Upcoming Events

With a wide range of free events taking place year-around, there’s always something to celebrate in Santa Cruz County every weekend. See what’s happening in Santa Cruz County and check out events here!

Abbott Square: Salsa Social

Abbott Square: Salsa Social

Abbott Square 118 Cooper St., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Spice up your Tuesdays! Enjoy a sizzling social dance party every Tuesday night! Move to the rhythms of salsa, cumbia, merengue, and bachata in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s the perfect midweek vibe. All levels welcome—just bring your energy and your dancing shoes!

Free

Civic Auditorium: Cinderella World Ballet

Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

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 dancers gathered […]

$32 – $95

Colligan Theater: Deep Roots Dance Festival

Colligan Theater 1010 River St, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Deep Roots Dance Festival is a stunning celebration of heritage, innovation, and artistic evolution. Each year, artists of the African Diaspora draw from traditional dance forms to create bold, contemporary works that reflect the depth and beauty of their cultural roots. This year’s festival features extraordinary artists from Congo, Haiti, the Caribbean, Kenya, and Senegal, […]

$20 – $30