Event Series Science Saturdays

Science Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

Science Saturdays Saturdays 1 - 2pm Join us every Saturday from 3 - 4:30pm for fun and interactive science adventures at the Children's Museum of Discovery! Each week, we’ll bring learning to life through engaging science lessons, followed by hands-on activities designed to spark creativity and curiosity for all. From exciting experiments to interactive demos, Science […]

Free – $10
Event Series READ program with Ziggy the mini

READ program with Ziggy the mini

A ranch in Watsonville

READ program with Ziggy the mini One hour Sessions, 1pm and 2pm, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, beginning  November 30 and December 1 READ program (Reading Equine Art Duo) with Ziggy the mini was designed to strengthen reading skills in a fun, creative way. Students experience nature, art, and animals in a relaxed, calming environment. […]

Event Series Elf Jr.

Elf Jr.

London Nelson Community Center 301 Center St, Santa Cruz, United States

Elf Jr. 2pm: November 22, 23, 29, 30 6:30pm: November 22, 23, 28, 29 As CYT Santa Cruz’s cast of Elf JR. enters their tech week, here’s a reminder to buy your tickets. Join us in the Big Apple at London Nelson to see Buddy, Santa and his Elves, and the people of New York bring […]

$20 – $28
Event Series Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos

Aptos Library 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA

Afternoon STEAM: Lego No-So Simple Machines Aptos Saturdays 2 - 3:30pm, through July 26 Learn how to create Lego devices using simple machines (gears, levers, pulleys, and swivels). Participants work at their own pace. Once their device will work manually, then it will be motorize. Builders will learn how to program motors using Lego WeDo software. […]

Free

Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s A Christmas Carol 2pm Shows

Veterans Memorial Building 840 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Santa Cruz Shakespeare's A Christmas Carol November 26 through December 24, 2pm & 7pm options Join us for Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s annual adaptation of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol. Running November 26 through Christmas Eve at the Veterans Memorial Hall at 846 Front St. in Downtown Santa Cruz. Audiences can again expect a theatrical and […]

$20 – $70
Event Series Paint & Play Saturdays

Paint and Play Saturdays

Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery - MOD 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States

Paint and Play Saturdays Saturdays 10:30am Unleash creativity and have a blast with colors at MOD's Paint & Play! Recommended for ages 4 and up, this informal class is perfect for anyone who can independently use a paintbrush. Learn a variety of fun painting techniques, from basic strokes to more advanced styles, while letting your […]

Free – $10

Free Workshop “Give Your Kids Wings to Fly”

Next Space Coworking (Opp Abbott Square, downtown Santa Cruz) Next Space Coworking, Opposite Abbott Square, Santa Cruz, CA

"Give Your Kids Wings to Fly" Saturdays 4-6pm Join this fun and interactive 2-hour workshop with your kids (ages 8–12) and watch them soar as high as their creativity and imagination can take them! This free workshop is led by the 3DE Club—an online after-school program that helps kids develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and financial skills […]

Free
Event Series Sparky’s Holiday Lights

Sparky’s Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds

Santa Cruz County Fair Grounds 2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA, United States

Sparky’s Holiday Lights Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights, November 28 - December 24 Bonus nights December 22 - 24 Gather your loved ones and kick off the season— Sparky's Holiday Lights at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Sparky is here to light up the nights (and your smiles) at this year's magical drive-thru and walk-thru […]

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025

Kianti's 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance Fridays & Saturdays 6pm & 8pm through the New Year Kianti’s celebrates 21 years of performances and is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the […]

Live Oak Farmers Market

Live Oak Farmers Market 15th & Eastcliff Dr, Live Oak, CA, United States

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

Free
Event Series Community Crafters Boulder Creek

Community Crafters Boulder Creek

Boulder Creek Library 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Community Crafters Boulder Creek and/or Felton Boulder Creek Library: Saturdays 10am - 12pm  Felton Library: 4th Wednesday 10:30am-2:30pm Come join amazing teachers from the community to learn a new craft or art process, and have a space dedicated to work on projects with others every week. We plan to learn a new craft or art […]

Free

MOD’s Festive Wreath-Making WorkshopMOD’s Festive Wreath-Making Workshop

Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery MOD 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, United States

MOD’s Festive Wreath-Making Workshop Sunday, November 30, 10am-12pm or 12pm-2pm Escape the holiday chaos and create lasting memories with friends at MOD’s Festive Wreath-Making Workshop! Indulge in the delightful scents of fresh greenery, ribbons, and ornaments as you craft your perfect holiday centerpiece in our cozy Tinker Space. Let the kids explore the museum while […]

$40 – $45
Event Series HOLIDAY POP-UP

HOLIDAY POP-UP

1407 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz, CA

HOLIDAY POP-UP and coming!! Fridays-Sundays 10am-5pm, November 28-30, December 5-7, 12-13 & 19-20 Join us for a special pop-up for four weekends (Fri-Sun) starting THIS weekend, NOV 28-30! 1407 Pacific Ave. Sponsored by @firstfridaysantacruz Check our website scmmakersmarket.com for all the details!

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market

Corralitos Farm & Garden Market 127 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA, United States

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, […]

Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday

Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday Through January 3: Tuesday-Sunday 11am-5pm The Santa Cruz SPCA’s Home for the Holidays event starts TODAY -- and our adoptable animals are ready!! Like, brushed-their-fur-and-everything ready. From NOW through Jan 3, you can meet your future snuggle buddy AND enjoy waived adoption fees for the following animal categories: […]