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!

Santa Cruz: WEDNESDAY NIGHT SAILBOAT RACES

Santa Cruz: Wednesday Night Sailboat Races

Santa Cruz Harbor 135 5th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

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 […]

Free
Santa Cruz Sunrise Firecracker Run 10k/5K/1K

Harvey West Park: Firecracker Run

Harvey West Park 326 Evergreen Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

America turns 250 — and Santa Cruz runs! Join us for one of the county's most beloved Fourth of July traditions, the Firecracker Run. The legendary 10K features the notorious "Thrill of the Hill" through Pogonip's redwoods. The flat, fast 5K is perfect for families and fully ADA/wheelchair accessible. The 1K Kids' Dash kicks off […]

$11.60 – $42.40

DeLaveaga Park: Free Archery Lessons

DeLavega Park Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States

Go learn about the Santa Cruz Archery Range and archery in general at this event. This free opportunity includes two sections for lessons! Preregister to save your spot in the link in the orange button above. This is limited to 15 participants at each lesson. Walk-ins are welcome but space is limited. Santa Cruz Archers […]

Free

Wharf to Wharf Race

Capitola Wharf Wharf Road, Capitola, California, United States

8:30 AM, Please check website for event times

$59.76