Capitola: Plein Art Museum

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 […]

Sea Glass and Ocean Art Festival

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. […]

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Hot Rods at the Beach Check out hundreds of sweet hot rods, street rods, vintage, muscle, custom, and classic cars in the Boardwalk Parking Lot. Free admission!

Goat Hill Fair

Goat Hill is a community event not to be missed. If you have a love for vintage ~ styling your home with old-style objects, wearing vintage jewelry & clothing, and […]

Downtown Santa Cruz: Fall Wine Walk

Presenting the Downtown Santa Cruz Fall Wine Walk 2023! Join us in the heart of the Central Coast to taste great wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains and beyond. Enjoy […]

Civic Auditorium: Cinderella World Ballet

Welcome to the magical world of Cinderella, coming to Santa Cruz this Fall! An enchanting story for all ages with a wonderful dose of humor, majesty of classical ballet and […]

UCSC: Arboretum: Gift and Wreath Sale

Looking for the perfect gifts and decorations for Thanksgiving and the holiday season? Go to the Arboretum’s Annual Gift & Wreath Sale for a great selection of locally hand-made gifts […]

West Cliff: Outdoor Holiday Market

Come enjoy our outdoor market with unique artisans and food trucks while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one of a kind market will be held in […]

Roaring Camp: Holiday Lights Train

A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of […]

Roaring Camp Railroads: Holiday Tree Walk

Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cocoa while greeting Santa Claus. […]