Woodies on the Wharf
Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, United States10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 3:30 PM- Woodies Parade off the Wharf
Free
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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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Pleasure Point: Street Fair
Pleasure Point Portola Drive between 38th and 41st Avenues, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesPleasure Point will be buzzing as the community takes to the street to enjoy the Pleasure Point Street Fair. This event will be held on Portola Drive between 41st and 38th Avenues. There will be bike parking available, and admission is free. There will be great music, fun for kids, vendors, a beer garden, great […]
Free
Santa Cruz: Wednesday Night Sailboat Races
Santa Cruz Harbor 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesSanta Cruz is known near and far for its surfing legacy, but there is another water sport that finds a niche on our coast, with a similarly devoted following. Sailboats dot the waves almost as frequently as surf boards here, benefiting from the tides and currents that make this beach town so special. So it […]
Free
Scotts Valley: Fourth of July Parade and Flyover
Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, United StatesGo see the Scotts Valley 4th of July Parade and Flyover! 9am-3pm- Kids zone free activities & food trucks Parade and Flyover starts at 11:00am. ADA Parking and Viewing is located at 5007 Scotts Valley Dr. Live music and food trucks continue after the parade until 3pm.
Cowell Beach: Accessible Day on the Beach
Cowell Beach 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesShared Adventures presents its annual Day on the Beach event at Cowell Beach, Saturday, July 11, 2026. Each year, over 300 people with special needs participate in adaptive ocean sports with the help of over 250 enthusiastic volunteers creating life-changing memories.
Free
Brookdale Lodge: Classic Car Show
Brookdale Lodge 11570 Hwy 9, Brookdale, CA, United StatesThe annual SCM Classic Car Show is a family-friendly event with over 50 amazing cars! This family friendly event has activities for the littles, live music, BBQ and full bar for the rest, and of course the best part of the day is viewing these amazing automobiles. Head out and enjoy a day in the […]
Free
SC Beach Boardwalk: National Carousel Day
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate National Carousel Day and our Looff Carousel’s 115th Anniversary. First 100 riders on the Carousel will receive a brass souvenir carousel ring. Normal ride pricing and restrictions apply.
$7.00 – $74.95
SC Beach Boardwalk: National Roller Coaster Day
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate National Roller Coaster Day by taking a spin on our National Historic Landmark, the Giant Dipper. First 100 riders on the Giant Dipper will receive a Boardwalk Souvenir Cup. Normal ride pricing and restrictions apply.
Chaminade Resort and Spa: Forest Therapy
Chaminade Resort and Spa 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesReconnect with yourself beneath the redwoods on one of the area's first certified Forest Therapy Trails at Chaminade Resort & Spa. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku (forest bathing), this guided experience combines mindfulness in nature, sensory awareness, and gentle invitations designed to calm the nervous system, restore attention, and relieve stress. Perfect for […]
$35
Santa Cruz County Fair
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds 2601 East Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA, United StatesThe showstopping Santa Cruz County Fair returns September 16 - 20th for family fun, great entertainment, live shows, animal displays, carnival rides, and more!!!
SC Beach Boardwalk: Fiesta en la Playa
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCome celebrate the vibrant traditions of the Latino community with mariachi, folklorico dancers, and a free beach concert. Enjoy Boardwalk rides and games plus fun food and beverage specials throughout the park. ¡Vamos a la playa!
Scotts Valley: Multicultural Fair
Skypark 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, United StatesThe Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is a free celebration aimed at broadening our understanding and appreciation for multiculturalism and diversity. There will be: Live musical acts from all different backgrounds and influences. Dance troupes performing captivating routines; with audience participation encouraged! Food vendors to explore. A fashion show to show-case traditional clothing of different cultures. […]
Free
SC Beach Boardwalk: Chili Cook-Off
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesBring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of Best Chili!