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!
Far West Fungi’s Santa Cruz Store & Café is launching Myco-Mixers - Enjoy an afternoon of food, fun, and fungi! Each Myco-Mixer will feature complimentary bites, product samples, and happy hour discounts on café favorites. Guests can meet the Far West Fungi team, learn about unique mushroom products, and discover new flavors to take home. […]
Enjoy the La Bahia Hotel & Spa's London inspired champagne bar, Pearl, for an evening of live music. Let the handcrafted cocktails and the glow of the season elevate your night. December 5: Peter Barnes Martin December 6: Adam Astrup December 12: Jon Dryden (pianist) December 13: Eliot Kalman (pianist) December 19: Adam Astrup December […]
Kianti’s is bringing “The Nightmare Before Christmas” back to life. This holiday performance features Jack Skellington, pizza spinners, dancing staff and a flame-raising kitchen. Shows every Friday & Saturday night October 10 thru the New Year. Shows approximately 6:00 and 8:00 pm. Click the link in the orange button above to make reservations!
This holiday, immerse yourself in the joy of the season with the annual Mount Hermon Christmas Concerts, buffet dinner (or Sunday lunch), and Christmas Craft Boutique. Friday and Saturday concert starts at 7:30pm, and the Sunday concert at 2:30pm. Buffet seating precedes the concert.
Go meet and get your picture taken with Santa and his friends at the Chaminade as you enjoy a festive brunch and beautiful views of the Monterey Bay.
9:00am Breakfast starts | 9:45AM Program Begins Enjoy full ocean views, breakfast buffet, full bar (for the parents, not the elves) cookie decorating, arts & crafts, face painting, story time, a visit and songs with Santa!
Celebrate the season with a cozy, family-friendly baking workshop set right on the farm where many ingredients are grown. You’ll explore the magic of holiday baking, from classic flavors to creative twists—with vegan-friendly options available for every recipe. During this hands-on class, you’ll learn the fundamentals of baking as well as pro tips to help […]
Enjoy the Steve Abrams Jazz Trio as you merry at the Holiday Wine and Charcuterie celebration. Go get your first pour and plate at the crush pad, then find a comfy spot to enjoy the views! Attended children and well-behaved pups are welcome to join. Just make sure you get a kid's ticket through the […]
Ring in the New Year at High Tide with an elevated five-course dinner featuring tamago sando, lobster chawanmushi or local petrale sole, pistachio crusted California squab, or truffle risotto, Australian wagyu or rack of lamb, and decadent finale of yuzu matcha white chocolate bomb or an artisanal cheese plate. Each course invites you to toast […]
You cannot get more Capitola vibes than you do with this event. Fork & Cork is a beachy bar featuring a wine list with craft beer options, a firepit for chilly evenings and a patio for dogs. Rio Road is an eclectic quartet known for its mix of light rock, blues, and popular tunes, often […]
Vino by the Sea, upstairs at the Santa Cruz Wharf, is having a New Years Eve party with live music from Spun! Enjoy a night of dancing with Spun, balloon drop, champagne toast, plus two drinks of your choice. Or, add in a dinner that includes: Appetizer Salad Champagne Risotto Champagne Mouse Paired with Wine
💥NEW YEARS EVE PARTY 💥 Go ring in the new year overlooking the beautiful Santa Cruz Harbor with a high-energy dance set of live music from Matt Masih & The Messengers (FUNK, SOUL, GROOVE, w. HORNS) 🎷🎺🎸🎤🎹🎹🎸🥁🎧 plus DJ sets before, in between, and after live music sets! $20 | 🍾CHAMPAGNE TOAST | 🥳 PARTY […]
Dance the night away to live music by The Alex Lucero Band at Chaminade's 21+ New Year's Eve Party. Spend your evening ringing in 2026 while enjoying a champagne toast, assorted light bite desserts and a cash bar.
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 5pm 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.
Enjoy a festive Summer Luau by the beach! Dress in your best Hawaiian attire and enjoy a tropical buffet, live music, hula dancers, and fun for all ages. Perfect for families, date nights, or just wrapping up a fun day the the Boardwalk!
The showstopping Santa Cruz County Fair returns September 16 - 20th for family fun, great entertainment, live shows, animal displays, carnival rides, and more!!!
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!
