{"id":19,"date":"2018-07-17T23:01:20","date_gmt":"2018-07-17T23:01:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz2\/?p=19"},"modified":"2020-10-27T18:41:39","modified_gmt":"2020-10-27T18:41:39","slug":"santa-cruz-california-annual-events-and-festivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-california-annual-events-and-festivals\/","title":{"rendered":"Santa Cruz, California Annual Events and Festivals"},"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>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 the most popular annual events and festivals in Half Moon Bay.<\/p>\n<p>To refine your search and focus exclusively on a specific travel destination, e.g., <a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/monterey\/\">Monterey<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/halfmoonbay\/\">Yosemite<\/a>, please select the desired vacation location from our <a href=\"http:\/\/www.explorer1.com\/#destination\">Destination Explorer<\/a> and search away!<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Santa Cruz is much more than just a summer vacation destination. With its year-round events, indoor and outdoor activities, and tourist destinations there are many ways to keep yourself entertained throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p>Please scroll down the page to view our listings.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jesse@explorer1.com?subject=HMB Event\">Click here to submit an event to our calendar.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\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 (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 State 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. 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><\/strong> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Louden Nelson Center, Santa Cruz (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><\/strong> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Cocoanut 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> <\/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> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz (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> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1156 High Street, University of California Santa Cruz (831) 427-2998<\/p>\n<p><strong>Arboretum at UCSC &#8211; <\/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 \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Steamer 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 \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Steamer 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 Race<\/a> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cowells 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><\/p>\n<p>Capitola Beach, Capitola (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><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (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, Santa Cruz 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> Harvey West Park,<\/p>\n<p>300 Evergreen St., Santa Cruz (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. 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><\/p>\n<p>Civic Auditorium, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Capitola Beach, Capitola (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><\/p>\n<p>Downtown Plaza, Main &amp; Peck Streets, Watsonville (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><\/p>\n<p>Davenport Resource Center, 100 Church St., Davenport (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><\/p>\n<p>Rio &amp; Del Mar Theatres, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Big 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><\/p>\n<p>Agricultural History Museum, 2601 East Lake Ave., Hwy. 152, Watsonville (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><\/p>\n<p>Watsonville Airport, 100 Aviation Way, Watsonville (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>24th Annual Santa Cruz Longboard Club Invitational<\/p>\n<p>Steamer Lane at Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (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><\/p>\n<p>Downtown Boulder Creek (831) 338-2578<\/p>\n<p>The festival is made up of over 200 vendor booths, and features live music and international food and local wineries booths.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzbluesfestival.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">16th Annual Santa Cruz Blues Festival<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Aptos Village Park, Aptos (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><\/p>\n<p>Various 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><\/p>\n<p>Pacific 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><\/p>\n<p>Various 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><\/p>\n<p>Capitola Village, Capitola (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><\/p>\n<p>Seacliff State Beach, Aptos (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. 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><\/p>\n<p>end of Delaware Ave., Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Felton (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><\/p>\n<p>Laurel 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><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (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><\/p>\n<p>Beach 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><\/p>\n<p>Mission Plaza Park, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz 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><\/p>\n<p>Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Main Street, Soquel (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><\/p>\n<p>Beach 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>\u2014July 7 &#8211; 13, 2016<\/p>\n<p>UCSC, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz (831) 462-5293<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.santacruzfirecracker10k.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">10K Firecracker Race &amp; Kids 1K\u2014<\/a>July 4, 2016<\/p>\n<p>Harvey West Park, Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Scotts Valley Community Center &amp; Skypark, Scotts Valley (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><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (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><\/p>\n<p>Soquel Dr. &amp; State Park Dr., Aptos Village (831) 688-1467<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/ www.parks.ca.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Old-Fashioned Independence Day<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Wilder 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><\/p>\n<p>Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff, Santa Cruz (831) 420-6115<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.shakespearesantacruz.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shakespeare Santa Cruz &#8211; Summer Festival<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Theatre 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><\/p>\n<p>Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz (831) 420-5273<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wharftowharf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">44th Annual Wharf to Wharf Race<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz (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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>147 South River Street, Suite 232, Santa Cruz, CA 95060<br \/>\n(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>\u00a0<strong>\u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Starts 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. $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><\/p>\n<p>Beach 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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Siltanen Park, Scotts Valley (831) 440-5663<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cabrillomusic.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music<\/a><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>147 South River Street, Suite 232, Santa Cruz, CA 95060<br \/>\n(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> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Ramsey Park, Watsonville (831) 566-1230<\/p>\n<p>Strawberries take center stage at this celebration. 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><\/p>\n<p>UCSC, 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> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>DeLaveaga Golf Course, 401 Upper Park Rd., Santa Cruz (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><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (831) 335-4484<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.roaringcamp.com\/events.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Musical Saw Festival<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton (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><\/p>\n<p>Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd., Scotts Valley (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;<\/p>\n<p>Municipal 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; 8:10 &#8211; 10:30 a.m.<\/p>\n<p>Downtown 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 \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Main Beach, Santa Cruz 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><\/p>\n<p>Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, 1305 East Cliff, Santa Cruz (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> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>County 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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Civic 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; Noon &#8211; 4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>Santa 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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Felton (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><strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Pajaro Valley (831) 763-5600<\/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> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Big Basin Redwoods State Park, 21600 Big Basin Way, North of Boulder Creek (831) 338-8883<\/p>\n<p>Celebrate where the movement to \u201cSAVE THE TREES!\u201d all began. 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> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz (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><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ccscc.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Open Studios Art Tour<\/a> &#8211; First three weekends in Oct. <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Various locations, Countywide (831) 475-9600<\/p>\n<p>Meet local artists in their studios. Purchase of calendar required for admission.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pacific Rim Film Festival<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Various theatres in Santa Cruz County<\/p>\n<p>This annual Festival hosts international films. Admission is free except a benefit event on the last day.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bigtreescots.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Big Trees Scottish Gathering &amp; Highland Games<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Historic Roaring Camp Railroad, Felton, California<br \/>\nCelebration of Celtic culture! Music &amp; dance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parks.ca.gov\/?page_id=26414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Welcome Back Monarchs Day<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Natural Bridges State Park, Santa Cruz (831) 423-4609<\/p>\n<p>Discover why these amazing butterflies call Santa Cruz their home. Activities include: arts, crafts, games, and music.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.monte-foundation.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Annual Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza!<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Seacliff 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><a href=\"http:\/\/us.oneill.com\/cwc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">O&#8217;Neill Cold Water Classic<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\n<p>Steamer Lane, Santa Cruz (831) 475-4151<br \/>\nClassic surfer competition<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-pumpkin-patches\/\">Santa Cruz Pumpkin Patches<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For a list of local area pumpkin patches, please go to <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-pumpkin-patches\/\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-pumpkin-patches\/<\/a>.\u00a0 It has a comprehensive list of farms, reviews, and activities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For Halloween inspired events, please go to <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-halloween-celebrations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-halloween-celebrations\/<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;November&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p><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> \u2014\u00a0TBD for 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. Admission is free.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.hotrodsatthebeach.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hot Rods at the Beach Car Show<\/a> <strong> \u2014<\/strong>\u00a0TBD for 2021<\/p>\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.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/\"><strong>Santa Cruz Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/strong><\/a><strong> Late Nov &amp; Dec.<\/strong><\/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<p><strong>Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms are listed at <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For additional holiday inspired events, please go to <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-christmas-celebrations\/\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-christmas-celebrations\/.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>[expand title=&#8221;December&#8221; tag=&#8221;h2&#8243; trigclass=&#8221;arrowright&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><a style=\"font-size: 16px;\" href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/\"><strong>Santa Cruz Christmas Tree Farm Locations<\/strong><\/a><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> Late Nov &amp; Dec.<\/strong><\/h3>\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<p><strong>Multiple locations<\/strong> for pick and cut Christmas farms are listed at <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/things-to-do\/christmas-tree-farms\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For holiday inspired events, please go to <a href=\"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-christmas-celebrations\/\">https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/santa-cruz-christmas-celebrations\/.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/expand]<\/p>\n<p>Are we missing an event that should be featured in this section? Please let us know and we may add it! 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! Here is our mini-bucket 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 the most popular annual events and festivals in Half Moon [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3,4,5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-19","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-events","category-festivals","category-things-to-do","et-doesnt-have-format-content","et_post_format-et-post-format-standard"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4008,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/19\/revisions\/4008"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=19"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/explorer1.com\/santacruz\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=19"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}