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!

Roberts Ranch: Mother’s Day Workshops

Roberts Ranch Vineyards 875 Roberts Road, Ben Lomond, CA, United States

Enjoy a Cottage Lunch on the winery Terrace and visit 3 workshop stations to make take-home gifts! Moms, mentors, friends welcome! Bring along the special gals in your life as you celebrate Mom's Weekend at Roberts Ranch with a Cottage Lunch & Wine on the Terrace and a Triple Mini Workshop down at the Crush […]

$87.21

Roaring Camp Railroads: Mother’s Day Brunch

Roaring Camp Railroads 5400 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, United States

Treat Mom to something memorable on her special day with a delectable Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet accompanied with live music. After a lovely brunch, relax with a train ride through the towering redwoods. ACTIVITIES: Hallcrest Vineyards Brunch at Bret Harte Hall Live Music from Rory Lynch NEW! Tintype family portraits by the Midnight Oil Collective […]

$33.87 – $49.87

Aptos: “World’s Shortest Parade”

Aptos Village 448 Granite Way, Aptos, CA, United States

Welcome to the world's shortest parade this July Fourth! The parade begins at 10 a.m. at the corner of Soquel Drive and State Park Drive and will continue along Soquel Drive to Parade St. Roads will close at 9:30am.

Downtown Santa Cruz: Halloween Mask Making Festival

London Nelson Community Center 301 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Enjoy this FREE annual event! Bring the family for a creative day of mask making, carnival games, Thriller performances plus Nightmares - A Stage Spooktacular. This event has been a Halloween tradition for families for over 25 years! Mask Making Halloween Games Thriller the World Santa Cruz Performance Theater Performances

Free

SC Beach Boardwalk: Halloween

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

Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and spooktacular Boardwalk fun! It's always free to enter the Boardwalk, but if you would like to receive a collectible Boardwalk bag with a punch card for trick-or-treating, follow the link in the orange button above! Head to the Main Entrance photo op banner to take a costume […]

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: Winter Wonderland

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: Winter Wonderland

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

Get in the holiday spirit – celebrate the season at the beach! Enjoy a festive stroll through dazzling holiday lights and decorations at no cost. If you’d like to hop on a ride, you can purchase individual ride tickets or a Ride Wristband for unlimited rides all day. Games, attractions, and photos with Santa are […]

Free

Downtown Boulder Creek: Market and Ugly Sweater Contest

Boulder Creek Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Bundle up in the tackiest sweater you’ve ever been gifted for the holidays and head to the redwoods!  As you look through arts and crafts, you will be treated to live music.  There will be food and drink to purchase while you are there and watch out for the First Friday Boulder Creek Folks!  You […]

Free

Capitola Village: Late Night Shopping

Capitola Village Capitola Village, Esplanade Park, Capitola, CA, United States

This village-wide shopping event offers a unique opportunity to explore local boutiques under the enchanting night sky. Experience the holiday charm of Capitola while several stores staying open late—perfect for picking out special gifts for your loved ones. Stroll through our quaint village streets, enjoy the twinkling lights, and discover one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers, artisan gifts, […]

Free