Head to DeLavega 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 a picnic and […]
Chardonnay Sailing Charters features a different local winery every Friday 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 glasses, and give […]
Head to Skypark in Scotts Valley for the area’s largest food truck festival! Lots of excitement, more food vendors, the fabulous SVEF Beer & Wine Garden, amazing Live Music and face painting!
Join the celebration from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Penny Ice Creamery's 15th Birthday Bash being held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, on the 900 block of Cedar Street. The festivities include hula hooping in the streets with a DJ!
6:30 AM - 9:00 PM See website for details.
Taste, sip and tap your toes as you sample local eateries, farms, breweries, vintners and musicians of the Soquel neighborhood! Enjoy kids' games, prizes and more!
Evening train and dinner excursion departs from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and travels along the San Lorenzo River through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park to Roaring Camp. Upon arrival, a delicious BBQ dinner awaits you. After dinner, get up and move to a live band. On the return trip to Santa Cruz, the train […]
Come for great food and good vibes! Treat yourself to our mouthwatering specialty pub-style dishes, available for a limited time. They’re even better when paired with one of the Bay Area’s best craft brews. Specialty Food Available: Specialty burger slider of the week Chicken wings with buffalo, Korean BBQ, or cilantro-lime sauces to choose from […]
Get ready for a celebration of autumn's abundance at the first annual Harvest Festival! Enjoy a day filled with fun, food, and festivities under the crisp fall sky. This family-friendly event brings together a wide variety of local performers, artisans, food vendors, farm stands, classic carnival games and crafts. Look for the festival tents and […]
Live music, food and wine overlooking the Lester Family Vineyards in the heart of Pleasant Valley. Friday, June 13 from 5-8pm: Alex Lucero Band Friday, July 11 from 5-8pm: Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash Friday, August 1 from 5-8pm: Flor de Caña Friday, September 5 from 5-8pm: The Beggar Kings Sunday, October 5 from […]
Enjoy an outdoor dinner celebrating the scientific wonder of our moon, sun, universe and beyond. Enjoy a chef-curated family-style dinner and discussion with planetary science educators from UC Santa Cruz followed by a telescope viewing overlooking the Monterey Bay.
Head to the Chaminade Resort and Spa as Executive Chef Samuels and his culinary team create a gourmet four-course dinner expertly paired with wines from Bargetto Winery (Santa Cruz, CA). Enjoy dinner in the Chaminade Courtyard as you watch the sun set over Monterey Bay.
Do you love local food and farms? Want to get to know your farmer better and get a behind-the-scenes look into our regions vibrant working agricultural landscape? During the 2025 Open Farm Tours, you can meet the farmers and learn what it takes to bring your favorite high-quality local farm products to your plate. All […]
Held at beautiful Aptos Village Park, Gourmet Grazing on the Green is a fabulous day of fine wine, craft beer, gourmet food and live music! Spend the afternoon sampling the delicious flavors from dozens of the finest local restaurants, wineries and breweries. There will be a shuttle running every 15 minutes from Cabrillo College parking […]
This year, Roberts Ranch Vineyards is celebrating the French Provençal communal tradition of the Déjeuner d'Ouvrier, also known as the Worker‘s Lunch. This is a perfect time to grab some friends and gather around the table for a generous prix fixe communal lunch of delicious soup and main course, artisan bread, a fruit and cheese […]
Enjoy a fun-filled day of sipping and shopping in beautiful Pleasure Point. This in-person event is the perfect way to celebrate the fall season with friends and family. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support local businesses. Grab your tickets now and get ready for a memorable experience! Check-in will be at 3811 […]
Experience an array of local wines, beer, and cider in the delightful outdoor garden at Alladin Nursery while listening to Alex Lucero
Acoustic musical guests make for a lively accompaniment to the afternoon! Enjoy a tasting of 5 of the current Roberts Ranch wines complete with abundant charcuterie boards! Meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, chocolate and even warm appetizers make appearances at this lovely and casual tasting experience. (See Seltzer & Charcuterie option for those not partaking […]
Enjoy 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! The Great Pumpkin BINGO Hunt - All 13 Days Join the the Great Pumpkin BINGO […]
The LAST Food Truck Friday of 2025 in Scotts Valley is always an EPIC Party! Enjoy a Halloween style Food Truck party with live music from local fave: The Dadbeats. Scotts Valley Parks & Rec will also be hosting a Halloween themed movie starting just after the party in the field. There will be Tacos […]
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!
The Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport is the ultimate way to explore the region’s award-winning wineries. This exclusive pass provides access to over 35+ participating wineries, each offering unique tasting experiences and unparalleled views of the surrounding mountains. With the Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport, you’ll be able to taste them all and discover the […]
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Get ready to experience a night full of spine-chilling fun, electrifying energy, and unforgettable memories. Join fellow 👻 goblins, 🎉 witches, vampires, and party enthusiasts as we take over the city's top bars and venues. Secure your tickets now and make this Halloween legendary! 💎 Official Pub Crawls Wristband: Unlock drink specials, free entry, and […]
See community altars and live/dead performances. There will be family activities and a market of the dead. Celebrate this beautiful tradition featuring altars, live music and dance and hands-on activities.
Artists set up their easels on the wharf, shore, and streets of beautiful Capitola, to paint live for four days. You'll find hundreds of paintings on display, for sale, and entered into competition. You can take home a piece of Capitola culture, vote for your favorites for the People's Choice Award, have a delicious meal […]
Presenting the Downtown Santa Cruz Fall Wine Walk 2025! Enjoy the heart of the Central Coast to taste great wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains and beyond. Sip 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 afternoon of tasting […]
Enjoy sipping local wines and beers while strolling through our charming shops and boutiques in Capitola by the Sea. Pre-registration includes: – Capitola Village Sip & Stroll commemorative glass – 12 two-ounce pour tickets to be used as you shop – A map to locate which Village shops are hosting Be a part of this […]
Enjoy the heart of Aptos village for an exciting afternoon of wine tasting! Bring your holiday shopping list along. Discover local Santa Cruz Mountains wineries, while strolling through Aptos Village businesses. Must be 21 and over. This a rain-or-shine event. Tickets are non-refundable.
The 2026 celebration will be at the London Nelson Community Center and feature hundreds of fascinating species from the area, uniquely displayed in a re-created woodland habitat. This unique Santa Cruz tradition will offer three days of fun, demonstrations, informative speakers, and fungus-forward activities for the whole family. 2-5pm on Friday. 9am to 6pm on […]
Attention chowder lovers! Taste the best at the 45th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off! Sample chowder from Amateur Chefs on Saturday, followed by Professional Chefs on Sunday. Both days feature Boston and Manhattan Clam Chowder, and you can help pick a winner each day. Rain or Shine! Tasting kit proceeds benefit Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation.
Discover the wonders of mushrooms! Through wild mushroom exploration, cooking and cultivation demos, functional mushroom talks, and DIY workshops, the Santa Cruz Mountain Mushroom Festival offers an incredible opportunity to connect to the mycological network.
