Santa Cruz King Tides

California King Tides are coming to the shores of Santa Cruz County this winter! These naturally occurring and predictable events are when the highest and lowest tides hit our shores and create an even more dramatic coastline. At high tide, the powerful waves often crash against seawalls and extend beyond their usual natural borders. The […]

Shaolin Jazz: CAN I KICK IT?

Experience the entertaining fusion of hip-hop, jazz, and martial arts with Shaolin Jazz’s CAN I KICK IT? Witness cult classic and contemporary martial arts/action films come to life as they’re scored scene-by-scene with a vibrant blend of Hip Hop, Soul, and Funk by live DJs – uncovering the unique intersections of these dynamic cultures.

CHICAGO

After 26 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy, and […]

Taj Mahal Quartet & Sona Jobarteh

With a 50+ year career, three Grammy wins, 14 nominations, Blues Hall of Fame membership, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association, Taj Mahal’s impact on the blues is undeniable. This performance will include widely acclaimed Gambian musician Sona Jobarteh, one of the first female Kora virtuosos, who is known for her […]

43RD ANNUAL CLAM CHOWDER COOK-OFF

Attention chowder lovers! Taste the best at the 43rd Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off! Sample chowder from Amateur Chefs on Saturday, followed by Professional Chefs on Sunday. Both days feature Boston and Manhattan Clam Chowder, and you can help pick a winner each day. Rain or Shine! Tasting kit proceeds benefit Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation.

LIGHTWIRE THEATER DINO-LIGHT

Join Lightwire Theater, semi-finalists on NBC's America's Got Talent and winners of Tru TV's Fake Off, for their electrifying production, Dino-Light. Recipient of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation Grant, this glow-in-the-dark adventure weaves a heartwarming story with a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance, captivating audiences worldwide.

SURFER’S PATH 10K AND 5K

Welcome to the Surfer’s Path 10k & 5k. This event covers a portion of the epic Surfer’s Path Half Marathon course. The distance is reduced but the scenery remains breathtaking! Participants are treated to beach front and bluff views of the Monterey Bay along the majestic Santa Cruz County coastline. You travel the Surfer’s Path, […]

Surfers Path 10k and 5k

Welcome to the Surfer’s Path 10k & 5k. This event covers a portion of the epic Surfer’s Path Half Marathon course. The distance is reduced but the scenery remains breathtaking! Participants are treated to beach front and bluff views of the Monterey Bay along the majestic Santa Cruz County coastline. You travel the Surfer’s Path, […]

9th Annual “March Is Mermaid Month” At Ventura Harbor Village

Ventura Harbor Village is set to host the 9th Annual “March Is Mermaid Month,” a month-long shell-abration of mermaids (and mermen) by the sea! Select restaurants will have special mermaid eats & treats, select stores will have special mermaid MERchandise, and there will be a free mermaid scavenger hunt daily, redeemable for prizes at our […]

Reggae Party at Flower City Ballroom

Soul Fyah and DJ Lee will be at Flower City Ballroom on March 2, 2024 from 7-11 PM for a reggae party! This is an all-ages show; tickets are $12 when bought in advance online and $15 at the door. Flower City Ballroom 110 W Ocean Lompoc, CA 93436 United States Phone 805-757-7055

Ventura Harbor Village Live Steel Druming

Enjoy the sounds of seaside live music from noon to 3 PM on the Seaside Stage in beautiful Ventura Harbor Village. Listen from the scenic seaside promenade or while dining on a nearby waterfront restaurant patio. SEA you there!

THE BIRDS AND THE BEES AND MORE: POLLINATORS

Join the California Nature Art Museum as they bring the important topic of pollinators to their gallery featuring original art by Ava Roth, Elizabeth Weber, Susan McDonnell, and Cynthia James.Each artist brings a unique perspective to their pollinating subjects. The Museum is delighted to also be collaborating with the Cheadle Center For Biodiversity and Ecological […]