Monterey Bay Region

This friend- and family-owned craft cidery is south Santa Clara County’s only hard apple cider company and a truly off the beaten path, hidden gem type of experience. Mingle with […]

Buckle up for a whirlwind of excitement. These monthly events on August 26, September 23 and October 28 are your golden ticket to exploring the heart and soul of this […]

Mark the fall migration at one of the most beautiful places on the planet for the Monterey Bay Festival of Birds featuring field trips, workshops, family-fun activities, and keynote speakers. […]

Join us for 13 days of frightful fun on the Santa Cruz Wharf! Take part in the Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt, snap a photo at our scenic photo booth, and […]

The Food Truck Fly-In returns for its third year on Saturday, October 21 at the San Martin Airport. Prepare for takeoff with a day of aviation and community fun for […]

Morgan Hill Open Studios announces its second open studio on October 21 & 22 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. This is a free opportunity for visitors and guests to […]

Enjoy Tastings of Beer and Wine right in the heart of Pleasure Point!

Chili Cook Off Bring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of Best Chili!

Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party Dress up for Halloween with favorites Thomas and Percy, for a 20-minute train ride, entertainment, and fun-filled activities for the entire family.

Capitola Plein Air is back! This fall, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town…literally! Artists set up their easels on the wharf, shore, and streets of […]

Trick or Treat Every Halloween, the Santa Cruz Police Department and the City of Santa Cruz close down Pacific Avenue for kids to trick or treat! Watch for signs in […]

The Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival features genuine sea glass and artist-made creations while benefiting our local marine environment. This year the festival celebrates its 15th anniversary. […]