The Nightmare before Nutcracker

The Landing 251 B Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA

The Nightmare before Nutcracker Thursday, October 23, 7pm; Friday, October 24, 7pm; Saturday, October 25, 1pm & 4:30pm Spine-Tingling Magic Unleashed: The Nightmare before Nutcracker premieres the Weekend before Halloween! A Halloween Weekend Happening! Come dressed in costume and experience our haunted lobby with spooky treats, games, and contests. This will be nothing like the […]

$20.50
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. […]

Día de los Muertos Celebration

Santa Cruz Musueum of Art and History (MAH 705 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA

Día de los Muertos Celebration Saturday, October 25, 1pm - 3pm Join us for the Día de los Muertos community celebration of traditional music, dance, and art at the MAH. This fall, the MAH invites you to our annual Día de los Muertos Celebration. On this beloved Oaxacan cultural holiday, the day will be filled […]

Free

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
Event Series GroovaRoo Dance

GroovaRoo Dance

RC Fam Center 1205 Freedom Bl #B3, Watsonville, CA, United States

GroovaRoo Dance 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 1:30 - 2:30pm Hey, Mamas! Have you heard of GroovaRoo Dance? It’s been a few years since these classes have been around in our county, but we’re back and if you’re looking for something fun to do with your little one (under 2yo) come dance with us! GroovaRoo Dance  […]

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
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

Fall Fest Saturday at Santa Cruz Bible

Santa Cruz Bible Church 440 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Fall Fest Saturday at Santa Cruz Bible Saturday, October 25, 4-7pm Join us for our biggest community event of the season, a night of laughter, candy, and carnival fun at Santa Cruz Bible Church Fall Fest! This event is FREE and open to the community—so invite your friends, neighbors, and coworkers to come celebrate with […]

Free

Haunted Harbor

Santa Cruz Harbor 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Haunted Harbor Saturday, October 25, 4–7pm Join us at Haunted Harbor for an evening of spooky fun and trick-or-treating. Participating in trick-or-treating qualifies for a Harboropoly stamp, so be sure to double up your fun! 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz 831.475.6161

Free

The Nightmare before Nutcracker

The Landing 251 B Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA

The Nightmare before Nutcracker Thursday, October 23, 7pm; Friday, October 24, 7pm; Saturday, October 25, 1pm & 4:30pm Spine-Tingling Magic Unleashed: The Nightmare before Nutcracker premieres the Weekend before Halloween! A Halloween Weekend Happening! Come dressed in costume and experience our haunted lobby with spooky treats, games, and contests. This will be nothing like the […]

$20.50

Fall Festival at WatsNaz Church

WatsNaz Church 710 Green Valley Rd., Watsonville, CA

Fall Festival at WatsNaz Church Saturday, October 25, 4:30-7pm Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and join us for a fun-filled Fall Festival at WatsNaz Church, 710 Green Valley Rd, Watsonville. Enjoy an evening of: Games & Activities for all ages Candy giveaways for the kids Delicious food Family-friendly fun and community celebration This is […]

Free

“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 […]

Santa Cruz Wharf Trick or Treating

Santa Cruz Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Wharf Trick or Treating Friday, Oct. 31, 3 – 6pm Trick-or-Treat your way down the Wharf. Join us for 13 days of Spooktacular fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19th - 31st! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt • Bring your bingo card to the Wharf any day during the 13 Days of […]