Midtown Summer Block Party Fridays through September 29 - 5:00 to 8:30ish Come Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at our Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors The summer series of free events will feature the talents of 30+ local bands. In addition to live music, event […]
Free Daily Entertainment June 19 - August 11 Enjoy FREE entertainment every day! Add more fun to your visit and see magicians, jugglers, acrobats and more perform at two locations in the park. Engaging performers invite you to be a part of the FREE show! Entertainers and Entertainment Schedule: https://beachboardwalk.com/shows/
Nature Explorers Summer Camp 2023 July 26- - August 4 Through exploration, experimentation, and experiences outdoors the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History hopes to inspire future scientists during our weekly day camps. Join us to discover a passion for nature, learning, and community. All Nature Explorers camps connect campers to their environment in fun […]
Shakespeare for All Ages May 1 ticket sales open Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS), a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County celebrating its 10th anniversary, today announced tickets go on sale to the public May 1 for its Summer 2023 season, with productions of Shakespeare’s King Lear, The Taming of the Shrew and Lauren Gunderson’s The Book of Will. All productions will […]
Heritage Events at Roaring Camp All Summer Heritage sounds like something old. Unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket: Monday: Blacksmith Tuesday: Printing Press Wednesday: Candle Making Thursday: Crafts Friday: Gold Panning Buy Tickets
California Musical Saw Festival Sunday, July 30, 10am - 5pm, Musical Saw-Off Contest: 11am Saturday - July 29, 1 - 3pm, Street jam in front of Bookshop Santa Cruz "The California Musical Saw Festival is free and will have continuous music from 11:00am until 5:00pm, including the saw contest and other entertainment featuring individual sawplayers […]
YouthSERVE Summer Institute Mondays - Thursdays: June 19 - 22 & 26 - 29; July 24 - 27 & July 31 - August 3 Join YouthSERVE this summer and make a difference in our community while having a blast and making friends. The YouthSERVE Summer Institute offers a FREE 4-week program, ages 11-18, that lets […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Free Days California State Parks January 16: Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. April 22: First day of National Park Week August 4: Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act September 23: National Public Lands Day November 11: Veterans Day Include a park free day in your future! Some of these are nearby! The national […]
Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk Saturday, August 5, 6:45am The 2nd Annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, August 5, at Ramsay Park in Watsonville. The races start and finish at Ramsay. The Strawberry Jam Fun Run is presented by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services and the Rotary […]
Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Shakespeare for All Ages May 1 ticket sales open Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS), a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County celebrating its 10th anniversary, today announced tickets go on sale to the public May 1 for its Summer 2023 season, with productions of Shakespeare’s King Lear, The Taming of the Shrew and Lauren Gunderson’s The Book of Will. All productions will […]
Heritage Events at Roaring Camp All Summer Heritage sounds like something old. Unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket: Monday: Blacksmith Tuesday: Printing Press Wednesday: Candle Making Thursday: Crafts Friday: Gold Panning Buy Tickets
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf May 9, 6 - 8pm We are looking forward to sunny days and live music at the Santa Cruz Wharf! Please sure to check out the first concert of the Tuesday Night Live Concert Series at the Santa Cruz Wharf on May 9th! The City […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Downtown Antique Faire 2nd Sundays, 8am - 5pm The Santa Cruz Antique Faire is on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 8am-5pm. Vendors offer an eclectic blend of antiques and unique items, vintage clothing, collectibles and more! Visit the Antique Faire on Lincoln Street between Pacific and Cedar. Interested in vendor space? Call (831) […]
CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSICJuly 30 - August 13 Free Rehearsals: Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 - 9:30pm Join Cabrillo Festival's Celebration of Rhythm & Sound! “Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place […]
Shakespeare for All Ages May 1 ticket sales open Santa Cruz Shakespeare (SCS), a nationally recognized professional theater company in Santa Cruz County celebrating its 10th anniversary, today announced tickets go on sale to the public May 1 for its Summer 2023 season, with productions of Shakespeare’s King Lear, The Taming of the Shrew and Lauren Gunderson’s The Book of Will. All productions will […]
Heritage Events at Roaring Camp All Summer Heritage sounds like something old. Unless you’re talking Heritage Events at Roaring Camp Free Heritage Events with the purchase of a Roaring Camp train ticket: Monday: Blacksmith Tuesday: Printing Press Wednesday: Candle Making Thursday: Crafts Friday: Gold Panning Buy Tickets
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Trinity Rivers Equestrian Camp Sessions run from June 5th through July 24th Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm Looking for a fun summer venture? Perhaps a new after school activity? Or maybe just looking to start a new life long love and passion? Our incredible staff would love to help your child learn […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Trinity Rivers Equestrian Camp Sessions run from June 5th through July 24th Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm Looking for a fun summer venture? Perhaps a new after school activity? Or maybe just looking to start a new life long love and passion? Our incredible staff would love to help your child learn […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Trinity Rivers Equestrian Camp Sessions run from June 5th through July 24th Monday - Thursday 9 am - 3:30 pm Looking for a fun summer venture? Perhaps a new after school activity? Or maybe just looking to start a new life long love and passion? Our incredible staff would love to help your child learn […]
William Saroyan's Life and Works Thursday, August 17, 5pm William Saroyan, one of the most famous Americans from the 1930s through 50s, wrote some of the most beloved works of fiction and drama in American history. Son of Armenian immigrants, his work emphasized the outsider, and won praise and awards ranging from the Pulitzer to […]
Race Thru The Redwoods 2023 Sunday, August 20, Kids Race starts at 8:10 am; 10K Race starts at 8:30 am The Race Thru The Redwoods starts and finishes at Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton, California. The majority of the 10K race takes place under the redwoods in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. The first mile […]
Junior and Little Ranger Programs June through August Hey parents! Are you looking for FREE childcare this summer? Have your 7 - 12 year olds join us for Junior Ranger Programs where they can explore the natural world through projects, experiments, art, nature journaling, and more! Junior Ranger programs are happening in parks all across […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Pescadero Arts & Fun Festival Saturday & Sunday, 10am - 6pm, August 19 & 20 Welcome to the Pescadero Arts and Fun Festival, a quaint gathering of artists and artisans, locals and out-of-towners alike, showcasing their creativity and enjoying a down home, country good time. Founded in 1991 by a group of local artists seeking […]
Ninety vendors, of which most are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer pastured grass fed meats and poultry, sustainable fish, oysters, handcrafted cheeses....
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Free Books All Summer June - August There’s nothing better than giving out free books all summer! We are looking for adult volunteers to help give out free books at events this summer. It's great if you have some Spanish and are able to do set up and clean up. We will confirm dates with […]
Monterey Bay Festival of Birds Thursday - Saturday, October 13 - 15 The Monterey Bay Bird Festival is put on by the Bird School Project This is our second year hosting the festival and we are so excited to bring this birding event and celebration back to life for our local and worldwide community! We […]
Organic produce from local farms, tree ripened fruits, dried fruit and nuts, fresh bread, pastries, seafood, pasture-raised organic meats and more