Events

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 […]

Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Sutter Maternity Postpartum Wellness Group Mondays 10:00-11:30am Call 831-477-2229 for log-in Santa Cruz County Moms only Pregnancy and childbirth usher in new responsibilities and profound emotions that can be both exciting and challenging. Sutter care centers have local support groups to help you and other soon-to-be or new parents reduce […]

Postpartum Support International   NEW SUPPORT GROUP! Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) is rare. It occurs in approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 deliveries.  After a PPP survivor's symptoms have been stabilized, peer support can be an important tool for recovery. Because PPP occurs less often than other perinatal mood disorders, survivors can go their […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Triple P Stepping Stones Workshop: Enjoying And Surviving the Holidays for families with children with special needs Monday, December 5, 6 - 7:30pm Attend this FREE virtual parenting workshop to learn: • Common causes of stress and how they affect parenting • Tips for preventing and handling parenting challenges during the holidays • Healthy ways […]

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 […]

Gateway School Day Tours Tuesday,  December 6, 9 - 11am Come and learn how Gateway School inspires children's innate curiosity and sense of wonder through daily exploration, discovery, and hands-on experiences. Visit www.gatewaysc.org and schedule a tour to experience all that Gateway has to offer!

First Tuesdays FREE Stroller Strides + Playgroup Join us for a FREE Stroller Strides® workout + playgroup on the 1st Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM at Seascape Park in Aptos! What is Stroller Strides? Stroller Strides is a functional, total-body conditioning workout designed for moms with kids in tow. Each 60-minute workout is […]

Arboretum Free Day First Tuesdays The first Tuesday of the month is free to non-members. The UC Santa Cruz Arboretum is a conservation garden of rare, endangered and extraordinary plants from around the world. We are open daily, 9am to 5pm.

RC Fam Center Toddler Bilingual Sensory Play Tuesdays/Martes, 10am-11am FREE with membership, $15 non-members GRATIS con membresía, $15 sin membresía More info/Para más información: 831-288-3105 — with Yesi Rocha and 10 others at RC Fam. RC Fam Center We commit to providing families with support systems that lead to finding connections, empowerment, and wellbeing for […]

Toddler Time at Scotts Valley Tuesdays 11am - 12pm, through Dec. 21 Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every Tuesday at 11am. https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

Homework Help Tuesdays 3 - 5pm, October 4 -  May 24 Bring your assignments to one of our FREE drop-in Homework Help sessions. Tuesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p. Students to grade 12. Call 831.427.7713 for more information. Locations: Capitola -  https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670439 Downtown - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9671013 Felton - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670550 La Selva Beach - https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9670470 Live Oak - […]

Make and Explore Scotts Valley Tuesdays,  3 - 5pm Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Scotts Valley Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts and exploration of the environment around us. Best for children 6+. Children under 6 […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Taller Triple P: Apoyando a su pareja Tuesday, December 6, 5:30 - 7pm Asista a este taller virtual GRATIS de crianza para aprender sobre: • Temas de crianza que pueden causar desacuerdos entre las parejas • Cómo cuidar de su relación en pareja y crear una vida familiar positiva • Herramientas para ayudar a las […]

Join the World Harmony Chorus Tuesdays, 6 - 7:30pm, starting September 20 The World Harmony Chorus fall session is starting up, and we'll be singing songs from Scandinavia to Brazil, and many places in-between. The Santa Cruz chorus rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, starting September 20. Everyone is welcome, there are no auditions […]

Coffee and Conversation Monthly September - May, 9 - 10:30am Join us for nine "Coffee Conversations" September - May presented by Parents of Mount Madonna School! The focus of this first meeting will be on the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals and how they can enhance our learning objectives at Mount Madonna School!

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 […]

Toddler Time Ocean Storytime and Crafts! Wednesdays 10 - 11am Come join us at the Sanctuary Exploration Center across from the Santa Cruz Wharf each Wednesday morning to do some ocean-themed crafts, listen to a story, and explore the Exploration Center!

Westside Marketplace and Food Trucks First Sundays 11am - 5pm The Westside Marketplace on the first Sundays of the month is where local art, handmade and vintage shopping meet delicious food! This collaboration between Food Trucks A Go Go and the Santa Cruz Mountains Makers Market presents a great mix of creators of all kinds! […]

Outside Toddler Time Capitola Wednesdays 11 - 11:20am, through December 14 Toddler Time is a weekly early literacy program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. Music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, and songs are a fun way for your child to learn while spending valuable social time with other children and their caregivers. Please arrive on time. […]

Toddler & Preschool Storytime at Boulder Creek Wednesdays 11am, June 29 - July 27 Come join Librarian Jackie for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-rennovated Boulder Creek Library Branch every Wednesday at 11am. Outdoor or indoor–weather and activity-dependent https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/9416790

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

A great selection of local artisan foodstuffs, delicious baked goods, and currently many unique, high quality options for grab-and-go lunch and dinner.

Make and Explore at Boulder Creek Wednesdays 2 - 4pm through December 28 Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Boulder Creek Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. […]

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through March 1, 2023 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to […]

R.E.A.D.: Reach Every Amazing Detail Wednesdays 3 - 5pm through March 1, 2023 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Wednesdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at Capitola and La Selva Beach Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December  3,  4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery and lifestyle shop specializing in houseplants, cactus & succulents, tropical plants, home goods, and gifts with two locations on the coast of California. Visit our […]

Free NAMI class in Spanish for parents starts next week! 6-week series begins Wednesday, Nov. 2, 6 -  8:30pm NAMI's Basics in Spanish is a free 6-week Spanish educational program for parents, guardians and other family caregivers who provide care for youth (age 17 or younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms. What Participants Gain: […]

Dads Support Group Wednesdays 7 - 8pm Join us in this group of fathers where you will find a community to share the challenges and joys of being a father. The topics covered will be guided according to the needs and interests of the parents. The group will be relaxed, confidential, and facilitated by a […]

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 […]

Attend A SafeTALK Workshop Novvember 8, 9am - 1pm  and Dec.ember 8, 10am - 2pm Attend a free safeTALK workshop on recognizing the warning signs of suicide.  SafeTALK , or Suicide Alertness for Everyone, is a 4-hour training that provides training in suicide alertness, equipping participants with the knowledge to recognize when a person might be having thoughts of suicide and how […]

La Selva Beach Book Discussion Group 2nd Thursdays, 10:30an - 12pm The LSB Adult Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30a to 12:00p.  The group will meet virtually via Zoom during the remodel.  All adults are welcome. Registration required: https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/7587480

Preschool Storytime Felton Thursdays, Felton, 11am  - 12pm, through Dec. 22 Preschool Storytime Felton meets in the the Felton Library to share stories, songs, and rhymes in a safe environment.  This 60 minute program is intended for children aged 0-6.  Do-it-yourself craft kits will be provided every week. Join Librarian Jackie in JJune for a […]

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

Virtual Aptos Book Discussion Group Monthly 2nd Thursdays 1 - 2:30pm The Aptos Library Book Discussion group meets on the second Thursday of the month from 1:00p - 2:30p and all adults are welcome. Reading selections will be made by the group with an emphasis on thought-provoking fiction and challenging non-fiction. Facilitator: Judy McNeely; judybookdoc@collegepathfinders.com. (January […]

Afternoon STEAM La Selva Beach Learn how to survive in the world of Minecraft.edu. Ages 8 to 18. Space is limited to 15 on a first-come basis. No advance registration.   Kids 6-11 years     Teens 12-18

Make and Explore at Felton Library Thursdays 3 - 5pm through January 5, 2023 Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Every week we will have a new project idea for you to build or explore. Projects will include Science, Arts & Crafts, including model building, and exploration of the environment around us. […]

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Downtown Thursdays 3 - 5pm, October 6 - March 9 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at the Downtown Library. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail Felton Thursdays 3 - 5pm, October 6 - March 9 R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for readers 2nd through 12th grade. Instructors are California credentialed teachers. Thursdays from 3:00p to 5:00p at the Felton Library. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only. For more information or to register, […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December  3,  4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery and lifestyle shop specializing in houseplants, cactus & succulents, tropical plants, home goods, and gifts with two locations on the coast of California. Visit our […]

Bethlehem 2022 December 8-11, 6:30 - 9pm Come join us on a journey to the Biblical city of Bethlehem. Be a part of history and witness the events that led up to the birth of Jesus Christ. See Joseph and Mary search the city for a place to stay, see the lowly shepherds get visited […]

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 […]

Linscott Charter School Craft Fair Friday, December 9, 10:30 - 11:45am Kid inspired crafts to support our school.      

Four Park Stores Holiday Sales Friday - Sunday,  December 9 - 11, 10am - 4pm The in-person Holiday Sale also grew to three days of savings. It will be held on Friday to Sunday, Dec. 9-11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four ParkStore locations: Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa […]

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

The Land of Milk and Honey Thursdays - Sundays, 12 - 6pm, September 1–December 31 An exhibition exploring the ideological concept of agriculture The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH) in partnership with the MexiCali Biennial is pleased to announce The Land of Milk and Honey, a traveling multidisciplinary arts and culture program […]

Christmas Craft Boutique Mount Hermon Friday, December 9,  1:30 - 7:30pm Saturday, December 10, 2022, 1:30 - 7:30pm< Sunday, December 11, 2022, 11am - 3pm Join us for Mount Hermon’s Christmas Crafts Boutique, featuring over 30 Craft Exhibitors with original and exclusive creations. Come and enjoy a cup of coffee or hot cider as you […]

Friday Pet Food Pantry Fridays 2-5pm Just a friendly reminder that our Pet Food Pantry is still happening every Friday from 3-5pm! Donate anytime!

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December  3,  4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery and lifestyle shop specializing in houseplants, cactus & succulents, tropical plants, home goods, and gifts with two locations on the coast of California. Visit our […]

Homemade Holiday Friday, December 9, 5 - 7pm Feel the warmth of the holidays at our cozy winter program ~ Channel your creativity into making a wreath, decorating a switch plate, and snap a photo at our selfie station. Our Homemade Holiday program will take place on Friday, December 9 from 5-7pm at our Main […]

Christmas in the Adobes Friday & Saturday, December 9 & 10, 5 - 9pm Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and California State Parks present the 38th Annual Christmas in the Adobes. Return to the days of Alta California during Monterey’s premier holiday event, Christmas in the Adobes. This early evening walking tour of Monterey’s […]

Holiday Lights 2022 Fridays- Sundays, 5:3, 6:30 or 7:30pm, November 25 - December 25 The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2021 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle enjoying spectacular lighted Holiday displays all around you. […]

Join the World Harmony Chorus Tuesdays, 6 - 7:30pm, starting September 20 The World Harmony Chorus fall session is starting up, and we'll be singing songs from Scandinavia to Brazil, and many places in-between. The Santa Cruz chorus rehearses on Tuesdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM, starting September 20. Everyone is welcome, there are no auditions […]

Peter Pan Jr Peter Pan Jr: December 9 & 10, 6:30pm and December 10 & 11, 1:30pm Seusical Jr: December 16 & 17, 7pm and December 17 & 18, 2pm Mark your calendars now for a phenomenal double-header this December at the London Nelson Center. We look forward to seeing you in the Holiday Parade […]

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 […]

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

Second Saturday Hikes New Year, New Growth. Come celebrate the new year with a short, 1.5-mile hike through Butano. Take in the majesty of the redwoods and revel in their resilience. Ponder over the new growth that has sprouted from the burn scar. This loop through the Six Bridges Trail and the main park road […]

Visit the Sloughs Watsonville Wetlands Watch is dedicated to the protection, restoration, and fostering of appreciation of the wetlands of the Pajaro Valley, especially involving members of the Watsonville community and the students of the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. Watsonville Wetlands Watch envisions a wetland ecosystem that thrives within Watsonville and the greater Pajaro […]

Water’s Extreme Journey Wednesday–Sunday, 10am – 4pm, September 3 - December 31 Visitors to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center this fall will be able to experience the journey of a single drop of water when they take part in Water’s Extreme Journey, a hands-on, interactive maze designed by Minotaur Mazes. The Water’s Extreme Journey maze takes visitors […]

Raising Rebels: Moving Beyond the Goal of Obedience Saturday, December 10, 10 - 11:30am We don’t need more obedient adults. We don’t need another generation of people who were taught to color inside the lines and think inside the box. So why is so much of the child rearing and discipline advice being given to […]

Four Park Stores Holiday Sales Friday - Sunday,  December 9 - 11, 10am - 4pm The in-person Holiday Sale also grew to three days of savings. It will be held on Friday to Sunday, Dec. 9-11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four ParkStore locations: Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa […]

Native American Christmas Market Saturday 10am - 5pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm, December 10 - 11 Sterling silver, beadwork, t-shirts, arts and crafts are some of the things that you will find at this event. OOOHHH and did I mention Indian tacos, rez dogs and fry bread..lol    

Daughters and Sons of the Beach Ukele Jam Saturdays, 10am - 12pm Strum Along every Saturday 10am -12pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Upcoming Uke Song List Strum Along every Wed 3:30 pm, on the beach behind the Crow's Nest Oldies but Goodies Movie Clips Search SOB old handouts   Sons of the Beach […]

Mini Fungus Fair Saturday, December 10, 11am to 3pm We're thrilled to the *gills* to announce the return of the (Mini) Fungus Fair! We're kicking-off the mushroom season with this FREE celebration in partnership with Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz - FFSC, featuring displays of local mushrooms, family friendly activities, vendors, and more. Free admission […]

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

Wilder Ranch Holiday Living History December 10, 11am – 3pm Join us for a family-friendly event with holiday-themed old-fashioned activities, crafts, and living history demonstrations. Step back in time with costumed docents as we turn back the clock to over 100 years ago. Watch machine shop and blacksmith demonstrations or take a tour of the […]

Wilder Ranch Living History Saturday, December 10, 11am - 3pm Join us for a family-friendly event with holiday-themed old-fashioned activities, crafts, and living history demonstrations. Step back in time with costumed docents as we turn back the clock to over 100 years ago. Watch machine shop and blacksmith demonstrations or take a tour of the […]

Holiday Open Studio Alexandra Sanders Saturdays, December 10 & 17, 11am - 4pm Come join me for a cheerful open studio with greeting cards, SILK PRINTS of my original designs, larger COTTON PRINTS, magnets, and TOTES. You can take a look at my many designs in my Etsy shop, LadyWhoLovesBirds. So just go to Etsy.com […]

Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center Holiday Sale & Open House Saturday, December 10, 12 – 5 pm Shop Local & Shop Small at the Art Center this holiday season! On Saturday, December 10, artists exhibiting in our holiday exhibit, The Gift of Art, will set up extra tables of their work. You are sure to […]

Boardwalk Winter Wonderland Saturdays & Sundays, December 3 - 18, 12 - 5pm Get in the holiday spirit at the Boardwalk Winter Wonderland. Celebrate the season at the beach! Activities Include Selection of Boardwalk Rides, Games, and Arcades   Festive Holiday Decorations and Lights (Including a 3-story tall Christmas tree!) Delicious Boardwalk Treats Boardwalk Racers: […]

Santa Downtown Santa Cruz Saturdays & Sundays in December Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, he wants to hear your Christmas wish list. Stop by to say hello on Saturdays & Sundays in […]

The Nutcracker with LIVE ORCHESTRA! Saturday & Sunday, December 10 & 11, 1pm & 4pm Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre's “The Nutcracker”. Celebrating 20 years at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium downtown, this holiday favorite is the only Nutcracker production in Santa Cruz county featuring a live orchestra. […]

Convivial Conveyances at Grace Episcopal Galleries Dec 10, 2022 - Jan 8, 2023 Visit us for a festive exhibition of transportation models including a South Pacific Coast Railroad (SPCRR) Model on display in our community holiday exhibition at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum, Grace Gallery. Grace Episcopal Gallery  12547 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek CA 95006 Open […]

Peter Pan Jr Peter Pan Jr: December 9 & 10, 6:30pm and December 10 & 11, 1:30pm Seusical Jr: December 16 & 17, 7pm and December 17 & 18, 2pm Mark your calendars now for a phenomenal double-header this December at the London Nelson Center. We look forward to seeing you in the Holiday Parade […]

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  […]

Christmas Craft Boutique Mount Hermon Friday, December 9,  1:30 - 7:30pm Saturday, December 10, 2022, 1:30 - 7:30pm< Sunday, December 11, 2022, 11am - 3pm Join us for Mount Hermon’s Christmas Crafts Boutique, featuring over 30 Craft Exhibitors with original and exclusive creations. Come and enjoy a cup of coffee or hot cider as you […]

Madagascar Jr December 10 & 11, 2pm At New York’s Central Park Zoo, Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria, the hip-hip hippo, are best of friends. When Marty escapes, the other three break free to look for him, only to find themselves reunited on a ship en route to Mother […]

The Fire's Very Scottish Christmas Saturday, December 10, 3pm and 7:30pm On December 10th, The Fire presents their fan-favorite holiday show titled "The Fire’s Very Scottish Christmas" at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz, CA. Prepare to be inspired as California’s favorite Scottish music trio joins forces with both Scottish and Irish dancers for […]

Fantasy of Lights 2022 Drive-though, Tuesday, December 6 - Friday, December 30, 6 - 10pm Walk-through, December 3 & 4, 4 - 9pm ADMISSION WITH PREPAID TICKETS ONLY (Available November 1st through Eventbrite) Fantasy of Lights is a spectacular 1.5 mile drive- through extravaganza of holiday lights and displays for the entire family. Enjoy a […]

The Nutcracker with LIVE ORCHESTRA! Saturday & Sunday, December 10 & 11, 1pm & 4pm Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre's “The Nutcracker”. Celebrating 20 years at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium downtown, this holiday favorite is the only Nutcracker production in Santa Cruz county featuring a live orchestra. […]

Holiday Tree Walk November 25-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cocoa while greeting Santa Claus. In town, enjoy winter themed activities. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Dig Gardens Holiday Wreaths With a Twist Workshop December  3,  4, 7, 8, 9, 10 Create a show stopping wreath with succulents and air plants! We are a locally-owned nursery and lifestyle shop specializing in houseplants, cactus & succulents, tropical plants, home goods, and gifts with two locations on the coast of California. Visit our […]

Christmas in the Adobes Friday & Saturday, December 9 & 10, 5 - 9pm Monterey State Historic Park Association (MSHPA) and California State Parks present the 38th Annual Christmas in the Adobes. Return to the days of Alta California during Monterey’s premier holiday event, Christmas in the Adobes. This early evening walking tour of Monterey’s […]

Pop the Cork & Paint Majestic Winter Trees Saturday, December 10, 5 - 7pm The Historic Brookdale Lodge presents "Pop the Cork & Paint" with local artist and instructor, Sarah Orre on Saturday, December 10 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. No painting experience necessary! December's theme: Majestic Winter Trees Tickets sold in advance: brookdale-lodge.ticketleap.com/pop-and-paint-20220618 Sarah […]

Parents Night Out 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 5:30 - 8:30pm Our February Parents Night Out dates have plenty of availability for sign ups! This 3-hour long event includes gymnastics activities, coach supervision, arts & crafts, and pizza for dinner. Call us at 831-464-2847 or stop by the gym to make your reservation! Time: 5:30 - […]

Holiday Lights 2022 Fridays- Sundays, 5:3, 6:30 or 7:30pm, November 25 - December 25 The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2021 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle enjoying spectacular lighted Holiday displays all around you. […]

Peter Pan Jr Peter Pan Jr: December 9 & 10, 6:30pm and December 10 & 11, 1:30pm Seusical Jr: December 16 & 17, 7pm and December 17 & 18, 2pm Mark your calendars now for a phenomenal double-header this December at the London Nelson Center. We look forward to seeing you in the Holiday Parade […]

The Fire's Very Scottish Christmas Saturday, December 10, 3pm and 7:30pm On December 10th, The Fire presents their fan-favorite holiday show titled "The Fire’s Very Scottish Christmas" at the Kuumbwa Jazz Center in Santa Cruz, CA. Prepare to be inspired as California’s favorite Scottish music trio joins forces with both Scottish and Irish dancers for […]

Cantiamo Performs Handel's Messiah Saturday, December 10, 8pm Cantiamo! is thrilled to present this chamber performance of Handel’s Messiah! Come hear this iconic work as it was written to be performed, by a small, intimate choir and orchestra and with a freshness, vitality, and a creativity that inspires all ages. Beethoven proclaimed Handel to be […]

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) […]

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

Four Park Stores Holiday Sales Friday - Sunday,  December 9 - 11, 10am - 4pm The in-person Holiday Sale also grew to three days of savings. It will be held on Friday to Sunday, Dec. 9-11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at four ParkStore locations: Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa […]

Native American Christmas Market Saturday 10am - 5pm & Sunday 10am - 4pm, December 10 - 11 Sterling silver, beadwork, t-shirts, arts and crafts are some of the things that you will find at this event. OOOHHH and did I mention Indian tacos, rez dogs and fry bread..lol    

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, […]

Photos with Santa Friday, November 25, 1 - 9pm Capitola Mall Hours: Nov. 25 -Dec. 12: Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Sunday 11am - 6pm (Break 2:30 - 3) Dec. 13 - Dec. 23: Daily 11am - 7pm (Break 3-4) Dec. 24: 11am - 4pm Jolly Tuesdays: Kids get […]

Christmas Craft Boutique Mount Hermon Friday, December 9,  1:30 - 7:30pm Saturday, December 10, 2022, 1:30 - 7:30pm< Sunday, December 11, 2022, 11am - 3pm Join us for Mount Hermon’s Christmas Crafts Boutique, featuring over 30 Craft Exhibitors with original and exclusive creations. Come and enjoy a cup of coffee or hot cider as you […]

Boardwalk Winter Wonderland Saturdays & Sundays, December 3 - 18, 12 - 5pm Get in the holiday spirit at the Boardwalk Winter Wonderland. Celebrate the season at the beach! Activities Include Selection of Boardwalk Rides, Games, and Arcades   Festive Holiday Decorations and Lights (Including a 3-story tall Christmas tree!) Delicious Boardwalk Treats Boardwalk Racers: […]

Santa Downtown Santa Cruz Saturdays & Sundays in December Santa is coming back to Santa Cruz and he can't wait to visit with you and hear all about the adventures you've had this year. And of course, he wants to hear your Christmas wish list. Stop by to say hello on Saturdays & Sundays in […]

The Nutcracker with LIVE ORCHESTRA! Saturday & Sunday, December 10 & 11, 1pm & 4pm Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre's “The Nutcracker”. Celebrating 20 years at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium downtown, this holiday favorite is the only Nutcracker production in Santa Cruz county featuring a live orchestra. […]

Convivial Conveyances at Grace Episcopal Galleries Dec 10, 2022 - Jan 8, 2023 Visit us for a festive exhibition of transportation models including a South Pacific Coast Railroad (SPCRR) Model on display in our community holiday exhibition at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum, Grace Gallery. Grace Episcopal Gallery  12547 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek CA 95006 Open […]

Peter Pan Jr Peter Pan Jr: December 9 & 10, 6:30pm and December 10 & 11, 1:30pm Seusical Jr: December 16 & 17, 7pm and December 17 & 18, 2pm Mark your calendars now for a phenomenal double-header this December at the London Nelson Center. We look forward to seeing you in the Holiday Parade […]

Madagascar Jr December 10 & 11, 2pm At New York’s Central Park Zoo, Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe and Gloria, the hip-hip hippo, are best of friends. When Marty escapes, the other three break free to look for him, only to find themselves reunited on a ship en route to Mother […]

Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas Sunday, December 11, 3pm Now in its 27th season, Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas brings traditional Irish musicians and dancers to enthralled audiences across the country. At its center is native Irish storyteller, Tomáseen Foley. A Celtic Christmas springs from the infinitely rich treasury of Ireland’s cultural heritage: a re-creation […]

Winter Swap and Trade Sunday, December 11, 3 - 6pm Hey Everyone!! We’re so excited to announce our first swap/trade event! What does that mean? Bring on by your unused clothing, toys & small decor items no longer needed & swap it out for something else someone else may have! It’s a win, win! Someone […]

Carmichael Trail Sunset Hike December 11, 3:30 - 5pm Join Aniko of County Park Friends to ring in the holiday season and balance out those treats as we connect and hike together towards the sunset in our beautiful parks. On Dec11th, we'll hike the beautiful Carmichael Trail into Nisene Marks. Park and gather at Kamian […]

The Nutcracker with LIVE ORCHESTRA! Saturday & Sunday, December 10 & 11, 1pm & 4pm Experience the magic of the holiday season with Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre's “The Nutcracker”. Celebrating 20 years at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium downtown, this holiday favorite is the only Nutcracker production in Santa Cruz county featuring a live orchestra. […]

Holiday Tree Walk November 25-27, December 3-4, 10-11, 17-18 Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cocoa while greeting Santa Claus. In town, enjoy winter themed activities. Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front […]

Holiday Lights Train November 25-26, December 3-4, 12-13, 17-23 A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz.  Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on […]

Holiday Lights 2022 Fridays- Sundays, 5:3, 6:30 or 7:30pm, November 25 - December 25 The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2021 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Enjoy a magical evening in the warmth of your vehicle enjoying spectacular lighted Holiday displays all around you. […]