SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY HALF MARATHON

Prepare to take a scenic journey on this 13.1-mile course that winds through the Santa Ynez Valley bordered by vineyards and the Sierra Madre Mountains. The course starts in downtown Solvang, then passes through the quaint town of Los Olivos, making its way up Corkscrew Hill before the beautiful run down Ballard Canyon to the […]

SHE.IS.BEAUTIFUL SANTA CRUZ RACE

She.is.beautiful Santa Cruz Race welcomes all levels and abilities. This race event is female-focused and welcomes ALL PEOPLE. This is the perfect race to set a goal to work towards! Great place to make memories with your friends and family, or a solo gratitude moment!

ROARING CAMP RAILROADS: MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

Treat Mom to something memorable on her special day with a delectable Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet accompanied with live music by Pat Hull. After a lovely brunch, relax with a train ride through the towering redwoods.

COTTONWOOD CONCERTS: RAS DANNY & REGGAE ALL STARS

RAS DANNY HAILS FROM TRENCHTOWN KINGSTON JAMAICA THE BIRTHPLACE OF REGGAE MUSIC AND HOME OF BOB MARLEY. SoulFyah is a beautiful local talent who shares the Island vibes and Culture with a silky smooth voice and colorful appeal. This special Mother's day event is also featuring fabulous local Tribal and Fusion Bellydancers and teachers who […]

43rd Annual Morgan Hill Mushroom Festival

Fun with fungi! Celebrate everything magnificent about mushrooms, their benefits, how they are grown and their delicious tastes from stuffed, sautéed, deep fried and grilled. The festival features arts & crafts, gourmet food booths, cooking demonstrations, mushroom educational exhibits and displays, live entertainment on two stages, Street performers and strolling musicians, wine & beer gardens, […]

Memorial Day Weekend at Gilroy Gardens

Come out to Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park on Memorial Day Weekend to enjoy three days of patriotic family fun! Admission is FREE for Military Members (both active and retired) and up to 6 guests. Check the Gilroy Gardens website for more details and park hours

VINOSOL: A LATIN DANCE PARTY

📣 Presenting VINOSOL! Our last Latin Dance Party was so much fun, we have started a new monthly series at @cottonwoodcanyonwinery! 🎶🪘 Mark your calendars for SATURDAY MAY 25th! We are hosting an open level Salsa class followed by a free social as we dance to Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia, and more! 🎶🪘 5PM SALSA LESSON […]

ROARING CAMP RAILROADS: MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

This Memorial Day Weekend Day, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities and live music.

Forbes Organ Series: Alcee Chriss

A featured star in the PBS documentary Pipe Dreams (2019), Alcee Chriss III is an organist and keyboardist from Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Chriss is the winner of the 2017 Canadian International Organ Competition and the Firmin Swinnen Silver Medal at the 2016 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition. He has been celebrated for his “grace, […]

Roaring Camp: Redwood Mountain Faire

Dance the day away to live music with your friends and family while enjoying tasty locally-made food, cold beer, cider and wine in an open field surrounded by redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains.

Watsonville: Wine, Beer, and Art Walk

The City of Watsonville and the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture are pleased to partner together to present our 5th Annual Wine, Beer, and Art walk in historic downtown Watsonville. This event is a great way for locals and visitors to experience great local wines, craft beers, delicious food, and artwork by talented […]

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 […]