Ice Skating by the Bay
2025-12-18 11:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-19 11:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Custom House Plaza, 20 Custom House Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940, United States
Ice Skating by the Bay
November 21 – January 4
Join us for ice skating by the bay.
Located in the Custom House Plaza, behind the Portola Hotel and Spa
Every year from mid November through the New Year, Custom House Plaza, behind Portola Hotel and Spa, transforms into a magical winter wonderland with Ice Skating by the Bay.
Our beautiful outdoor rink overlooking Monterey Bay brings the magic of the holidays to life.
This season we ‘re open from November 21, 2025 until January 4, 2026.
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REGULAR HOURS: Monday thru Saturday | 11am to 10pm (with the exception of the below dates)
Sundays and Holidays | 12pm to 8pm (Including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, New Year’s Day)
ADJUSTED HOURS: December 1-4 & 8-11 (Monday – Thursday): 1:00pm to 10:00pm

Admission:

Adults: $15
Children 12 and under: $13 (must be accompanied by adult)
Season Pass: $225 for the entire season.
Skate Rental: $5

Game Zone Scotts Valley
2025-12-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Game Zone Scotts Valley

Thursdays, beginning December 11, 1 – 3:00pm

Scotts Valley Branch Library is offering a game zone for tweens and teens to relax, hang with friends and play games!

We’re offering a variety of video, card and board games as well as ping pong and art projects every Thursday afternoon from 1-3pm. Come check it out and bring your friends! Ages 10-14
Scotts Valley Branch

Mah Jongg Club - Hong Kong Style
2025-12-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
Mah Jongg Club – Hong Kong Style

Thursdays, 2 – 4pm, through December 18
Welcome players of all levels – the experienced and the newly curious!
Connect with fellow Mahjong enthusiasts and build a supportive community. Share experiences, exchange tips, and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow learners.
I host a Beginner’s Learning Table EVERY week, instructing in Hong Kong Style. I will take you through the basics of the tiles and setup, followed by a game with tiles face up as we put what we’ve learned into practice. You can stay at the Beginner’s table for as long as you need. Alternatively, we have an additional instructor in Chinese Mah Jongg with British rules if you find you prefer that style instead.
We have tile sets to choose from or you may bring your own.
All are welcome to play, however please be mindful and respectful that there are at least 40 known variants of this game. If you would like to play American or Traditional Chinese, or other variants, you are welcome to do so, but you may need to be patient and instruct folks on how to play your way. Sometimes modifications will be needed, at the beginning of each game ask the table what rules to play by and be courteous and kind to one another.

R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
2025-12-18 15:00 | Aptos Library, 7695 Soquel Dr,, Aptos, CA, 95003
R.E.A.D. Reach Every Amazing Detail
Thursdays 3-5pm
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 Downtown, Aptos, Felton & Live Oak Libraries. Sessions are 25 minutes long. By appointment only.
For more information or to register, contact SCPL Telephone Information: 831-427-7713 or elibrary@santacruzpl.org

Winter Movie Matinee: The Nightmare Before Christmas
2025-12-18 15:30 - 17:00 | Boulder Creek Library, 13390 W Park Ave, Boulder Creek, CA, United States
Winter Movie Matinee: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Thursday, December 18, 3:30 – 5pm

Join us at the library for an after school film screening with refreshments.

Relax after school at the Boulder Creek Branch Library with a screening of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Light refreshments will be available. Run time is 1 hour and 16 minutes. Rated PG.

Boulder Creek Branch

Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library
2025-12-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Garfield Park Library, 705 Woodrow Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Jr Rangers for Families at the Garfield Park Library

Thursday, December 18, 4 – 5pm

Come join us for a collaboration between California State Parks and Santa Cruz Public Libraries!

Discover California’s Natural and Cultural History at these free programs at the Garfield Park Library through stories, games, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Parents/caregivers and siblings welcome to join! Participating 7 – 12 year olds can earn Junior Ranger badges & stamps. Adult assistance may be required for younger participants.
12/18/25 – California Winter with Wilder Ranch
1/15/26 – Migrating Animals with Natural Bridges

Kids 6-11 years |

Santa Cruz SPCA PAWS for Pre-Teens Program Tier 2 December 4-18
2025-12-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA 2601 Chanticleer Ave Santa Cruz, 2601 chanticleer ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz SPCA PAWS for Pre-Teens Program Tier 2
Wednesdays 4-6, September 11-25; October 9-23; November 6-20; December 4-18
Junior PAWS Tier 2, for returning pre-teens, 10-12 years old, builds upon the children’s knowledge and skills about animals in PAWS Tier 1. Prerequisite: At least one or more of PAWS 1 sessions completed.
It runs for three weeks and refines the children’s animal handling skills.
The program establishes the children’s awareness of the Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare and engages students in stories of animal rescues.
Participants play games about animal welfare, train dogs, walk dogs and make enrichments for the dogs and cats.
They also create adoption posters to be displayed on the animals’ kennel doors.
Register now for animal snuggles!
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These sessions, which meet for three weeks on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4-6pm September through December, are for students who have been in our PAWS program more than once and are ready for a new challenge. In PAWS Tier Two we begin exploring some of the larger animal welfare ideas and learning about some of the reasons why animals who come to our shelter as well as what different kinds of challenges animals face out in society. They will continue to progress on animal handling and advocacy skills they have developed in their previous PAWS engagements.
Junior PAWS Tier 2-For 7–9-year-old participants, each Wednesday for three weeks out of the month, 4-6pm
Pre-teen PAWS Tier 2-for 10–12-year-old participants, each Thursday for three weeks out of the month, 4-6pm
We ask all students who have never done our PAWS program before to sign up for our PAWS Tier 1 program. If you have questions or need help in figuring out where your student fits, please contact us at 831-566-3753.

Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
2025-12-18 16:00 - 2025-12-20 18:00 | NextSpace Coworking Santa Cruz (Opp Abbott Square), 101 Cooper St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, Philippines
Future-Ready Innovators: Free 2-Hour Intro Workshop
Thursdays 4-6pm, starting September 4
Watch your child’s creative ideas come to life with 3D printing!
Join our 3D Entrepreneurs Club for a fun and engaging free 2-hour intro workshop designed for kids ages 8–12. In this 2-hour session, kids will explore creativity, confidence, and community while learning the basics of 3D design and printing.
👉 Limited free spots available
👉 Join in-person or online
👉 For kids ages 8–12
📅 Reserve your spot today at: www.3de.club/workshop

Read Bedtime Stories to Shelter Pets
2025-12-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Watsonville, 580 Airport Blvd, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
Read Bedtime Stories to Shelter Pets
Thursday, December 18, 5-6 pm

Bedtime Stories returns next Thursday, December 18th from 5-6 pm.

Registration is required as space is limited.

We are asking for a $5 donation per group which will go to our Santa Cruz Gives campaign to help raise money for our Planned Pethood Fund.

Email nancie@scanimalshelterfoundation.org to reserve for a spot.

Include your name and number of people in party.
Donation can be made in person at event.
Hot cocoa and a sweet treat will be available as you leave the Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.

Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
2025-12-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Idea Fab Labs, 2801 Mission St #204, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Artificial Intelligence Discussion Group
3rd Thursdays, 6 – 8pm
Join us and discuss the infinite possibilities of A.I.! Are you Intrigued by A.I.? Does A.I. Scare you? Do you want A.I. to write your next term paper? Come hang out and talk about the implementation and implications of this rapidly advancing field.
Discussions are every 3rd Thursday at Idea Fab Labs.
Co-sponsored by Santa Cruz Public Libraries.
We have Open House hours Monday 5:00pm-7:00pm where the public is invited to see our equipment, take tours, and get a feel for the facility.

New Member Orientation Join us first and third Mondays, immediately after Open House at 7:00pm to start the process of becoming a member!
Our location is on the 2nd floor of the Wrigley Building in Santa Cruz.
RSVP for New Member Orientation

Flynn Creek Circus presents 'The Bridge'
2025-12-18 18:00 - 2026-01-04 18:00 | Capitola Mall, Capitola, CA, United States
Flynn Creek Circus presents ‘The Bridge’
Almost daily December 18 through January 4
Scroll Down for times & tickets.
The Bridge is an authentic, original, child pleasing tale.
Inspired by a wolf, Nordic Legend and the architecture of connection, The Bridge is a freshly conjured visual feast sprinkled with cloaked commentary and gorgeous imagery.
It wouldn’t be Flynn Creek Circus without irreverent comedy and thrilling surprises.
A troll, a goat, a shadow, a wolf… the 2025 season show features lovable characters and huge acrobatic stunts like never before.
And if you’re not in the family way, we’ve got you covered with our outrageous, raucous and pretty much punk rock ‘Adults Only * version at limited showtimes. Beer, wine and light concession are available for purchase.
Flynn Creek Circus is an all-human spectacle.
Date, Time, Tickets
Thursday, December 18, 6:00 PM Show – (Opening Night Special, all tables $10 off)
Friday, December 19, 7:00 PM Show
Saturday, December 20 with preshow entertainment from Radical Movement Factory, 4:00 PM Show, 7:00 PM Show – (Adults Only 21+)
Sunday, December 21 with preshow entertainment from Cirque Tumble Cheer, 2:00 PM Show, 5:00 PM Show
Monday, December 22, 2:00 PM Show, 5:00 PM Show
Tuesday, December 23, 2:00 PM Show, 5:00 PM Show
Wednesday, December 24, 2:00 PM Show
Friday, December 26, 4:00 PM Show, 7:00 PM Show – (Adults Only 21+)
Saturday, December 27, 1:00 PM Show, 4:00 PM Show, 7:00 PM Show – (Seniors Special, all reservations 15% off)
Sunday, December 28, 1:00 PM Show, 4:00 PM Show
Tuesday, December 30, 2:00 PM Show, 5:00 PM Show
Wednesday, December 31, 5:00 PM Show, 8:00 PM Show – (Adults Only 21+)
Thursday, January 1, 5:00 PM Show – (Family Special 15% off all reservations)
Friday, January 2, 7:00 PM Show – (Adults Only 21+)
Saturday, January 3. 1:00 PM Show, 4:00 PM Show, 7:00 PM Show – (Adults Only 21+)
Sunday, January 4, 1:00 PM Show, 4:00 PM Show

Santa Cruz Shakespeare's A Christmas Carol 7pm Shows
2025-12-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Veterans Memorial Building, 840 Front St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
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 music-filled adaptation of this classic play in the heart of Santa Cruz.
Directed by Charles Pasternak and Alicia Gibson, A Christmas Carol stars Mike Ryan as Ebeneezer Scrooge, with returning favorites Julie James, Charlotte Munson and Andrea Sweeney Blanco.
A Christmas Carol is a festive holiday tradition for the whole family.
Tickets are available at www.santacruzshakespeare.org or through the seasonal Box Office, 831-460-6399, open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The show is 90 minutes with no intermission.
Prices vary depending on age, date, time and seat location:
Best Prices: $5 – $50 on 11/26

Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas
2025-12-18 19:30 - 21:30 | UCSC Music Center Recital Hall, UC Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064
Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas
Thursday, December 18, 7:30-9:30pm
For decades, Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas has criss-crossed the country bringing holiday joy to audiences.
This December, the acclaimed show — new each year — returns to Northern California with its Irish musicians, dancers, and native Irish storyteller, Tomáseen Foley.
This year the tour welcomes award-winning dancers tour welcomes two acclaimed, award-winning dancers: Elise Miklos and Dan McCormick.
In this family-friendly recreation of age-old tradition, neighbors bring their fiddles, tin whistles, flutes, bodhráns, uilleann pipes, and most importantly their unshakeable sense of community for a night of traditional music, song, dance, and of course storytelling.
The show’s Music Director is Grammy Award-winning guitarist and Santa Cruz resident William Coulter, an internationally recognized master of the steel-string guitar.

Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series
2025-12-19 10:00 | Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery MOD, 1855 41st Ave #10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Parent Nest A Guided Play and Connection Series
Fridays 10am, August 1 – November 21
Session 1 August 8, 15, 22, 29th
Session 2 September 5, 12, 19, 26
Session 3 October 3, 10, 17, 24th
Session 4 October 31st, November 7, 14, 21st
Fall cohorts now enrolling… Parenting is better together!
If those early parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and worry, you’re not alone. Between those middle-of-the-night feeds and milestone questions, it’s natural to feel both overwhelmed and amazed—sometimes in the same moment. While you’re marveling at your little one’s daily discoveries, you might also be wondering if you’re doing enough, or wishing for a community that truly gets what this journey is like. That’s exactly why we created The Parent Nest: A guided play & connection series

Created specifically for infants and toddlers (from sitting age to 18 months), this four-week series takes place in the serene morning hours before the museum opens. In this distraction-free setting, your little explorer can safely investigate their world while you connect with other parents who understand exactly what this stage of life is like.
Each 45-minute session nurtures your child’s natural development through research-backed activities that:

Build Neural Pathways Through Movement: As babies roll, crawl, and reach, they’re not just exercising—they’re forming crucial brain connections that support physical coordination and spatial awareness.

Develop Pre-Language Skills: Our musical activities introduce rhythm, repetition, and simple signs, laying the groundwork for communication long before first words appear.

Enhance Sensory Processing: From our “Building Beginnings” exploration to “Splish Splash Discovery” play, each tactile experience helps your little one understand their world through touch, sight, sound, and movement.

Foster Social-Emotional Growth: Through guided interactions, babies learn early social cues while parents discover ways to support emotional development during daily routines.

Join us for a four-week play-based program designed to support your baby’s development while building connection with other caregivers.

Find your community of support: Early Development Classes in a Museum Setting

Free for members!
Free Children Under 12 Months
$35 – Non-members per session (We will email you a link to pay)
Thank you to Musical Me for sponsoring our program.

Elkhorn Slough Free Weekend Tours
2025-12-19 10:00 | Elkhorn Slough, 1700 Elkhorn Road, Watsonville, CA, 95003, United States
Elkhorn Slough Free Tour of the Preserve
Every Saturday AND Sunday, 10 am and 11 am

Guided hikes with naturalists are offered at 10am and 11am every Saturday and Sunday on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up for tours at the Visitor Center front desk. If you have questions, call (831) 728-2822.

HOLIDAY POP-UP Dec 19-21
2025-12-19 10:00 - 17:00 | 1407 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
HOLIDAY POP-UP and coming!!

Fridays-Sundays 10am-5pm, November 28-30, December 5-7, 12-14 & 19-21

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!

Little Discoverer Fridays
2025-12-19 10:30 - 11:00 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Little Discoverer Infant/Toddler Fridays

Fridays 10:30-11am

Make Fridays memorable with the Museum of Discovery’s Infant Toddler Class—a fantastic blend of play, exploration, and social experiences. Located in the party room programming changes weekly offering magical experiences for you and your child.

Free with daily admission and no pre-registration required
Ages 0-3 years
Join us and experience:

Sensory Extravaganza: Dive into a world of textures, colors, and sounds as your little explorer engages in sensory-rich activities tailored to their developmental stage.
Musical Moments: Let the rhythm take over! Our interactive musical sessions will have your tots tapping their tiny toes and exploring the joy of sound.
Parent-Child Bonding: Forge connections with fellow caregivers while your little ones build social skills through play and shared exploration.

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Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10, half-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
2025-12-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Zoom, CA, United States
New Support Group Stillbirth & Infant Loss Support
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Friday, 11am – 12:30pm, beginning June 17
This support group is for parents who have experienced stillbirth or early infant loss. Our group is here to provide support and connection to parents as we know losing a baby can be an isolating and devastating experience. This group is led by trained peer facilitators who have also experienced infant loss.<
Our groups are 90 minutes (1.5 hours) in length. The first ~30 minutes is providing information, education, and establishing group guidelines. The next ~60 minutes is “talk time,” in which group members share and talk with each other. Group members must be present for the group guidelines before joining in the discussion or “talk time.”
Register at http://bit.ly/FindSupportGroup

Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
2025-12-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Aptos Public Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003, United States
Bring Your Own Book (BYOB)
3rd Fridays, 11am – 12:30pm, March 15 – December 20
Join us at the Aptos Branch Library for an engaging and dynamic book group experience: Bring Your Own Book (BYOB).
This innovative program encourages participants to bring along a book of their choice and share their thoughts, insights, and perspectives with fellow readers. Whether you’re passionate about fiction, non-fiction, classics, or contemporary literature, BYOB Book Group welcomes all genres and interests.
https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/12055882
How It Works:

Choose Your Book: Select a book that you’ve recently read or have been wanting to discuss. It could be a novel, biography, memoir, poetry collection, or any other genre that interests you.
Bring Your Book: Arrive at the library with your chosen book in hand. Make sure it’s one you’re eager to share and discuss with others.
Engage in Discussion: Once everyone has gathered, participants will take turns sharing their thoughts on their chosen books. This could include favorite passages, character analysis, thematic elements, personal connections, and more.
Respectful Exchange: Engage in respectful and open-minded discussions with fellow participants. Share your perspectives while also listening attentively to others’ viewpoints. This is a space for lively literary dialogue and exchange of ideas.
Discover New Reads: Explore a diverse range of books and genres through the recommendations and discussions of fellow participants. You might just find your next favorite read!

Whether you’re a voracious reader or just starting to delve into the world of books, Bring Your Own Book (BYOB) Book Group offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for lively literary discussions and discovery. Join us at the library and let’s celebrate the joy of reading together!

Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday
2025-12-19 11:00 - 17:00 | Santa Cruz SPCA, 2601 Chanticleer Avenue, Santa Cruz (Live Oak), Santa Cruz, CA, 95065, United States
Santa Cruz SPCA Home for the Holiday
Through January 3: Tuesday-Sunday 11am-5pm
The Santa Cruz SPCA’s Home for the Holidays event starts TODAY — and our adoptable animals are ready!! Like, brushed-their-fur-and-everything ready.
From NOW through Jan 3, you can meet your future snuggle buddy AND enjoy waived adoption fees for the following animal categories:

Big dogs (40+lbs)
Adult cats (6mos+)
Adult dogs/cats who’ve waited 30+ days for a home!

Come meet your new bestie. They’re cute. They’re available. 10/10 would recommend.

Lego Brick Builder Fridays
2025-12-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Santa Cruz Childrens Museum of Discovery – MOD, 1855 41st Ave, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Lego Brick Builder Fridays
Fridays, 3-4pm
Calling All Master Builders!
Get ready to unleash your creativity and engineering skills at the Children’s Museum of Discovery’s LEGO Challenge Build Event! This exciting event is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages.
Here’s what you can expect:

A Fun Challenge: We’ll have a special build theme announced on the day of the event. It could be anything from building the tallest tower to creating the most fantastical creature!
A Sea of Bricks: We’ll provide a massive collection of LEGO bricks to fuel your imagination.
Building Buddies: Work together with other LEGO enthusiasts to create something truly amazing.
Show Off Your Skills: Once the time is up, all creations will be displayed for everyone to admire.

Mod is open: Monday and Wednesday – Saturday, 10am-5pm
Daily Tickets:

All non-member adults & children: $10​1/2-price grandparents/senior on Wednesdays: $5
Museums for All (with EBT card): $3
Children under 1: Free
All members: Free
We offer annual memberships, monthly memberships, and 10-pass punch cards.
Click here to become a member
Call 831-316-5200 to inquire about our new punchcard.

Friday Pet Food Pantry
2025-12-19 15:00 - 17:00 | SPCA, CA, United States
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!

Sparky’s Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds
2025-12-19 17:30 - 21:00 | Santa Cruz County Fair Grounds, 2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, CA, 95076, United States
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 holiday event. Keep an eye out as Sparky leads the way through thousands of twinkling displays and spreading cheer.
Join us for the Holiday Lights at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, and say hello to Sparky—helping you make bright new memories this holiday season!

Drive through – Experience the magic of the season from the comfort of your car at Sparky’s Holiday Lights drive-thru! Cruise over half a mile through the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, surrounded by stunning light displays. Keep warm and cozy, enjoy holiday tunes, and make memories your whole family will cherish.

Walk-thru and Shop the Holiday Faire, Dec. 5th and 6th – Step into the magic of Sparky’s Holiday lights walk-thru experience for 2 nights only! Wander through a dazzling winter wonderland at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, illuminated by hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and festive displays. Perfect for families, date nights, and friend outings—grab a warm cup of cocoa, savor your favorite festive treats, and shop the Holiday Faire for great gifts for your family and friends.

It’s a 3/4-mile drive-thru extravaganza of holiday light displays and decorations!

“Jack is Back” Holiday Performance 2025
2025-12-19 18:00 | Kianti’s, 1100 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
“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 New Year. Shows approximately 6:00 and 8:00 pm. Taking reservations.

Sequoia Lights at Roaring Camp
2025-12-19 19:15 | Roaring Camp, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Sequoia Lights at Roaring Camp

Fridays, October 10, 17, 24, 7:15 PM – Close
Join us for a one of a kind lighted stroll, Sequoia Lights, beneath giant old-growth redwoods.
Immerse yourself in the majesty of the ancient sequoia redwoods with this intimate new art and light installation in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Giant intricate lighted lanterns hang high overhead surrounded by thousand year old redwoods that are uplit to create a unique and awe-inspiring retreat back to nature.

BUY TICKETS
Adults | $24.95
Kids 2-12 | $12.95
Kids Under 2 Free!

What is the walking distance? Approximately 8/10ths of a mile.
Who Can Do The Treewalk? This is an all ages event.
Is the Treewalk Wheelchair Accessible? Path is wheelchair accessible up to about the halfway point. The path then becomes steeper and would be difficult for a wheelchair guest without assistance.
Do I need to Book? It is always a good idea to book in advance as we expect to sell out most evenings for this limited run event.

Can Infants & Children Treewalk? Absolutely. Children must be accompanied by an adult but are more than welcome to enjoy the tree walk.
Are Dogs Allowed on the Treewalk? Well behaved dogs on a leash are fine for the tree walk.
Can the Space be Rented to Private Groups? Yes, please give us a call at 831-335-4484 for more information on booking a group event.

Art of Manga
2025-12-20 | DeYoung Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr,, San Francisco, CA, 94118, United States
Art of Manga
September 27, 2025 – January 25, 2026
Manga — Japanese comics and graphic novels — have become a global phenomenon.
Featuring rarely presented original drawings by major artists, this exhibition traces manga’s evolution from the 1970s to today.
The exhibition explores manga as a powerful medium for visual storytelling, highlighting themes across genres, from friendship to sexuality to the human condition.
Looking closely at each artist’s narrative worlds and creative processes, the exhibition also spotlights manga’s cultural impact on the world today and possibilities for the future.
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Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
2025-12-20 08:00 | Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Room 450, Aptos, 95003, United States
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Saturdays 8am-12pm, year round, rain or shine
Voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California
In 2011, 2012, and 2013 our farmers markets were voted “America’s Favorite Farmers Market in California.” Additionally, Coastal Living Magazine named the Aptos Farmers Market one of “The Coast’s Best Farmers Markets.”
Market customers appreciate the bountiful selection of top quality produce and specialty foods as well as the opportunity to connect with the farmers and vendors who produce it. 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, locally produced olive oil, fresh pasta and gourmet sauces, organic juices, handmade sauerkraut, Corralitos smoked sausages and bacon, artisan breads and baked goods, organic honey, mushrooms, sprouts and microgreens, farm fresh eggs, flowers, potted plants, seedlings, herbs, and an unsurpassed selection of certified California grown fruits, vegetables and nuts.
Additional Market Attractions
Professional sharpening services are available for knives and gardening tools year round.
Our other Markets: Carmel, Del Monte, Monterey

Westside Farmers Market
2025-12-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Westside Farmers Market, Mission St. Ext. and Western Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060, United States
Westside Farmers Market
Saturdays 9am – 1pm, year round

The Westside Farmers’ Market takes place every week, year round at the corner of Hwy 1 and Western Drive, situated on the northern edge of Santa Cruz’s greenbelt. This market serves the communities of the west-end of Santa Cruz including Bonny Doon, the North Coast and the UCSC Campus. It is just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown.
Foodies Unite
This market is proud to have been named best market by the Santa Cruz Metro’s, “Peoples Poll” multiple times. 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 operated by up-and-coming Santa Cruz-based roaster 11th Hour Coffee.
With easy access and an abundance of free parking, this market makes for a convenient and celebratory Saturday morning outing.
