Marini's Gingerbread House Classes Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December! Friday Class 5 - 7pm; Saturday & Sunday Class 5:30 - 7:30pm There is still time to join us for our Gingerbread Classes! $60 per person for a class 8 people in each class! All classes MUST be booked and confirmed by Nick or […]
Free Holiday Movies December It's that time of year again! Get cozy, grab some hot chocolate, and settle in for a special holiday movie night! Kanopy has expanded their collection of holiday movies, and they have something for everyone. All you need is your library card to stream dozens of holiday films for free! To […]
Polar Express Friday, December 2, 6:00pm Join us for Family Movie Night!
Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade December 3, 10am – 12pm The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration. One never knows exactly what to expect at the Parade, but you can be sure to expect the whole community to show up and have a great time – and of course, […]
Winter Open House Saturday, December 3, Free Nature Crafts 10am - 2pm, Free Admission 10am - 5pm Join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for a free and festive day celebrating the changing of the seasons. Enjoy complimentary cookies and cider while making nature-inspired crafts — from naturally dyed bandanas to locally foraged wreaths. […]
Boys and Girls Club Holiday Craft & Food Fair Saturday December 3, 11am - 2pm The Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County invites local children and artists who enjoy arts & crafts, baking, and/or cooking to rent a table at our annual craft & food fair. Decorate a table and sell homemade goods […]
Popup Makers Market Downtown Saturday, December 3, 11am - 4pm NEW LOCATION!! It’s raining tomorrow and we’ve hustled to find an inside space for the holiday pop-up! Come out and shop small with 35+ local makers and artists - SATURDAY DEC 3 from 11-4 at the Santa Cruz Vets Hall - 846 Front St - […]
Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]
Aptos Chamber Holiday Craft Fair and Tree Lighting Join us for an afternoon filled with holiday cheer, local craft vendors, music, drinks, and of course a visit with Santa. Visit www.aptoschamber.com for more information .
Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery and lifestyle shop specializing in houseplants, cactus & succulents, tropical plants, home goods, and gifts with two locations on the coast of California. Visit our […]
Fantasy of Lights 2022 Drive-though, Tuesday, December 6 - Friday, December 30, 6 - 10pm Walk-through, December 3 & 4, 4 - 9pm ADMISSION WITH PREPAID TICKETS ONLY (Available November 1st through Eventbrite) Fantasy of Lights is a spectacular 1.5 mile drive- through extravaganza of holiday lights and displays for the entire family. Enjoy a […]
Holiday Tree Walk November 25-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cocoa while greeting Santa Claus. In town, enjoy winter themed activities. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front […]
Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]
Santa Cruz Lighted Boat Parade Saturday, December 3, 5:30pm The Parade in an annual event at the Santa Cruz Harbor where decorated boats circle the harbor shortly after sunset (5:30pm). This year's theme is Deck the Hulls. The parade takes place on December 3rd 2022 and starts at 5:30pm. Plan ahead and leave yourself extra […]
Holiday Lights 2022 Fridays- Sundays, 5:3, 6:30 or 7:30pm, November 25 - December 25 The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2021 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle enjoying spectacular lighted Holiday displays all around you. […]
