Santa 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 […]
Mav’Ricks is the Pacific leatherback turtle mascot for the Santa Cruz Warriors Basketball team. For the price of one ticket, 1 child and 2 adults can go meet him and enjoy: Balloon Artist Face Painting Photo Booth Carnival Games Carnival Style Food And More! Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP through the link […]
Timed to coincide with the 140th Anniversary of surfing in the Americas, head to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History, to see the unveiling of two new replica o'los by master shaper, Bob Pearson. An O'lo is a type of traditional Hawaiian surfboard, the largest of the three types used by the Hawaiian […]
Delaveaga Park has been the home of the Western Collegiate Mountain Biking Championship held by UCSC Cycling for many years. It features an outstanding XC course with very diverse terrain and trail features. There will be medals for the top three finishers in each class from beginners to pros, prize money for the open and […]
Run through 300 foot tall, 1500 year-old Coastal Redwoods, lush stream canyons, open meadows, pine and oak forests, and high dry chaparral-covered ridges. The Half Marathon, 30K, Marathon, and 50K events cross the San Lorenzo River multiple times!
8:30 AM, Please check website for event times
This is a moderate hilly, fun course that begins and ends at the temporary location, Landmark Elementary School in Watsonville while Ramsay Park is being renovated. You will traverse Watsonville's famous sloughs with an out and back section on Ohlone Parkway. No dogs, but families and strollers are welcome. Register through the link below or […]
Tri Santa Cruz is one of the most fun and scenic events on the west coast. The race has a sprint and international (Olympic) distance triathlon, with relays and aquabike categories for both races. There is a special, non-competitive Family & Friends wave for people who are new to triathlon or just want to have […]
The Capitola 10k, a 6.2-mile and 3.8 mile run/walk that starts in the heart of Capitola Village. The scenic route takes participants through vibrant Pleasure Point and along East Cliff Drive, providing breathtaking views of the majestic Monterey Bay. Continuing on East Cliff, participants reach the designated turn-around point before retracing their steps. As they […]
This event builds on the history of one of California's longest-running events. Santa Cruz has all things outdoors; surf, sand, and sun. From the historic lighthouse Santa Cruz Surfing Museum to the Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Wharf. A California coastline course with a beach finish line. Consisting of a 1.2 mile ocean swim, […]
Head to Capitola to watch some amazing ladies do some long distance swimming races and surf contests! To the left of Capitola pier, keep an eye out for the long distance swimmers. Closer to the village, the Surf contest will start on Saturday, in heats divided by age groups. The goal is to have every […]
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 […]
