Rhythms from Around the World Saturday, December 6, 2:30-4pm Join Dror's engaging presentation, "Rhythms from Around the World," to explore diverse percussion instruments from the Middle East to West Africa, including the Bendir, Riq, Doumbek, and Djembe. Experience the rich history and unique rhythms of each instrument in this educational and entertaining musical journey! Dror's […]
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 […]
"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 […]
Santa Cruz Lighted Boat Parade 2025 Saturday, December 2, 5:30 - 7pm The Lighted Boat Parade features 50 beautifully-decorated power and sailboats parading through the Santa Cruz Harbor. This is a family event with hot drinks and snacks available at various locations through the south harbor. The parade takes place in the South Harbor between […]
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 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 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 […]
Holiday Glow Guide & Contest December Light Up Santa Cruz! Holiday Glow Guide & Contest Registration is Open Spread Holiday Cheer: Join the 2025 Santa Cruz Holiday Glow Guide & Contest. Ready to deck your halls and your home? Join the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department for the 2025 Holiday Glow Guide […]
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Familypower Boundary Skills for ages 7-12 with their adults Sunday, December 11, 10-11am Boundary skills help people of all ages have more fun and fewer problems with people – including friends and family members! This program covers boundary-setting skills and strategies to stay safe with ourselves and others emotionally and physically. Learn how to use […]
Monthly Wharf Walks Monterey, CA. February 22, 2021. Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf Association continues the monthly Wharf Walks with noted Monterey Bay Fisheries Historian and author, Tim Thomas. On Sunday, March 7th, the monthly "Wharf Walks - Walking Tours at Monterey's Old Fisherman's Wharf that are held on the first Sunday of every month from 10:00 […]
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 […]
Join us for a Very Aptos Christmas Market Sunday, December 7, 10am–2pm Our annual Holiday Market is Sunday, Dec. 7 from 10am–2pm, and we’d love to celebrate with you! Enjoy a joyful mix of makers and artists offering locally made treasures crafted with love. It’s the perfect spot to find heartfelt holiday gifts and support […]
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!
Winter Holidays Open House Castro Adobe State Historic Park Sunday, December 7, 10:30am - 3pm Feel the warmth of the holiday season at the Castro Adobe State Historic Park’s festive December open house. Step back in time at this beautifully restored two-story adobe hacienda, built in 1849, and experience the sights, sounds, and stories of early […]
