Events

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

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 […]

Grupo Triple P Virtual: Para familias con niños de 2–12 años Cada lunes, del 31 de julio al 25 de septiembre,  6 – 8 pm, Excepto el 14 de agosto Inscríbase: https://bit.ly/Grupo-Jul2023 Asista por 8 semanas a este grupo virtual GRATIS de Triple P para conocer a otras familias y aprender estrategias sencillas que le […]

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 […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

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 […]

Back to School Celebration! Tuesday, August 8, 12:30 - 2:30pm Pizza, Games, and Crafts! Come join the Boulder Creek Library and Friends of the Boulder Creek Library as we get ready to go back to school. Play Cornhole and board games, make your own pencil toppers, bookmarks and pencil pouches, AND eat pizza!  

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 […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

Capitola Twilight Concerts Wednesdays 6pm, June 21 - August 30 The Capitola Twilight Concerts are hosted on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. All concerts begin at 6 p.m.and take place at the Esplanade bandstand in Capitola Village. These free events are made possible by the generousity of our sponsors. For an opportunity to be […]

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 […]

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 […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

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. […]

Food & Mood, Eating for Mental Health Thursday, August 6, 5 - 6pm We know that plant-based diets prevent and even treat chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes, but can they also help our mental health? . Join us for a conversation with Dr. Ulka Agarwal, M.D., a board-certified psychiatrist and plant-based nutrition researcher […]

Triple P Seminar: Raising Responsible Teens Thursday, August 10, 6 - :30pm Register: https://bit.ly/Responsible-Aug10 Attend this FREE virtual Seminar where you’ll learn positive parenting strategies to encourage your teen to become independent and responsible by: • Participating in family decisions • Being respectful & considerate • Being involved in family activities • Developing a healthy […]

Live Music on the Boardwalk Colonnade Thursdays, 8:30 - 10pm, June 15 – August 10 Enjoy FREE Live Music Thursdays throughout the summer on the Boardwalk Colonnade! Come for the rides, stay for the entertainment! June 15  SANG MATIZ June 22  MAN IN BLACK June 29 EXTRA LARGE July 6  FAST TIMES July 13  SANTA CRUDA […]

Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]

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 […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

Encompass TAY for Youth 12 - 18 Fridays, 10:30am - 12pm, August 1 - November 24 Encompass TAY (transition-age youth) meets at the Downtown Branch Library every Friday. Individuals aged 15-24 are invited to come and connect to useful resources. Most importantly, the resource center will serve as a trusted, welcoming place for youth to […]

Friday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!

Triple P Brief Group: Helping Teens Cope with Depression Fridays, August 4 , 11, 18, 25,  • 5:30 – 7:00 pm Attend this FREE virtual 4-week parenting group to learn: • Common causes and signs of depression in teens • What to do if you think your teen is depressed • Tips for helping teens […]

Family Friendly Movie Nights Friday, dusk, July 14 & August 11 Join us for family-friendly movie nights under the stars this summer and fall. Family Movie Nights is a series of free outdoor movie events. Movies begin at dusk. Low back chairs, blankets and jackets recommended. No alcohol, please. Come early and bring a picnic […]

Free Movies on the Boardwalk Beach Fridays 9pm, June 16 - August 11 There's nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs and saltwater taffy filling the air! Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair and join us! June 16  THE LOST BOYS June […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

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 […]

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 […]

Free Harbor Water Taxi All Summer Weekends, 11am - 6pm The free, inner-harbor water taxi is back in service for the summer! The water taxi will operate between 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, on summer weekends and holidays through Labor Day. Passengers may be picked up and dropped off at the following locations: X­1 Gate […]

CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]

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 […]

Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 9am - 5pm The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. Interested in vendor space? Call (831) […]

Free Harbor Water Taxi All Summer Weekends, 11am - 6pm The free, inner-harbor water taxi is back in service for the summer! The water taxi will operate between 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM, on summer weekends and holidays through Labor Day. Passengers may be picked up and dropped off at the following locations: X­1 Gate […]