Event Series “Weather and the Whale”

“Weather and the Whale”

Institute of the Arts and Sciences 100 Panetta Ave, Santa Cruz, CA

"Weather and the Whale" Tuesday–Sunday 12–5pm, through October 12 Weather and the Whale is a major exhibition project featuring immersive displays of original science research and newly commissioned contemporary artworks. Working at the intersections of art and science to connect people to the impacts of climate change, the project brings leading artists into collaboration with […]

Free

Westside Farmers Market

Westside Farmers Market Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The market showcases a great selection of 100% certified organic produce, artisan foods, wine, body products, tinctures, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats, flowers and eggs along with cook-to-order cuisine, live local music and full espresso bar

Free

Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party

Roaring Camp 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, United States

Thomas & Percy’s Halloween Party Saturdays & Sundays 9am-5pm, October 4-5, 11-12, 18-19 , 25-26 Dress up for Halloween with favorites Thomas and Percy, for a 25 minute train ride, entertainment, and fun filled activities for the entire family. Please note: The first weekend is Thomas the Train only—Percy joins us for the second, third, […]

$27 – $31

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Big Basin Park 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Saturdays 11am-12pm Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk […]

Free

WATs Up Block Party

Watsonville High School 250 East Beach Street, Watsonville, CA, United States

WATs Up Block Party Saturday, October 4, 11am-3pm Join us at a Watsonville block party with an electric twist. Enjoy local bands, food, dancing and test out the latest EVs and e-bikes! All Local. All Fun. All Electric. Say WAT’s UP to the most energizing block party of the year. There’s an activity for everyone- […]

Free
Event Series Pleistocene Pop-Up

Pleistocene Pop-Up

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Pleistocene Pop-Up Sept 30 – Oct 12 only October is almost here, and so is National Fossil Day (10/15)! To celebrate, we’re bringing you an exclusive sneak peek at rarely seen Ice Age fossils recently unearthed right here in Santa Cruz County. Don’t miss the 'Pleistocene Pop-Up', on display Sept 30 – Oct 12 only! […]

Zoom Honk Smash Touch-a-Truck Fundraiser

Capitola Mall Capitola, CA, United States

Zoom Honk Smash Touch-a-Truck Fundraiser Saturday, October 4, 11am-4pm CALLING ALL TRUCKS & HEAVY EQUIPMENT! Get ready for ZOOM, HONK, SMASH - the most spectacular family event of the year! We're looking for amazing vehicles to inspire the next generation of public service heroes, equipment operators, and community champions! Fire trucks • Buses • Construction […]

Free

We need Pumpkins for Big Messy Fun

Capitola Mall Parking Lot 1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA

Big Messy Fun Saturday, October 4, 11am-4pm We are in search for some pumpkins to SMASH at our Zoom Honk Smash Touch a Truck event on Oct 4! Please email us Jamie@sccmod.org or call 831-316-5200. We are also in search of a farm to donate the pumpkin guts to! https://www.sccmod.org/zhs    

Free

Zoom Honk Smash Touch-a-Truck

Capitola Mall Parking Lot 1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA

ZOOM HONK SMASH: Touch-A-Truck Saturday, October 4, 11am - 4pm The Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery proudly presents ZOOM HONK SMASH: Touch-A-Truck – the most spectacular free family event in Santa Cruz County! ​ CLIMB ABOARD THE ACTION!  Get behind the wheel of real fire trucks, massive concrete mixers, police vehicles, towering cranes, and even […]

Free

Harvest Festival Downtown Santa Cruz

22 Church St Santa Cruz, CA

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 […]

Free
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

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. […]

Telling Stores of Mexican California

Faye G. Belardi Memorial Gallery 6299 Gushee St, Felton

Telling Stores of Mexican California September 21 - November 16;  Gallery hours are Thursday, Saturday & Sunday from 1-4 pm Opening reception Sunday, September 21, 2 - 4pm Faye G. Belardi Gallery Learn about California’s history leading up to statehood as a backdrop to the factual and fictional stories that emerged after the US takeover.Opening […]

Free

Ben Lomond Scottish Day

Ben Lomond County Park 9525 Mill St, Ben Lomond, CA

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 […]

Free

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