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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!

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Ano Nuevo State Park: Guided Hike in Elephant Seal Viewing

Año Nuevo State Park 1 New Year’s Creek Road, Pescadero, CA, United States

Stroll over sand dunes, enjoy beautiful ocean views, and gain a unique opportunity to view Northern elephant seals on this 3-mile, 2.5-hour guided trail! Layered clothing, closed-toed shoes, and rain/wind gear are strongly advised. Bring water. Food, umbrellas, and strollers are not permitted inside the preserve. Año Nuevo State Park offers docent-guided walks between December […]

$9.50

SC Museum of Natural History: Fun-gi First Friday

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Fungus February First Friday invites you to dive into the fascinating world of fungi and the vital role they play in our local ecosystems. From underground networks to above-ground marvels, this evening celebrates the weird, wonderful, and essential world of mushrooms. The museum is open all day, but the festivities really begin after folks get […]

Free

Santa Cruz Maker Studios: Parents Night Out

Santa Cruz Maker Studios 427a Swift St, Santa Cruz, United States

Take a well deserved break while Santa Cruz Maker Studios entertain your little makers! Leave the kids with them for a special evening of crafting, fun, and creativity just in time for Valentine’s Day. Dinner is included, so your children will enjoy a delicious meal before diving into an evening of crafting and activities. They […]

$90

SC County Fairgrounds: Hearts and Chocolate on the Farm

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, United States

Show your love to your entire family! Bring them to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds for: Valentine's themed activates Crafts and Games Kid's Drive-a-Tractor Puppet Shows Farm Demonstrations And More! Locals Love: The free, hands-on, and nostalgic, family-friendly atmosphere. First Timers Miss: The life size wooden milking cow. Insights: These Agricultural History Project events will […]

Free

Natural Bridges State Beach: Migration Festival

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Head to Natural Bridges State Beach for the 40th Annual Migration Festival. Many organizations from the community will be there with family-friendly, hands-on activities and booths highlighting the migration of whales, butterflies, birds and the many creatures that travel to and through this fascinating area. There will be a passport with stamps at each table, […]

Free

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds: Quilt Show

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, United States

See more than 500 quilts throughout three buildings at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds! There will be ongoing demonstrations, a vendor mall, Bargain Garden (fabric flea market), and a Wearable Walkabout are among the many events happening during the show. Some quilts are for sale and there is also a live auction on Sunday. Saturday […]

$20.00

Bookshop Santa Cruz: Jessica Tomich Sorci

Bookshop Santa Cruz 1540 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Bookshop Santa Cruz welcomes local author and certified Internal Family Systems therapist, Jessica Tomich Sorci for a conversation with Dana Ramsey about Sorci's new book When Good Moms Feel Bad, a first-of-its-kind guide to help moms untangle complicated feelings like anger, guilt, shame, and failure, offering empathy, support, and practical strategies.

Free

Downtown Santa Cruz: Mile Race to Wharf

Pacific Avenue 35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

The Santa Cruz Mile is a road race for everyone – competitive racers, casual runners, clubs, walkers and joggers are all welcome. The race route is downtown, going through the scenic downtown area and ending at the Wharf. Spectators will be able to cheer you on while being in the heart of the city!

$40

SC Beach Boardwalk: Fun Run

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Swap out your flip flops for running shoes and join the fun with this family-friendly race through the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! Run a 1k or a 5k, on this flat course and then enjoy what the boardwalk has to offer, including rides, games, & the beach! 1K- Ages 12 and Under 5K- Ages 4 […]

Watsonville: Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza

Franich Park 795 Vista Montana Drive, Watsonville, CA, United States

Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza is a family-friendly event filled with arts & crafts, games, food trucks, an egg hunt, and more! Kids aged 3 to 13 years old are invited to participate in the egg hunt. Registration is not required for this event.

Free

Downtown Santa Cruz: Earth Day Celebrations

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

Earth Day 2026 will be held at beautiful Downtown Santa Cruz on Cooper St, Pacific and Abbott Square. Local businesses and organizations will gather for a day of fun and environmentally focused activities and education. 🎶 Groove to live music by SambaDá 🎭 Be amazed by samba stilt walkers 👗 Get inspired by zero waste […]

Free

Downtown Santa Cruz: Kids Day

Downtown Santa Cruz Pacific Avenue Between Water and Locust Streets, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

It's Kids Day in Downtown Santa Cruz! Exhibitors will be lined up on Cooper Street and Pacific Ave (between Church St. & Locust St.), along with performances and demonstrations at Abbott Square. Plus, many Downtown businesses will be offering discounts and specials just for kids.

Free

Roaring Camp: Redwood Mountain Faire

Roaring Camp 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA, United States

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.

$50 – $185

Woodies on the Wharf

Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 3:30 PM- Woodies Parade off the Wharf

Free

Santa Cruz County Fair

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, United States

The showstopping Santa Cruz County Fair returns September 16 - 20th for family fun, great entertainment, live shows, animal displays, carnival rides,  and more!!!

Santa Cruz County: Monterey Bay Festival of Birds

Mark the fall migration at one of the most beautiful places on the planet for the Monterey Bay Festival of Birds featuring field trips, workshops, family-fun activities, and keynote speakers. Activities are planned throughout the Monterey Bay area in Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Salinas, and Monterey.  Check out the website linked below to register for field […]

Free – $30

SC Beach Boardwalk: Chili Cook-Off

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Bring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of Best Chili!

Castro Adobe State Historic Park: Open House

Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road (off of Larkin Valley Road), Watsonville, CA, United States

If you love California history and our state’s cultural heritage, come celebrate with us at the Castro Adobe State Historic Park! Visit at the next open house. This tour that repeats every 90-minutes throughout the day will surely have you falling head over heels with all the park has to offer! This 90-minute tour is […]

Free