{"id":1091,"date":"2015-05-20T18:09:04","date_gmt":"2015-05-20T18:09:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.explorer1.com\/?page_id=1091"},"modified":"2020-10-21T17:48:21","modified_gmt":"2020-10-21T17:48:21","slug":"festivals-and-events","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/festivals-and-events\/","title":{"rendered":"Santa Cruz Festivals &amp; Events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.explorer1.com\/images\/page2\/events-fireworks.jpg?w=1080\" alt=\"Santa Cruz, California Annual Events and Festivals\" \/><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Looking for a great event or festival? We got you covered!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: transparent; color: #333333; font-family: Georgia,'Times New Roman','Bitstream Charter',Times,serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 24px; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; word-wrap: break-word;\">Santa Cruz is much more than just a summer vacation destination.\u00a0 With its year-round events, indoor and outdoor activities, and tourist destinations there are many ways to keep yourself entertained throughout the year. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Here is our <em>mini-bucket <\/em>list of some of the top events and festivals in Santa Cruz! So let the good times roll and find your next BIG experience from our list of some of\u00a0the most popular annual events and festivals in Santa Cruz California.<\/p>\n<p>Please scroll down the page and click on a month to view our listings.<br \/>\n\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<div>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jesse@explorer1.com?subject=SCZ Event\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to submit an event to our calendar.<\/a><br \/>\n\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"colo\">\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;Ongoing Over Multiple Months&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzfarmersmarket.org\">Santa Cruz Farmer&#8217;s Market<\/a> &#8211;<\/h3>\n<p>Corner of Cedar &amp; Lincoln streets, Downtown\u00a0 (831) 454-0566<br \/>\nEvery Wednesday local farmers and vendors offer fresh and organic products<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=26414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tours of the Monarch Grove<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Natural Bridges\u00a0State Beach, Santa Cruz, CA<\/strong><br \/>\nWeekends from mid-October through January at 11:00a.m. and 2:00p.m.<br \/>\nMeet at the visitor center for a guided tour of the monarch grove.\u00a0 Monarch migration is variable, to find out the current population, or to arrange a tour for groups of 10 or more, call (831) 423-4609.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<br \/>\n[expand title=&#8221;January&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ffsc.us\/2016_fair_placeholder\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Fungus Fair<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>TBD 2021<br \/>\nLouden Nelson Center, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 420-6115<\/p>\n<p>Wonderful event that features mushroom exhibits and cooking demonstrations. Bring mushrooms for identification.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/beachboardwalk.com\/bridal-expo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Bridal Expo<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;<\/strong> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCocoanut Grove, Santa Cruz (831) 423-2053<\/p>\n<p>Check out the area&#8217;s best photographers, florists, caterers, bakers, wedding and reception venues, entertainment, and other important services. Enjoy bridal fashion shows in the Sun Room, door prizes, and a valuable Grand Prize drawing!<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;February&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scbaroque.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Baroque Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>UCSC Music Center Recital Hall, 1156 High St. Santa Cruz (831) 457-9693<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/beachboardwalk.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook Off<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;<\/strong> TBD 2021<br \/>\nBeach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 423-5590<\/p>\n<p>Area Chefs compete to become the ultimate chowder king!<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;March&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.arboretum.ucsc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hummingbird Day<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/strong><br \/>\n1156 High Street, University of California Santa Cruz\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 427-2998<\/p>\n<p><strong>Arboretum at UCSC &#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>Annual Hummingbird celebration that features their feeding, mating, and nesting behaviors in the gardens.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/santacruzpaddlefest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kayak Surf Festival<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/strong><br \/>\nSteamer Lane at Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz (831) 458-3648<\/p>\n<p>This is the largest kayak surfing competition.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/santacruzpaddlefest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cowells Classic<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/strong><br \/>\nSteamer Lane at Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz (831) 458-3648<\/p>\n<p>This is a friendly &#8220;without the intense competition&#8221; surfing competition.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/santacruzpaddlefest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SCPF Paddleboard\u00a0Race<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0<\/strong>March 19-20, 2016<br \/>\nCowells Beach, Santa Cruz (831) 458-3648<\/p>\n<p>One of the first paddleboard races of the year.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;April&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolasoquelchamber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Capitola Village Easter Egg Hunt<\/a>\u00a0TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>Capitola Beach, Capitola\u00a0 (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Children (12 and under) have a wonderful opportunity to hunt for Easter eggs and visit with the Easter Bunny.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Eggstraordinary Egg Hunt<\/a>\u00a0TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p>Children &amp; their families are taken to Bear Mountain where candy eggs are hidden.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstwave-events.com\/sc_half\/register.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Half Marathon &amp; 10K<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Starts at Municipal Wharf,\u00a0 Santa Cruz\u00a0 408-356-0518<\/p>\n<p>The Santa Cruz Half Marathon consists of a 13.1-mile run\/walk along scenic West Cliff Drive past breathtaking vistas of the Pacific coastline.<\/p>\n<p>The Santa Cruz 10K Run\/Walk consists of a 6.2-mile journey along scenic West Cliff Drive past breathtaking vistas of the Pacific coastline.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.duckyderbysantacruz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">19th Annual Ducky Derby<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nHarvey West Park,\u00a0300 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 479-4070<\/p>\n<p>Adopt a duck and help the Santa Cruz Chapter of Omega Nu meet the charitable needs of the local community.\u00a0 Great prizes, food, games, live music &amp; entertainment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scmgs.org\/newsite\/shows\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Show<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCivic Auditorium, Santa Cruz\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 688-8086<\/p>\n<p>Their annual show features over 50 exhibits and approximately 20 dealers who offer rough lapidary material, equipment, gemstones, finished jewelry, books, beads, findings, minerals, and fossil specimens.<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;May&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolasoquelchamber.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Capitola Kite Classic<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCapitola Beach, Capitola\u00a0 (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Fly a kite and enjoy the beach with your friends.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.watsonville.ca.us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cinco de Mayo Celebration<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nDowntown Plaza, Main &amp; Peck Streets, Watsonville\u00a0 (831) 724-9005<\/p>\n<p>Traditional Mexican foods and live entertainment are just part of this festival that takes place in downtown Watsonville.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cabinc.org\/DRSC\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Davenport Cinco de Mayo Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nDavenport Resource Center, 100 Church St.,\u00a0 Davenport\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 425-8115<\/p>\n<p>Mexican food, exhibits, dance and live music.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzfilmfestival.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Film Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRio &amp; Del Mar Theatres, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 459-7676<\/p>\n<p>The festival features hundreds of films from around the globe<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ www.parks.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mother&#8217;s Day Walk: Women of Big Basin<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nBig Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek (831) 338-3944<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.aghistoryproject.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Day on the Farm!<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nAgricultural History Museum, 2601 East Lake Ave., Hwy. 152, Watsonville\u00a0 (831) 724-5898<\/p>\n<p>Learn about life and work on a farm through activities such as sheep-shearing, butter-churning, and hay baling.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.watsonvilleflyin.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Watsonville Fly-In &amp; Air Show<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nWatsonville Airport, 100 Aviation Way, Watsonville\u00a0 (831) 763-5600<\/p>\n<p>Golden Age, Warbirds, Homebuilts, B-17, Aerobatics, Car Show, helicopter-Biplane Rides, fireworks and much more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.santa-cruz-longboard-union.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">35th Annual SCLU Longboard Invitational <\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nSteamer Lane at Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 917-4371<\/p>\n<p>Billed as the West Coast&#8217;s oldest competitive surfing event, it features amateur and pro surfers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">27th Annual Civil War Battles and Encampment<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRoaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p>Visit Union &amp; Confederate camps, and watch the reenactments Civil War battles .<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bcba.net\">Boulder Creek Art, Wine &amp; Music Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nDowntown Boulder Creek\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 338-2578<\/p>\n<p>The festival is made up of over 200 vendor booths, and features live music and international food and\u00a0 local wineries booths.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzbluesfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">16th Annual Santa Cruz Blues Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nAptos Village Park, Aptos\u00a0 (831) 479-9814<\/p>\n<p>Two days of music performed in a natural amphitheater surrounded by Oaks &amp; Redwoods.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scmwa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vintners&#8217; Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nVarious Santa Cruz County wineries &amp; restaurants (831) 685-8463<\/p>\n<p>The event features wine tasting, winery tours, food, music, and art exhibits.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;June&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzpride.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual &amp; Transgender Pride<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nPacific Ave. &amp; San Lorenzo Park (downtown), Santa Cruz (831) 425-5422<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scmwa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Vintners&#8217; Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nVarious Santa Cruz County wineries &amp; restaurants (831) 685.8463<\/p>\n<p>The event features wine tasting, winery tours, food, music, and art exhibits.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolacarshow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">3rd Annual Capitola Rod &amp; Custom Classic Car Show<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCapitola Village, Capitola\u00a0 (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a day filled with awesome cars, great music, charming shops, restaurants for every taste, and good family fun at the beach! Call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce at (831) 475-6522 for more information.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/events\/event_detail.asp?id=1287\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Festival at the Cement Ship<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSeacliff State Beach, Aptos\u00a0 (831) 685-6444<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate the unique history of the WW1 Concrete Ship Palo Alto, the natural wonders of Seacliff\u2019s fossil beds, and the many animals that call the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary their home.\u00a0\u00a0 Enjoy music, fun and food.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.seymourcenter.ucsc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">World Ocean&#8217;s Day<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nend of Delaware Ave., Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 459-3800<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate our blue planet with free admission to the Center&#8217;s hall &amp; aquarium. Come learn more &#8211; it&#8217;s your ocean!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/default.asp?page_id=546\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Full Moon Madness<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nHenry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4598<\/p>\n<p>Discover the park&#8217;s nightlife under the moon and stars.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us\/pr\/nelson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Juneteenth Celebration<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nLaurel Park, Washington St. at Maple St., Santa Cruz (831) 420-6177<\/p>\n<p>Juneteenth celebrates the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hats off to Dad<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRoaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p>Treat dad to a steam train ride and Chuckwagon BBQ.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.beachboardwalk.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Friday Night Bands<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nBeach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz (831) 423-5590<\/p>\n<p>Every Friday night at 6:30 and 8:30 you can enjoy two free concerts that showcase stars of the &#8217;60s, &#8217;70s, and &#8217;80s.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jcfsc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Japanese Cultural Fair<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nMission Plaza Park, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 462-4589<\/p>\n<p>The fair celebrate the arts, craft, and culture of Japan.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.proambeachsoccerusa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pro Am Beach Soccer Championships<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz\u00a0 415-383-5425<\/p>\n<p>A sand soccer tournament for kids and adults in Santa Cruz, California<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us\/pr\/wharf\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Woodies on the Wharf<\/a>\u00a0 TBD 2021<br \/>\nMunicipal Wharf, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 420-5273<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy over 200 classic &#8220;woodies&#8221; on display at the Santa Cruz municipal wharf.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bikesonthebay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bikes on the Bay: Soquel Vintage Motorcycle Show<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nMain Street, Soquel\u00a0 (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Vintage motorcycles roar into Soquel!<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;July&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.beachboardwalk.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Friday Night Bands<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nBeach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz (831) 423-5590<\/p>\n<p>Every Friday night at 6:30 and 8:30 you can enjoy two free concerts that showcase stars of the &#8217;60s, &#8217;70s, and &#8217;80s.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pdga.com\/tour\/event\/3808\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">World Disc Games<\/a> \u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nUCSC, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 462-5293<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzfirecracker10k.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10K Firecracker Race &amp; Kids 1K<\/a> \u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nHarvey West Park, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 439-7049<\/p>\n<p>The Firecracker course start and ends at Harvey West Park with the tough climb in the middle, then a downhill finish.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scottsvalley.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">4th of July Fireworks Celebration<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nScotts Valley Community Center &amp; Skypark, Scotts Valley\u00a0 (831) 438-3251<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8217;50s Family July 4th Fest!<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRoaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/aptoschamber.com\/event\/4th-of-july-celebration\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aptos 4th of July Celebration<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSoquel Dr. &amp; State Park Dr., \u00a0Aptos Village\u00a0 (831) 688-1467<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ www.parks.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old-Fashioned Independence Day<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nWilder Ranch State Park, Hwy. 1, Santa Cruz (831) 426-0505<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzmuseums.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition: A Magic Web &#8211; The Tropical Forest of Barro Colorado Island<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSanta Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff,\u00a0 Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 420-6115<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shakespeare Santa Cruz &#8211; Summer Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nTheatre Arts Mainstage &amp; Festival Grove, UCSC, Santa Cruz (831) 459-2121<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ci.santa-cruz.ca.us\/pr\/wharf\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Art on the Wharf<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nMunicipal Wharf, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 420-5273<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wharftowharf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">44th Annual Wharf to Wharf Race<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nMunicipal Wharf, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 475-2196A scenic six-mile race with forty live bands.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cabrillomusic.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music<\/a> \u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\n147 South River Street, Suite 232,\u00a0Santa Cruz, CA 95060 \u00a0 (831) 426-6966<\/p>\n<p>Considered one of the most distinguished festivals of new symphonic music in the United States.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzcycling.org\/content.aspx?page_id=22&amp;club_id=575722&amp;module_id=173317\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">18th Annual Santa Cruz Mountains Challenge Bicycle Ride<\/a> \u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nStarts at Scotts Valley High School, 555 Glenwood Dr., Scotts Valley (831) 460-1818<\/p>\n<p>Features three challenging rides: 100 mi., 100K, and 50K. \u00a0$40 reg fee. 6:30 am &#8211; 5:30 pm<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;August&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.beachboardwalk.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Friday Night Bands<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nBeach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz (831) 423-5590<\/p>\n<p>Every Friday night at 6:30 and 8:30 you can enjoy two free concerts that showcase stars of the &#8217;60s, &#8217;70s, and &#8217;80s.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scottsvalleypd.com\/#!blank-1\/qztvq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">&#8220;Cops &#8216;n Rodders&#8221; Classic Car Show &amp; Cruise<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSiltanen Park, Scotts Valley\u00a0 (831) 440-5663<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cabrillomusic.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music TBD 2021<\/a><br \/>\n147 South River Street, Suite 232,\u00a0Santa Cruz, CA 95060\u00a0 (831) 426-6966<\/p>\n<p>Considered one of the most distinguished festivals of new symphonic music in the United States.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cityofwatsonville.org\/visitors\/strawberry-festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">22nd Annual Watsonville Strawberry Festival<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nRamsey Park, Watsonville \u00a0(831) 566-1230<\/p>\n<p>Strawberries take center stage at this celebration.\u00a0 Enjoy delights, foods, arts, crafts, and fun.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shakespeare Santa Cruz 2016 Season<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nUCSC, Santa Cruz (831) 459-2159<\/p>\n<p>This year&#8217;s season features Shakespeare\u2019s glorious comedy <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\/summer2006\/asyou.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> As You Like It<\/a>, his most sublime tragedy <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\/summer2006\/king.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> King Lear<\/a> and Shaw\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\/summer2006\/pygmalion.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Pygmalion<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.delaveagagolf.com\/news-events-posts\/2016-santa-cruz-city-amateur-entry-form.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz City Amateur Golf Championship<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nDeLaveaga Golf Course, 401 Upper Park Rd., Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 423-7214<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Summer Gathering of Mountain Men<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRoaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Musical Saw Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nRoaring Camp Railroads, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scottsvalleychamber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Scotts Valley Festival of Art and Wine<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSkypark, 361 Kings Village Rd., Scotts Valley \u00a0(831) 438-1010<\/p>\n<p>Work from more than 80 local artists are accompanied by food, wine, music. Free admission!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzwharf.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aloha Races and Polynesian Festival<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nMunicipal Wharf, Santa Cruz (831) 420-5273<\/p>\n<p>Races 9am, Festival 11am-5pm.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.racethrutheredwoods.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Race Thru The Redwoods<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nDowntown Felton (831) 335-4323<\/p>\n<p>10K Race and Kids&#8217; 1-Mile from downtown Felton through beautiful Henry Cowell State Park.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;September&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong>Capitola Begonia Festival &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\n<\/strong>Capitola Village, Capitola (831) 476-3566<\/p>\n<p>This annual event includes a nautical parade, sand sculptures, fishing derby and much more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.firstwave-events.com\/events\/big-kahuna-triathlon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big Kahuna Triathlon<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nMain Beach, Santa Cruz\u00a0 877-366-7223<\/p>\n<p>The Big Kahuna delivers the Spirit of Aloha for both serious competition or just for fun.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzmuseums.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition: A Magic Web &#8211; The Tropical Forest of Barro Colorado Island<\/a><br \/>\nSanta Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff,\u00a0 Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 420-6115<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.livelikeagreek.com\/events\/sc-greek-festival\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">35th Annual Greek Culture and Food Festival<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\n<\/strong>Church St., between Cedar &amp; Center, Downtown Santa Cruz (831) 429-6500<\/p>\n<p>The 35th Annual Greek Culture &amp; Food Festival Features traditional Greek foods and pastries, and live Greek music &amp; dancing.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolachamber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">26th Annual Capitola Art &amp; Wine Festival<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\n<\/strong>Capitola Village, Capitola (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Art, wine, food and music.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzcountyfair.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz County Fair<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCounty Fairgrounds (2601 East Lake Ave., off Hwy. 152) Watsonville (831) 724-5671<\/p>\n<p>Six days of fun in the sun! Fair activities include a large carnival.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzfollies.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The 53rd Anniversary Santa Cruz Follies!<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nCivic Auditorium, Santa Cruz (831) 423-6640<\/p>\n<p>Great family entertainment! This musical revue showcases a large cast of performers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=548\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mission Adobe Day<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nSanta Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Santa Cruz (831) 425-5849<\/p>\n<p>The living history activities include adobe brick making and tortilla making. Tour of mission.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.mountainparks.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ohlone Day<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\nHenry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Felton\u00a0 (831) 335-7077<\/p>\n<p>Learn about the Ohlone Indians culture, dance, dress, and food.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montereybaybirding.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Monterey Bay Birding Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>Live Music and Dance, Art and Culure<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big Basin Founder&#8217;s Day and Redwood Jubilee<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, North of Boulder Creek\u00a0 (831)\u00a0338-8883<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate where the movement to \u201cSAVE THE TREES!\u201d all began.\u00a0 The event features lively melodrama, music, historic hikes and games for kids.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.montereytbirds.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thunderbirds on the Wharf<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<br \/>\nMunicipal Wharf, Santa Cruz\u00a0 (831) 685-4718<\/p>\n<p>T-birds line the Wharf at this annual Classic Thunderbird invitational.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;October&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/santacruzopenstudios.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open Studios Art Tour<\/a> &#8211;<\/strong> First three weekends\u00a0in Oct. TBD 2021<br \/>\nVarious locations, Countywide (831) 475-9600<\/p>\n<p>Meet local artists in their studios. Purchase of calendar required for admission.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=26414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Welcome Back Monarchs Day<\/a> &#8211;<\/strong> TBD 2021<br \/>\nNatural Bridges State Park, Santa Cruz (831) 423-4609<\/p>\n<p>Discover why these amazing butterflies call Santa Cruz their home.\u00a0 Activities include: arts, crafts, games, and music.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monte-foundation.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Annual Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza!<\/a>\u00a0&#8211;<\/strong> TBD 2021<br \/>\nSeacliff State Beach, Aptos (831) 685-3317<\/p>\n<p>A great family event that features many game and food booths, live entertainment and a fireworks display.<\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do-in-santa-cruz\/festivals-and-events\/santa-cruz-pumpkin-patches\/\"> Santa Cruz Pumpkin Patches<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>&#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/things-to-do\/festivals-and-events\/half-moon-bay-pumpkin-patches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Patches<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events#harvest_Fair\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Harvest Faire &amp; Steam Festival<\/a> TBD 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp, Felton, CA<\/p>\n<p>Step into the incredible world of steam power at the Harvest Faire &amp; Steam Festival presented by Kinetic Steam Works and Roaring Camp Railroads. Welcome Fall with heritage children&#8217;s activities like scarecrow making, pumpkin patch picking, candle making and gold panning. Behold steam-powered line shafts, player pianos, letter presses, printing presses and more!\u00a0 For tickets and information, call 831-335-4484.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events#ev16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thomas and Percy&#8217;s Halloween Party\u2122<\/a> TBD 2021<br \/>\n<\/strong>Roaring Camp, Felton, CA<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0TBD 2021 \u2014 <\/strong>Dress up for Halloween with favorites Thomas\u2122 and Percy\u2122, for a 20 minute train ride, entertainment, and fun filled activities for the entire family.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/things-to-do\/festivals-and-events\/half-moon-bay-art-pumpkin-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Giant Pumpkin Contest<\/a> \u2014 \u00a0TBD 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Half Moon Bay\u2014The gathering of titanic pumpkins will take place at the\u00a0Safeway World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-off!\u00a0 Nearly 100 participants will enter their massive pumpkins in hopes of capturing the coveted title and a share of $30,000 in prize money.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/things-to-do\/festivals-and-events\/half-moon-bay-art-pumpkin-festival\/\">Half Moon Bay Art &amp; Pumpkin Festival<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nMain Street, Half Moon Bay, CA<\/p>\n<p>45 miles north of Santa Cruz is the wildly popular Half Moon Bay Art &amp; Pumpkin Festival. \u00a0Admission is free.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Spooky or Not Spooky?<\/strong><\/a><strong> TBD 2021<\/strong><br \/>\nSaturday, October 27 at 1:00 pm<br \/>\nAND Saturday, October 28 at 11:30 am<\/p>\n<p>A Big Basin special walk for Halloween! The\u00a0walk in the forest\u00a0focuses on the weird and wonderful.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.benaturalmusicsantacruz.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Be Natural Youth Halloween Rock Concert<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nFlynn&#8217;s Cabaret &amp; Steakhouse in Felton (formally Don Quixote&#8217;s)\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This is\u00a0their biggest concert fundraiser in the Fall! BIG RAFFLE PRIZES!\u00a0Great food, drinks 7 friends!!\u00a0All TEN youth rock bands are performing!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=26413\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Heritage Harvest Festival<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nWilder Ranch State Park, Santa Cruz\u00a0 \u00a0(831) 426-0505<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy live music, wagon rides, draft horse demonstrations, \u00a0harvest and decorate pumpkins.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Missing Arm of William Waddell<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nBig Basin Redwoods State Park\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 338-8860<\/p>\n<p>A 1\/2 mile guided walk through a forest decorated in the spirit of Halloween. Walks leave every 20 minutes, from 7 pm. FREE<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scparks.com\/Home\/RecreationPrograms\/SpecialEvents\/SpecialEventsatthePool.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Floating Pumpkin Patch<\/a> &#8211;<\/strong> TBD 2021<br \/>\n979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (831) 454-7901<\/p>\n<p>In addition to pumpkins, they&#8217;ve got plenty of other fun activities planned for the day, including games, prizes, music, popcorn, and pumpkin decorating, and the waterslide will be open!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/svhaunt.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Scotts Valley Haunted House<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\n<strong>Scotts Valley High\u00a0School<\/strong><br \/>\n555 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0(831) 439-9555<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s scary so no kids under 10 years old<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cabrillovapa.com\/events\/haunted-halloween\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Haunted Halloween Concert<\/a> &#8211; \u00a0TBD 2021<\/strong><br \/>\n6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0(831) 479-6100<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate Halloween with the spooky tunes from the Cabrillo College Piano Department.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/seymourcenter.ucsc.edu\/learn\/family-activities\/family-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fish, Fins, and Flukes Fall Festival<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nSeymour Center, Long Marine Lab, Santa Cruz (831) 459-3800<\/p>\n<p>Guests will explore our marine lab\u2019s Science Showcase featuring unique science artifacts, our skull collection, and a whale of a skeleton (or two!). Family crafts, El Buen Taco food truck, and live music from The Singing Scientist complete the day..<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spooky or Not Spooky? <\/a><\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>A Big Basin special walk for Halloween! The\u00a0walk in the forest\u00a0focuses on the weird and wonderful.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolavillage.com\/events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Halloween Parade<\/a> <\/strong>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\nCapitola Village, Capitola (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>The parade begins at 2:00 PM. Line-up at 1:30 PM in the Pacific Cove Parking Lot above Capitola Police Department and City Hall. The parade winds through Capitola Village and ends at Esplanade Park.<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy refreshments, entertainment, goody bags, balloons, and trick-or-treating at Village merchants. This free, family-friendly event is hosted by the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cityofsantacruz.com\/Home\/Components\/Calendar\/Event\/16942\/591\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Halloween on the Wharf<\/strong> <\/a>\u2014 TBD 2021<br \/>\n21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, California 95060<\/p>\n<p>Join us for <strong>13 days of frightful fun<\/strong> on the Santa Cruz Wharf October 19 &#8211; 31! Take part in the Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt, snap a photo at our scenic photo booth, dance to Thriller at Zombie Night and enjoy festive Wharf specials ALL 13 days! It all kicks off October 19!<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"..\/things-to-do-in-santa-cruz\/festivals-and-events\/santa-cruz-halloween-celebrations\/\">Click here to see more Halloween inspired activities in Santa Cruz<\/a>\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;November&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/santacruzmah.org\/event\/dia-de-los-muertos-community-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Family Festival: Dia de los Muertos\/Day of the Dead<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; TBD 2021<\/p>\n<p>Museum of Art &amp; History, 705 Front St. (831) 429-1964<\/p>\n<p>All ages will enjoy enjoy music and art activities.\u00a0 Admission is free.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hotrodsatthebeach.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hot Rods at the Beach Car Show<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Over 500 classic &amp; street rod cars will be on display. Also featured: raffles, food, music, and more. All proceeds are donated to the Santa Cruz Police Officers Association.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"christmas-tree-farms\/\">Santa Cruz Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/a>\u00a0 Late Nov &amp; Dec.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms are listed.<\/p>\n<p>Getting your family&#8217;s Christmas tree can become a cherished family memory and the beginning of a new family tradition!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.downtownsantacruz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Community Tree Lighting<\/a> &#8211; To be announced<\/h3>\n<p>Corner of Pacific Ave. &amp; Water Streets., Downtown, Santa Cruz (831) 429.8443<\/p>\n<p>A community event that features Santa, Victorian carriage rides, tree lighting, holiday caroling, and food drive fro the needy.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.capitolachamber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Surfin&#8217; Santa<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Capitola Village, Capitola (831) 475-6522<\/p>\n<p>Santa &amp; his reindeer surf into Capitola Beach!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.downtownsantacruz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Community Tree Lighting<\/a> &#8211; To be announced<\/h3>\n<p>Corner of Pacific Ave. &amp; Water Sts., Downtown, Santa Cruz (831) 429.8443<\/p>\n<p>A community event that features Santa, Victorian carriage rides, tree lighting, holiday caroling, and food drive fro the needy.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/roaringcamp.com\/events#holiday_Lights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through the streets of Santa Cruz as passengers lend their voices to holiday carols, sip hot spiced cider and listen to musical entertainment while Santa visits the little ones, or the young at heart!<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;December&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"christmas-tree-farms\/\">Santa Cruz Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/a>\u00a0 Late Nov &amp; Dec.<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms are listed.<br \/>\nGetting your family&#8217;s Christmas tree can become a cherished family memory and the beginning of a new family tradition!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/roaringcamp.com\/events#holiday_Lights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through the streets of Santa Cruz as passengers lend their voices to holiday carols, sip hot spiced cider and listen to musical entertainment while Santa visits the little ones, or the young at heart!<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzharbor.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lighted Boat Parade<\/a> TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Santa Cruz Harbor<\/strong>, Santa Cruz (831) 475-6161<\/p>\n<p>Decorated boats parade through Santa Cruz Harbor. This is a fun event for the whole family.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.downtownsantacruz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade<\/a> TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Pacific Ave., Downtown, Santa Cruz (831) 429-8433<\/p>\n<p>Marching bands, floats, horses, classic cars, and Santa parade down Pacific Ave.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.downtownsantacruz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Snow Night &#8211; Downtown Santa Cruz<\/a><\/h3>\n<p>Corner of Pacific Ave. &amp; Cooper St., Downtown Santa Cruz (831) 429-8433<\/p>\n<p>Children 12 &amp; under can experience a &#8220;White Christmas&#8221; in this snow play area! \u00a0Food donation required.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=549\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Holidays on the Ranch<\/a> &#8211; TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Wilder Ranch State Park<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Two miles north on Hwy. 1,\u00a0Santa Cruz, CA (831) 426.0505<\/p>\n<p>Experience the winter holidays as Santa Cruzeans did in the early 20th century with traditional games, crafts, and\u00a0music.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/seymourcenter.ucsc.edu\/learn\/family-activities\/family-events\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jingle Shells Art &amp; Book<\/a> TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Seymour Marine Discovery Center,<\/strong> Santa Cruz (831) 459-3800<\/p>\n<p>Their annual holiday celebration features ocean- and nature-inspired gifts by local artists and crafts people. In addition, there are plenty of children&#8217;s\u00a0crafts, musical performances, and holidays decorated\u00a0exhibit hall. The festivities conclude with the lighting of their outdoor\u00a0blue whale skeleton.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.scbt.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Nutcracker<\/a> TBD 2021<\/h3>\n<p>Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre<br \/>\n2800 South Rodeo Gulch Road, Suite C,\u00a0Soquel, CA 95073 \u00a0(831) 477-1606<\/p>\n<p>Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre boasts a fully professional orchestra for its annual &#8220;The Nutcracker&#8221; as well as a Music Director.<\/p>\n<h3>\u00a0<\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>Are we missing an event that should be featured in this section?\u00a0 Please let us know and we may add it!\u00a0 Send a name\/description to us by <a href=\"mailto:david@digitalr.com?subject=events-seasonal\"> clicking here<\/a> &gt;&gt;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\u00a0<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for a great event or festival? We got you covered! Santa Cruz is much more than just a summer vacation destination.\u00a0 With its year-round events, indoor and outdoor activities, and tourist destinations there are many ways to keep yourself entertained throughout the year. 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