Woodies on the Wharf

Celebrate the Santa Cruz surf lifestyle and classic surf wagons at Woodies on the Wharf. Come see the more than 200 “Woodies”, gorgeous, pre-1950s cars that feature wood bodies, line the Santa Cruz Wharf. Stroll the Wharf and enjoy dozens of shops and restaurants and stellar coastal views while you soak up the sun and […]

Pleasure Point Street Fair

Pleasure Point will be buzzing as the community takes to the street to enjoy the Pleasure Point Street Fair. This event will be held on Portola Drive between 41st and 38th Avenues. There will be bike parking available, and admission is free.

45th Annual Ventura County Greek Festival

Now in its 45th year, The Ventura County Greek Festival is one of the longest-running cultural festivals in Ventura County. Over a long weekend, the Festival attracts thousands of guests from Ventura, Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles Counties. Showcasing the Greek culture through food, music, dance, and storytelling, we bring to you the opportunity to […]

Visit Ventura Drone Show With Pre Festivities at Ventura Harbor Village

Join us for a spectacular display of lights from Visit Ventura at 9pm on June 26th! The drone display is themed around the X-Games located at the Ventura Fairgrounds from June 28-30. Watch from the beaches across from Ventura Harbor Village and come early to enjoy the pre-festivities starting at 6pm on the Main Lawn. […]

Morgan Hill Celebrates Independence Day Like No Other Bay Area City

Morgan Hill’s annual Freedom Fest has had continuous July 4th celebrations since 1876 and stands out as one of the only SF Bay Area cities that continues to have a full roster of events surrounding the 4th of July. Events include the popular "Patriotic Sing" at the downtown amphitheater, the Freedom Run, a family-friendly music […]

Solvang 4th of July Parade, BBQ, and Fireworks

Summer in Solvang heats up with one of the city’s most popular parades, Solvang Rotary’s annual July 4th Parade (11:00 AM), and post-parade BBQ. Dozens upon dozens of parade entrants such as classic cars, prancing horses, dance troupes, drum lines, and brass sections travel along the July 4th Parade route as it winds its way […]

Roaring Camp Railroads: 4th of July Weekend

This Fourth of July, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Enjoy the nostalgic town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities, live music and a good ol’ American BBQ. ACTIVITIES Live Music Kids Club Activities Chuckwagon BBQ

Scotts Valley: Fourth of July Parade and Flyover

Go see the Scotts Valley 4th of July Parade and Flyover! 10-11:45am- Kids zone free activities & food trucks Parade starts at 12:00pm. ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr. Food trucks continue after the parade until 3pm

Watsonville: Fourth of July Parade

The Spirit of Watsonville 4th of July parade proceeds down Main St. from St. Patrick’s Church to First Street. Thousands of spectators line the route five to six people deep. Those wanting a front row seat, place their chairs along the route early in the morning of the parade date

Aptos: “World’s Shortest Parade”

Welcome to the world’s shortest parade this July Fourth! The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the corner of Soquel Drive and State Park Drive and will continue to Trout Gulch Road.

Gizdich Ranch: U-Pick Strawberries

Weather can change if u-pick is open, so please call the ranch in advance before you go! Experience the most fun part of growing fruits at the Ranch! Combined with fresh air, sunshine and a little sweat, it’s a whole lot of fun for the kids and the entire family. Don’t forget your camera. When […]

Aptos: Hot Rods on the Green

A fun event at Twin Lakes Church for the whole family. Kingsmen have always had over 120 classic and modern cars and truck to check out! Stop by and enjoy!