Joining Solvang’s line-up of fall festivities is the Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch, a family-owned and operated agricultural adventure which will be open daily, late-September through October 31, 2023 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM). This year’s “Patch” will include pumpkins weighing from 1/2 lb. up to 600 lbs., as well as a 14-acre corn maze, which […]
The Annual Lompoc Valley Scarecrow Contest will take place from October 16-31. This event is hosted by the Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau. Businesses around Lompoc will creatively decorate their storefronts with a scarecrow. They may be spooky, funny, or traditional! There will be two awards overall, People’s Choice and Judges’ Pick. […]
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 enjoy festive Wharf specials ALL 13 days! It all kicks off October 19!
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 beautiful Capitola to paint live for four days (October 30 – November 5). You’ll find hundreds of paintings on display, for sale, and entered into […]
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 windows of participating businesses.
OPAC is proud to be the official venue for one of our community's most beloved holiday traditions: Dia de Los Muertos! Join us for a mesmerizing and heartfelt celebration of life and remembrance at OPAC's annual Day of the Dead event. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Mexican and Filipino culture as we pay […]
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!
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. Over 50 talented artists are bringing their boutique works to the Bay View room & Sunroom in the Historic Cocoanut Grove at the Santa Cruz […]
On Saturday, November 4th, 2023, more than 15 Ventura County farms, ranches, and agricultural organizations will open their doors and invite the public to experience a day of agricultural activities and tours during the 11th Annual Ventura County Farm Day. It is completely self-guided — you drive yourself at your own pace to any of […]
This destination triathlon event takes place on Morro Bay's waterfront November 5tth, 2023 beginning with a harbor swim or if you prefer, a kayak or SUP paddle. This unique event also has Olympic and sprint courses that take participants on a bike ride along beautiful Estero Bay, and ends with a run on the beach […]
Family fun abounds at this three-day festival and carnival. No carnival would be complete without an array of games and rides – including a Ferris Wheel on Avenue of the Flags, Buellton’s main drag. The fun also includes more than 25 bands performing on two stages, a street fair, and food vendors. Best of all, […]
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 collecting unique art and objects then this is somewhere you need to visit! Held at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds in Watsonville. You can find […]
Join us Saturday and Sunday Nov. 11th & 12th for the WSA Surf championship Tour Event #4 at Morro Rock. The Western Surfing Association (WSA) is the oldest amateur surfing association in the USA and, by far, the largest on the West Coast. The WSA, established in 1961, is a California non-profit corporation dedicated to […]
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 sipping while strolling through many favorite Downtown Santa Cruz shops. At Check-in, receive your glass and a map of the pouring locations, and enjoy an […]
The O’Neill Cold Water Classic – North America’s Longest Running Surf Contest is back for again, providing unique content and marketing longevity beyond the on-site experience. Since 1987, The O’Neill Cold Water Classic has been northern California’s premier professional surfing event held at Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz.
David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is a master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers. Beloved for his personal essays and short stories, David Sedaris is the author of Barrel Fever, Holidays on Ice, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When […]
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 the promise of “happily ever after”. A part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet […]
Comedy Show & Dinner with Michael Mancini ?️ Saturday 11/18 Live music brought to you by Isaiah Pickett Band, a delicious 3-course dinner, comedy entertainment, and an after-party that'll make you wish the night would never end!
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 and more! Local artists join forces with talented Arboretum volunteers to produce one-of-kind living succulent wreaths, dried floral wreaths, floral centerpieces, and woodcrafts. These beautiful […]
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 Santa Cruz. Itinerary: Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of Neptune’s Kingdom on the Boardwalk of Santa Cruz at 5:00pm, 6:30, […]
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. In town, enjoy winter-themed activities.
A Cowboy Christmas returns for another year of unforgettable holiday activities for all ages! Guests will enjoy unique holiday animal experiences, food & drinks, games & obstacle course, bounce house, hay bale pyramid, hot cocoa bar, rowdy reindeer ride (mechanical bull) & more!
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 two parking lots along West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. This is always a popular spot for locals and tourists, as it over looks the […]
Each year, Solvang’s weeks-long holiday celebration lights up the region, making the Danish-American hamlet one of the “Most Christmassy Towns in America.” Julefest offers something for everyone in the family, too. Memories are made when children visit Santa and Mrs. Claus and embark on a season-long Nisse Adventure, which invites families to come to Solvang […]
The Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Foundation and the Agricultural History Project will again present HOLIDAY LIGHTS 2023 at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Starting November 24, 2023 – Holiday Lights will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in November and Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in December. HOLIDAY LIGHTS is over a 1/2 mile drive-through […]
Returning to SLO after their incredible 2019 show, this Latin Grammy-winning all-female ensemble is revolutionizing traditional Latin American music with their edgy, versatile flair. Transcending culture and gender, they’ve enchanted global audiences with three albums and a fresh rock-inspired compilation. Experience their boundary-breaking fusion and be captivated by their unique sound.
Join community leaders, Downtown merchants, and friends in a festive tradition to light up the County’s tallest Christmas tree – 110 feet high! Entertainment, food trucks, a holiday marketplace and Santa’s arrival ring in the season. The November 30, 2023 tree lighting runs from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Plaza Park.
The festival consists of the Winter Wonderland Marketplace and the Enchanted Garden Lights. Join us starting December 1st to see all the exciting new additions for 2023!
The 2023 Children’s Christmas Season parade will be held Friday, December 1, starting at 6:00 PM. This year’s theme is “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”! The parade will begin on H Street and proceed onto Ocean Avenue, and South to I Street. After the parade concludes, participants and spectators are invited to gather at Centennial […]
Morgan Hill’s annual Holiday Lights Parade returns to downtown Morgan Hill. Invite your friends and family to enjoy this hometown holiday celebration with a Christmas tree lighting and holiday parade with floats, cars, local clubs, youth sports teams, and even Santa himself!
2022 Information below, stay tuned for more details on the Oxnard Christmas Parade 12/2/2023... Enjoy the sights and sounds of 2300 participants in 100 entries including colorful marching bands, equestrian units, local school groups, floats and a visit from Santa! 8,000 guests line the streets to watch this yearly spectacle. The Parade route runs through […]
Get the tastiest tamales in town - from sweet to savory, traditional to gourmet. Enjoy holiday crafts fair, kids activities and live music. The City of Oxnard's Recreation and Community Services Division is thrilled to present the 16th Annual Oxnard Tamale Festival. The event will return to Plaza Park on Saturday December 2, 2023, from […]
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa at Dick Dewees Community Center, located at 1120 West Ocean Avenue in Lompoc, California. At breakfast, while enjoying a delicious meal, children will be able to write a letter to Santa that they can give to him when they meet him! There will be two breakfast sessions held; session […]
The Lompoc Valley Historical Society presents the Victorian Christmas Open House! For the first time in years, the 1875 Victorian Home will be lavishly decorated for the holidays! Group tours are available by appointment and the bargain shop will be open. The event will be held at 207 N. L Street in Lompoc, California. Open […]
Don your Santa hats and unbox your jingle bells because Morgan Hill’s annual Holiday Lights Parade returns on December 2, 2023 and is made possible by the Morgan Hill Kiwanis organization and the City of Morgan Hill. Immerse yourself in all-things holiday cheer at this hometown celebration complete with Christmas tree lighting and a merry […]
Enjoy a holiday open house at Andy's Orchard, a classic California orchard growing the widest variety of heirloom stone fruits on the west coast. Sample holiday food items, featuring famous handmade sugar plums and other confections. Also available for tasting will be delicious fresh and dried fruits, nuts and an array of gourmet food specialty […]
December 2nd beginning at 6:00pm the official Lighted Boat parade will light up the night. Be dazzled as our fishing, leisure and yachting community take to the water with decorated boats with dazzling lights and holiday cheer. Ooh and aah as participating boats compete for prizes and celebrate the holiday wonder along Embarcadero.
The Lompoc Pops Orchestra presents, “A Pops Season’s Greetings” at the First United Methodist Church located at 925 North F Street Lompoc, CA 93436. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Sunday, December 3rd. The Lompoc Pops will be performing your favorite songs of the season! Ticket prices remain at $25.00 for general […]
The Lompoc Pops Orchestra presents, “A Pops Season’s Greetings” at the First United Methodist Church located at 925 North F Street Lompoc, CA 93436. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Sunday, December 3rd. The Lompoc Pops will be performing your favorite songs of the season! Ticket prices remain at $25.00 for general […]
Get in the festive spirit with a day of sipping and shopping at Lion Ranch Vineyards and Winery for the local Maker’s Market on Sunday, December 3, 2023 from 11:00 a.m.-3 p.m. Visit with more than 20 vendors, shop to live music and enjoy charcuterie boxed lunches available for purchase by Cochi’s Kitchen, a locally […]
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