding the central coast valleys. We will offer delicious, educational and interactive experiences to celebrate the rich and growing industry. The event features: Local Organic Farmers Market Local Art Vendors Vegan […]
Fall Fest Saturday at Santa Cruz Bible Saturday, October 25, 4-7pm Join us for our biggest community event of the season, a night of laughter, candy, and carnival fun at Santa Cruz Bible Church Fall Fest! This event is FREE and open to the community—so invite your friends, neighbors, and coworkers to come celebrate with […]
Fall Festival at WatsNaz Church Saturday, October 25, 4:30-7pm Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and join us for a fun-filled Fall Festival at WatsNaz Church, 710 Green Valley Rd, Watsonville. Enjoy an evening of: Games & Activities for all ages Candy giveaways for the kids Delicious food Family-friendly fun and community celebration This is […]
Festival Los Muertos To the Park Saturday, November 1, 4-8pm Join us for Festival Los Muertos at Chanticleer County Park. Prizes! Art, Altares, Danza & Vendors “Save the Date for “”Los Muertos to the Park”” Festival, Nov 1 at Chanticleer Park! Calling Community Organizations to host an Altar and Vendors to join. Go to countyparkfriends.org […]
Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm, November 8 & 9 Join our Annual Festival celebrating authentic sea glass and coastal-art of all kinds. ~ $5 admission at the door (no presale of tickets). Kids Free. No tickets are sold ahead of time. $5 entry fee at the […]
Scotts Valley Fall Festival and Bakeoff Saturday, November 8, 12-3pm Join Us for Our 2nd Annual Fall Festival and Bakeoff! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon packed with activities for all ages: Bake-Off Tasting Food Trucks Arts & Crafts Face Painting Games & More Sign-ups are filling up fast!! Do you love to bake? Adults, kids & […]
Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm, November 8 & 9 Join our Annual Festival celebrating authentic sea glass and coastal-art of all kinds. ~ $5 admission at the door (no presale of tickets). Kids Free. No tickets are sold ahead of time. $5 entry fee at the […]
Noche de Brillo Sunday, December 14, 2-7pm; Parade 5:30pm Something magical is coming to downtown Watsonville! Join us for Noche de Brillo (Night of Sparkle), a FREE family-friendly evening filled with snow, lights, and holiday cheer. Event Highlights: Snow play area Train ride Crafts hosted by local nonprofits Holiday market Live entertainment Light Parade Photos […]
