SANTA PAULA - Admission to the Santa Paula Art Museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of every month. Enjoy the Museum’s current exhibitions for free from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fun fact: Santa Paula is home to three museums, all of which offer free admission on the first Sunday of every […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
JUN 10 - SEP 9 SANTA CRUZ Wharf - Welcome back to Tuesday Night Live at the Wharf Common’s stage! Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, head to the Wharf for live music and games from 6 to 8pm. Check out Wharf Business pop ups, game and photo booth by The Booth Biz in the […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
CAPITOLA - Bring chairs, jackets, a picnic supper, and the family to enjoy free live music and the sunset! Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and take place at the Esplanade bandstand. Visit local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at the beach! Suggested to bring low back chairs […]
MAY 28 - OCT 1 SANTA CRUZ - Sailboat races to watch & admire from the beach or harbor.
SANTA CRUZ - Chardonnay Sailing Charters features a different local winery every Thursday evening from May through October. Enjoy the fabulous wines provided and entice your palate with complimentary hours-d’oeuvres while taking in the stunning views of the California coastline. Learn about the local wineries and the art of winemaking. Watch the sunset, raise your […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
MAY 29 - AUG 28 SANTA CRUZ - Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy a family-friendly party on the beach at no charge! There will be local bands and DJs performing on the outdoor stage. There will be BBQ food and drinks for purchase at reasonable prices all in a beachside setting providing stunning views […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
MAY 30 - AUG 29 SANTA CRUZ - Go Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at the Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors
LOMPOC - Experience a fragrant and festive day at the Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm, where the beauty of lavender season is in full bloom in Lompoc, California. Enjoy a refreshing glass of lavender lemonade, take part in lavender wreath-making workshops, shop handcrafted goods at our local artisan market, and savor delicious farm-to-table food while […]
SANTA CRUZ - This family- and dog-friendly beer festival is celebrating fun in the sun with craft brews from far and wide! Santa Cruz’s booming craft beverage scene will also be heavily represented by breweries and cideries new and old.
SANTA CRUZ - Shared Adventures presents its annual Day on the Beach event at Cowell Beach, Saturday, July 12, 2025. Each year, over 300 people with special needs participate in adaptive ocean sports with the help of over 250 enthusiastic volunteers creating life-changing memories.
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
SANTA CRUZ - Head to DeLaveaga Park to enjoy the full outdoor theatre experience! You can bring your own picnic basket and drinks to enjoy the picnic bluff area or check out concession options before you go! Why not grab some wine from the Santa Cruz mountains and a curated charcuterie box to make it […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
JUL 4 - SEPT 21 ARROYO GRANDE - Kicking off July 4, followed every Sunday afternoon through September 21 from 1-3 p.m., Arroyo Grande’s Heritage Park will be transformed into a community concert venue. In addition to free family-friendly musical acts, picnickers can enjoy local food, craft beer and wine alongside small town ambience.
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
CAPITOLA - Bring chairs, jackets, a picnic supper, and the family to enjoy free live music and the sunset! Concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and take place at the Esplanade bandstand. Visit local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at the beach! Suggested to bring low back chairs […]
MAY 28 - OCT 1 SANTA CRUZ - Sailboat races to watch & admire from the beach or harbor.
SANTA CRUZ - Chardonnay Sailing Charters features a different local winery every Thursday evening from May through October. Enjoy the fabulous wines provided and entice your palate with complimentary hours-d’oeuvres while taking in the stunning views of the California coastline. Learn about the local wineries and the art of winemaking. Watch the sunset, raise your […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
MAY 29 - AUG 28 SANTA CRUZ - Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy a family-friendly party on the beach at no charge! There will be local bands and DJs performing on the outdoor stage. There will be BBQ food and drinks for purchase at reasonable prices all in a beachside setting providing stunning views […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Every Friday night (Except 4th of July this year) on the beach in front of the Colonnade, bring your family and your blanket or low-back chair to experience the ultimate movie night! Watch your favorite movies while munching on mouthwatering Boardwalk treats, from kettle corn and saltwater taffy to corn […]
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
MAY 30 - AUG 29 SANTA CRUZ - Go Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at the Summer Block Party, happening every Friday! Food – Artists – Live Music – Vendors
JULY 19 FELTON - Evening train and dinner excursion from the beach to the Redwoods. Upon arrival, a delicious barbecue dinner and live music awaits you.
SANTA CRUZ - Enjoy a weekend filled with Art, Wine and Live Music! Shop over 32+ Local Artists and Food Vendors! Jewelry, leather goods, paintings & watercolors, mosaics, photography, textiles, woodworks, candles, succulent arrangements, soaps and body lotions, snacks and other great gifts!
SANTA CRUZ West Cliff - Just in time for Summer Break, head to the outdoor market with unique artisans 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, […]
SCOTTS VALLEY - Enjoy free admission to Family Fun Day at Skypark in Scotts Valley! There will be fun-filled booths and games, multiple bounce houses, face painting, music, delicious food, refreshing drinks and so much more!
SANTA CRUZ Beach Boardwalk - Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission […]
CAPITOLA Village & Wharf - The City of Capitola is thrilled to add to Sunday Art & Music this summer! Now called Capitola Makers Market, a fresh and inspiring evolution of Art at the Beach where you can soak up the stunning views of Monterey Bay while exploring an incredible collection of artwork. From beautiful […]
