The Duck Island Festival is a family-friendly celebration in the heart of downtown Santa Cruz at San Lorenzo Park. There will be food trucks, a bar, vendors and more!
The lineup:
- Mitchum Yacoub & The Brass Empire (Afrobeat, funk, and soul)
- Sonny & His Rhinestone Sunsets (Classic country-rock and honky-tonk shuffles)
- Trestles (Local rock and reggae rhythms)
- Dan P. & The Bricks (High-energy roots ska)
- Kaefan (Indie rock and groove)
- DJ Jared from People’s Disco (High energy dance DJ between the acts)
Locals Love: The green space, nature and wildlife that shares the popular event focal point.
First Timers Miss: The duck pond that used to surround the stage has been drained, making first timers wonder where the ducks and the island are.
Insights: Bring low-back folding chairs, small blankets, refillable water bottles, and layers. Those coastal breezes can either bring a chill or warm you up!


