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. […]
Ice Skating by the Bay in Monterey 11/24/2023 - 12/31/2023 Located in the Custom House Plaza behind the Portola Hotel & Spa Celebrate the holidays amidst the scenic coastline at Ice Skating by the Bay's seasonal ice skating rink located in Custom House Plaza behind Portola Hotel & Spa. Skaters can spend the day in […]
Christmas on the Wharf Fridays - Sundays, Dec 2 - 18, 10 am- 10pm Bundle up, bring a folding chair and join us for some wonderful free entertainment at Old Fisherman's Wharf! Check out the Holiday Entertainment Schedule on the Christmas on the Wharf event page on www.montereywharf.com There will be a variety of holiday […]
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 […]
Mini Nutcracker performances at Colonnade Stage December 3 & 4, Time tbd Enjoy a mini Nutcracker performance on the Boardwalk!
Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop Holiday Open House Sunday, December 4, 10am - 3pm Join us this Sunday, Dec 4th for our annual Norrie’s Gift & Garden Shop Holiday Open House! You’ll find yourself surrounded by an array of handmade wreaths, ornaments, centerpieces, succulent dish gardens, fine woodwork and more. This event is from 10am-3pm, […]
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 […]
Hallcrest Holiday Market Sunday, December 4, 11am - 5pm Over 50 vendors, kids crafts, family photos, scavenger hunts, wine, food and a visit from Santa Claus, make sure you’re following the events page so you can stay up to date with the all day schedule as it rolls out!
Be Natural Music Free Fall Concert Series December 4, 12:30-4:30pm, Abbott Square Stage in Santa Cruz Be Natural Music will close its Fall Concert Season and Fundraising Campaign on Sunday, December 4th on the Abbott Square stage. There will be seven bands showcasing their extraordinary talents on the Live Stage! Help keep their studio doors […]
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 […]
SLV Museum Holiday Craft Workshop Sunday, December 4, 3 - 6pm Enjoy creating holiday themed craft projects at six craft stations. There are three shifts one hour apart so please sign up at your preferred time slot. This is a popular annual event so please let us know if you cannot make your slot. If […]
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 […]
