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SUMMARY:Watsonville Strawberry Festival & Strawberry Jam Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Strawberry Festival & Strawberry Jam Run 2026\nFriday\, July 31 from 5–9pm\, Kick-off: Live Music & Carnival Rides only\nSaturday\, August 1 from 11am – 8pm\, Strawberry Jam Fun Run/Walk\, Carnival\, Entertainment\, Food\, Arts & Crafts\, Strawberries & More\nSunday\, August 2 from 11am – 7pm\, Carnival\, Entertainment\, Food\, Arts & Crafts\, Strawberries & More\nJoin us for the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a safe\, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Join us for a full weekend of carnival attractions\, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans\, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience. Delicious foods\, family activities\, vendors\, and live entertainment! \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded in 1994 to help downtown Watsonville recover from the Loma Prieta earthquake. The festival now exists to provide a safe\, family-friendly experience in downtown Watsonville; recognize the largest and most valuable crop in the Pajaro Valley; and provide non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds and public awareness of their work and how their work makes Watsonville a better place for everyone. \n\nGet ready to run for the berries!\n\n\nJoin us for the annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services. Lace up your shoes\, bring your friends\, and let’s make it a berry fun day!\n\n\nSaturday\, August 1\nLandmark Elementary School\, Watsonville\nTime: Kids – 7:45am; 5K – 8 AM\n\n\nRegistration Fees: Kids 1K (Ages 12 and under): $10; 5K (Ages 12+): $45\n\n\nYou can register at watsonvillerec.com or tap the link in our bio.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-strawberry-festival-2026-3/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festivals,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Strawberry Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Strawberry Festival\nSaturday\, August 1: 11am-8pm\nSunday\, August 2: 11am-7pm \nJoin us for the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a safe\, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Join us for a full weekend of carnival attractions\, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans\, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience. Delicious foods\, family activities\, vendors\, and live entertainment! \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded in 1994 to help downtown Watsonville recover from the Loma Prieta earthquake. The festival now exists to provide a safe\, family-friendly experience in downtown Watsonville; recognize the largest and most valuable crop in the Pajaro Valley; and provide non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds and public awareness of their work and how their work makes Watsonville a better place for everyone.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-strawberry-festival-2026-2/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festivals,Free Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Strawberry Festival & Strawberry Jam Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Strawberry Festival & Strawberry Jam Run 2026\nFriday\, July 31 from 5–9pm\, Kick-off: Live Music & Carnival Rides only\nSaturday\, August 1 from 11am – 8pm\, Strawberry Jam Fun Run/Walk\, Carnival\, Entertainment\, Food\, Arts & Crafts\, Strawberries & More\nSunday\, August 2 from 11am – 7pm\, Carnival\, Entertainment\, Food\, Arts & Crafts\, Strawberries & More\nJoin us for the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a safe\, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Join us for a full weekend of carnival attractions\, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans\, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience. Delicious foods\, family activities\, vendors\, and live entertainment! \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded in 1994 to help downtown Watsonville recover from the Loma Prieta earthquake. The festival now exists to provide a safe\, family-friendly experience in downtown Watsonville; recognize the largest and most valuable crop in the Pajaro Valley; and provide non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds and public awareness of their work and how their work makes Watsonville a better place for everyone. \n\nGet ready to run for the berries!\n\n\nJoin us for the annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services. Lace up your shoes\, bring your friends\, and let’s make it a berry fun day!\n\n\nSaturday\, August 1\nLandmark Elementary School\, Watsonville\nTime: Kids – 7:45am; 5K – 8 AM\n\n\nRegistration Fees: Kids 1K (Ages 12 and under): $10; 5K (Ages 12+): $45\n\n\nYou can register at watsonvillerec.com or tap the link in our bio.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-strawberry-festival-2026-3/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festivals,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza\nSaturday\, March 30\, 1-4pm \nJoin Watsonville Parks & Community Services on Saturday\, March 30th from 1-4 PM for a FREE family-friendly Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza. You do not want to miss this egg-citing day! \nHop on over to Franich Park for a FREE family-friendly Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza. Enjoy a fun-filled day with arts & crafts\, games\, food trucks\, and so much more. And don’t forget to snap a picture with the Easter Bunny.  Please bring your own basket (or container) for the egg hunt. We hope to see you there! \nRegistration is not required for this event! \nAges 3 – 13 \nFranich Park | 795 Vista Montana Dr.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/egg-hunt-eggstravaganza/
LOCATION:Franich Park\, 795 Vista Montana Dr.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Strawberry Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Strawberry Festival\nSaturday\, August 1: 11am-8pm\nSunday\, August 2: 11am-7pm \nJoin us for the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a safe\, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Join us for a full weekend of carnival attractions\, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans\, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience. Delicious foods\, family activities\, vendors\, and live entertainment! \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded in 1994 to help downtown Watsonville recover from the Loma Prieta earthquake. The festival now exists to provide a safe\, family-friendly experience in downtown Watsonville; recognize the largest and most valuable crop in the Pajaro Valley; and provide non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds and public awareness of their work and how their work makes Watsonville a better place for everyone.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-strawberry-festival-2026/2023-08-05/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festivals,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Watsonville Strawberry Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Watsonville Strawberry Festival\nSaturday\, August 1: 11am-8pm\nSunday\, August 2: 11am-7pm \nJoin us for the Watsonville Strawberry Festival. \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival provides a safe\, family-friendly experience in historic downtown Watsonville. Join us for a full weekend of carnival attractions\, live entertainment and delicious strawberry treats! Shop a variety of local artisans\, businesses and specialty vendors for a unique shopping experience. Delicious foods\, family activities\, vendors\, and live entertainment! \nThe Watsonville Strawberry Festival traces its roots to the Watsonville Strawberry Dessert Festival that was founded in 1994 to help downtown Watsonville recover from the Loma Prieta earthquake. The festival now exists to provide a safe\, family-friendly experience in downtown Watsonville; recognize the largest and most valuable crop in the Pajaro Valley; and provide non-profit organizations the opportunity to raise funds and public awareness of their work and how their work makes Watsonville a better place for everyone.
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/watsonville-strawberry-festival-2026/2023-08-04/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Festivals,Free Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Triathlon at Franich Park
DESCRIPTION:Triathlon at Franich Park\nSaturday\, July 22\, 12 – 2pm\n\n\nLooking for ways to get your little ones active? Come try out this family friendly Triathlon! Your toddlers Ages 3-5 will get to participate in running\, water activities\, and riding!\n\n\nFun and memories are created together\, so don’t watch from the sidelines! Here is your chance to join in on your toddler’s introduction to the world of running\, swimming and biking. You’ll participate in fun\, age-appropriate activities\, and help your child develop their motor and socialization skills. You will run together for a short distance. Can’t bike? Don’t worry! Bring your favorite pair of non-motorized wheels – skateboard\, scooter\, you name it. The swim component will include a splash of fun to celebrate your child’s first Triathlon.\n\n\n\nRegister: watsonvillerec.com\n\n\n\nLa diversión y los recuerdos se crean juntos\, ¡así que no se quede mirando desde afuera! Aquí está su oportunidad de involucrarse en la introducción de su pequeño/a al mundo de correr\, nadar y andar en bicicleta. Participará en actividades divertidas y apropiadas para la edad de los niños/as y le ayudará a su hijo/a desarrollar sus habilidades motrices y de socialización. Correrán juntos por una distancia corta\, ¿no puede andar en bicicleta? ¡No se preocupe! Traiga su par favorito de ruedas no motorizadas – como una patineta\, scooter\, etc. La parte de natación incluirá un toque de diversión para celebrar el primer triatlón de su hijo/a.\n\n\nEdades 3-5\nParque Franich\n7/22 | 12-2 PM\n\n\nInscribirse en: watsonvillerec.com
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/triathlon-at-franich-park-forages-3-5/
LOCATION:Franich Park\, 795 Vista Montana Dr.\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Parks,Sports & Races
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade
DESCRIPTION:Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July Parade\nTuesday\, July 4\, 12:30pm \nCelebrate the Fourth of July in Historic Downtown Watsonville. The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat\, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date. \nParade Route
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/spirit-of-watsonville-4th-of-july-parade/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Watsonville\, Watsonville\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Events,Free Events,Holidays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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SUMMARY:Enchanted Evening
DESCRIPTION:Enchanted Evening\nSaturday\, April 29\, 6 – 9pm \nChildren (ages 4 – 13) and their caregiver(s) are cordially invited to an Enchanted Evening on Sat.\, March 11. Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy live DJ tunes\, take keepsake pictures in the photo booth\, and celebrate the special bond you share. Dinner and refreshments are also included. Registration is now open at watsonvillerec.com or by phone at 831.768.3240. \nhttps://www.cityofwatsonville.org/2421/Enchanted-Evening-Dance
URL:https://santacruzparent.com/event/enchanted-evening/
LOCATION:Watsonville Community Room\, 275 Main St\, Watsonville\, CA\, 95076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dancing,Family Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watsonville Parks and Community Services":MAILTO:elizabeth.shea@cityofwatsonville.org
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