Events in Santa Cruz, United States
Slime Week
Capitola
Saturday, June 7, 2025
1000
- 1600
20.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
SLIME WEEK! June 4th-7th 2025
Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery
Get ready to get messy! Let's gooooooo!
Santa Cruz's most satisfying sensory experience is back! Our Museum of Discovery is transforming with massive tubs of gooey goodness delivering amazin ..
Aaron Foster | "Mostly Jokes" Stand Up Comedy
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
2000
- 1800
15.00 USD
Comedy Shows - Events
Comedian Aaron Foster brings his award winning and darkly funny "Mostly Jokes" show to The Actors' Theater in Santa Cruz for one night only as he prepares to tape it as his first special later this year.
Doors at 730, show starts at 8pm and runs about 75-80 minutes, ..
Rhythm and Mantra: An Evening of Kirtan and World Music
Capitola
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
1930
- 2200
25.00 USD
Spiritual Events - Meditation - Yoga
Mahalakshmi and Emam will take you on a journey of the spirit through sound, bringing together their originally composed songs from the heart with the sublime yogic practice of Kirtan for all to sing and dance together!
You can learn more at:
https://eternalmus ..
Living Trust Seminar - Scotts Valley, CA - June 2, 2025
Scotts Valley
Monday, June 2, 2025
1530
- 1630
Free
Financial Planning - Investing - Crypto - Wealth - Minerals
Free Living Trust Seminar. Plan now instead of the court invading later. Every homeowner should attend this seminar to find out how to avoid probate. Take action today to protect your family and loved ones.
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Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! Meet Singles Speed Dating
Santa Cruz
Saturday, May 31, 2025
1730
- 2030
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
Veteran Surf Alliance Memorial Day Ceremony and Paddle Out
Capitola
Monday, May 26, 2025
0900
- 1300
Free
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Join us to commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice by attending Veteran Surf Alliance's 7th Annual Memorial Day Paddle Out. All are invited to bring a photograph or memento of their fallen loved one to place on our Honor Table. We begin with a Welcome and b ..
New Moon Collage and Creativity Workshops: Celebrate May Moons
Soquel
Sunday, May 25, 2025
1300
- 1600
55.00 USD
Crafts - Hobbies - Events
New Moon Sacred Collaging: Celebrations for May
Bring positivity to the world with creative, collage friends! Center into powerful visioning, connect to intuition, and honor the moon's rhythms!
This magical event, hosted at Avalon Visions in Soquel, CA, taps into ..
Celebrate Women of Early California at the Castro Adobe
Watsonville
Saturday, May 17, 2025
1030
- 1500
Free
History - Archaeology Events - Museums
Celebrate Women of Early California at the Castro Adobe Open House
WATSONVILLE - Join us Saturday, May 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a special Open House at the historic Castro Adobe, celebrating the vital roles women played on early California ranchos.
Le ..
Musical Soulmates Black Classical Mother's Day Celebration
Santa Cruz
Sunday, May 11, 2025
1600
- 1715
28.52 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
Musical Soulmates is once again proud to offer a rich musical experience on Mother's Day. Honoring the fact that the Black church was the first stage for countless Black musicians and poets, we hold this concert at the historic Progressive Missionary Baptist Church i ..
Avalon Visions Psychic and Healing Arts Fair
Soquel
Sunday, May 11, 2025
1100
- 1700
Free
Unusual Events - Supernatural - Paranormal - Psychic
Visit this fun outdoor event.
Find the perfect handcrafted gift for your sweetheart amidst a treasure trove of unique creations. Discover something special that speaks to your love, from the handmade to the artistic.
Visit our artists and add a bit of magic to ..
West Cliff Mother's Day Outdoor Market
Santa Cruz
Sunday, May 11, 2025
1000
- 1800
Free
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
This one-of-a-kind market takes place along West Cliff Drive in beautiful Santa Cruz, overlooking the iconic Steamers Lane surf spot-a favorite destination for both locals and tourists.it features handmade artists, specialty food , community atmosphere and a great fo ..
London Nelson Week: Shrine Keeper
Santa Cruz
Thursday, May 8, 2025
1800
- 1900
Free
History - Archaeology Events - Museums
Hosted Across the City. From screenings at the Del Mar to City Council Meetings, London Nelson Week offers multiple opportunities for you to come out and support your local history!
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TONY MCMANUS -Celtic Guitar Legend -Live at the Ugly Mug -Soquel -May 6th, 7PM
Soquel
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
1900
- 2100
25.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
Hailed by John Renborn as "the best Celtic guitarist in the world," Tony McManus has also been listed as one of the 50 transcendent guitarists of all time, by Guitar Player Magazine. Tony has extended and transcended the parameters of contemporary Celtic music. Ranke ..
I Cantori di Carmel brings choral masterworks to Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
Sunday, May 4, 2025
1930
- 2130
20.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
What if an evening out could transport you somewhere timeless? Songs of Destiny offers a transcendent mix of Romantic and Impressionist music by Brahms, Debussy, Ravel, and Vaughan Williams-all brought to life by I Cantori di Carmel's powerful chorus and orchestra. W ..
Luncheon, Fashion Show and Entertainment! What a great way to Swing Into Spring!
California
Sunday, May 4, 2025
1215
- 1500
Free
Fashion - Beauty - Cosmetics - Personal Care
The Market Street Senior Center is delighted to invite you to our annual fundraiser event, "Swing into Spring." This spectacular occasion is designed to celebrate the vibrant community of our center while raising funds to support our activities and programs. The even ..
Spring Luncheon- Entertainment-Fashion Show.
Santa Cruz
Sunday, May 4, 2025
1215
- 1500
Free
Fashion - Beauty - Cosmetics - Personal Care
This luncheon is more than just a meal; it's an event designed to celebrate the finer things in life. From the delicious food to the stunning fashion show and enchanting musical performances, every aspect of the day has been planned to ensure that you leave with cher ..
12th Annual SCM Makers Market
Felton
Sunday, May 4, 2025
1000
- 1700
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
Time for the 12th Annual SCM Makers Market in Felton! We are excited to be back in Felton this year on Sunday, May 4 at Hallcrest Vineyards! Just a minute up Felton Empire from Highway 9. Celebrating 12 years of Makers Markets in the Santa Cruz Mountains!
Come ou ..
Scotts Valley High School 25th Anniversary Gala
Santa Cruz
Saturday, April 26, 2025
1800
- 2200
85.00 USD
Family and Children - Activities - Outings - Events
Scotts Valley High School turns 25 years this school year, and our final celebration will be a gala and auction on April 26th. We will have 120 alumni, teachers, staff, parents and board members gathering to celebrate SVHS' past, present and future. The event will in ..
Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! Meet Singles Speed Dating - April 26, 2025
Santa Cruz
Saturday, April 26, 2025
1730
- 2030
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
Logjam! Surf Comp
Santa Cruz
Saturday, April 26, 2025
0700
- 1700
Free
Cruises - Sailing - Boating - Water Sports - Shows
Logjam! 2025 is coming to Pleasure Point April 26-27, the world's longest running vintage longboard contest. Pre-1970 "old boards, no cords." This is one of the events that reflects just how special the Santa Cruz community is. Great surfing, aloha vibe, community ev ..
SHADOWS ACROSS OUR EYES, APRIL 25TH AND 26TH 7PM; APRIL 27 2PM, SATORI 815 ALMAR AVE. UNIT 9 SC, CA
Santa Cruz
Friday, April 25, 2025
1900
- 2030
20.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
"Thought-provoking . . . mysterious . . . fascinating . . . you couldn't look away, what happened on stage was too authentic-looking and authoritative" Jennifer Dunning, New York Times
Shadows Across Our Eyes is bodies limited and constrained; aggressive and audac ..
Gateway School Tour
Santa Cruz
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
0900
- 1100
Free
Education - Courses - Career Training Events
Visit us on one of our monthly Tuesday tours and see why Gateway was voted Best Elementary and Best Middle School in Santa Cruz. Hang with our kindergarteners on Kindy Island, see what's growing in our Life Lab outdoor classroom, join our middle schoolers for a scien ..
West Cliff Spring Fling Outdoor Market
Santa Cruz
Saturday, April 12, 2025
1000
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
This one-of-a-kind market takes place along West Cliff Drive in beautiful Santa Cruz, overlooking the iconic Steamers Lane surf spot—a favorite destination for both locals and tourists. The market features unique local artisans ,specialty food, food trucks all while ..
ABRA Cadabra - A Tribute to ABBA
Santa Cruz
Thursday, April 10, 2025
1930
- 2130
56.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
Don't miss this all ages and family friendly stage extravaganza that has been receiving rave reviews from coast to coast! Featuring a captivating live band, powerful vocals, dancers, dazzling costumes and engaging multi-media, this interactive stage show will have yo ..
Lunasa- Ireland's Celebrated Traditional Celtic Band -Santa Cruz, Kuumbwa -March 30, 7:30pm
Santa Cruz
Sunday, March 30, 2025
1930
- 2230
30.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
Named for an ancient Celtic harvest festival in honor of the Irish god Lugh, patron of the arts, Lunasa is indeed a gathering of some of the top musical talents in Ireland. Its members have helped form the backbone of some of the greatest Irish groups of the decade. ..
Pacific Collegiate School presents...The Drowsy Chaperone (a musical comedy)on March 30, 2025
Scotts Valley
Sunday, March 30, 2025
1400
- 1600
15.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
In this musical, a lonely Broadway fanatic known as Man in Chair escapes his sadness by playing a rare recording of The Drowsy Chaperone, bringing the musical's extravagant world to life in his apartment. The story follows showgirl Janet Van De Graaff who plans to le ..
Pacific Collegiate School presents...The Drowsy Chaperone (a musical comedy) on March 29, 2025
Scotts Valley
Saturday, March 29, 2025
1900
- 2100
20.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
In this musical, a lonely Broadway fanatic known as Man in Chair escapes his sadness by playing a rare recording of The Drowsy Chaperone, bringing the musical's extravagant world to life in his apartment. The story follows showgirl Janet Van De Graaff who plans to le ..
Pacific Collegiate School presents...The Drowsy Chaperone (a musical comedy)
Scotts Valley
Friday, March 28, 2025
1900
- 2100
15.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
In this musical, a lonely Broadway fanatic known as Man in Chair escapes his sadness by playing a rare recording of The Drowsy Chaperone, bringing the musical’s extravagant world to life in his apartment. The story follows showgirl Janet Van De Graaff who plans to le ..
Pacific Collegiate School presents...The Drowsy Chaperone (a musical comedy)
Scotts Valley
Thursday, March 27, 2025
1900
- 2100
15.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
In this musical, a lonely Broadway fanatic known as Man in Chair escapes his sadness by playing a rare recording of The Drowsy Chaperone, bringing the musical’s extravagant world to life in his apartment. The story follows showgirl Janet Van De Graaff who plans to le ..
Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! Meet Singles Speed Dating
Santa Cruz
Saturday, March 22, 2025
1730
- 2030
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
Castro Adobe Open House Commemorating 175 years
Watsonville
Saturday, March 22, 2025
1030
- 1500
Free
Trips - Travel - Excursions
Imagine the soft patter of rain on whitewashed adobe walls while smelling the scent of wet earth. By candlelight, with the warmth from a brassier you could almost hear the gentle strum of a guitar mingled with the aroma of tortillas warming on the comal.
Welcom ..
St Patrick's West Cliff Outdoor Market
Santa Cruz
Saturday, March 22, 2025
1000
- 1800
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
This one-of-a-kind market takes place along West Cliff Drive in beautiful Santa Cruz, overlooking the iconic Steamers Lane surf spot—a favorite destination for both locals and tourists.it features handmade artists, specialty food , community atmosphere and a great fo ..
Pacific Collegiate School presents...The Drowsy Chaperone
Scotts Valley
Friday, March 21, 2025
1900
- 2100
15.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
In this musical, a lonely Broadway fanatic known as Man in Chair escapes his sadness by playing a rare recording of The Drowsy Chaperone, bringing the musical's extravagant world to life in his apartment. The story follows showgirl Janet Van De Graaff who plans to le ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
SciCom Movie Night: Presenting: Hellbent and Little Penguin Love Island
Santa Cruz
Thursday, March 13, 2025
1800
- 2030
Free
Films - Movies - Cinema
The UCSC Science Communication Program invites you to join us for our first SciCom Movie Night on March 13! Popcorn + refreshments provided.
The UC Santa Cruz Science Communication Program invites you to join us for SciCom Movie Night on March 13. We will screen t ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
Teada -Irish Celtic music at the Kuumbwa -Santa Cruz- March 4, 7:30pm
Santa Cruz
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
1930
- 2200
30.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
Teada returns to Santa Cruz, celebrating 24 years as one of Ireland's leading traditional bands. The five members of the band are fiddle player Oisin Mac Diarmada, button accordion player Paul Finn, Damien Stenson performs on flute, Samantha Harvey, piano/dance, Sean ..
Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, Santa Cruz, Feb 28, Mar 1 and 2, at the Rio Theatre
Santa Cruz
Friday, February 28, 2025
1900
- 2200
23.50 USD
Films - Movies - Cinema
Join UC Santa Cruz Adventure Rec and the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2024-25, at the Rio Theatre on February 28, March 1 and 2.
Each night features completely different films. Join us for one, two or three nights. Check out the nightly film line ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
Palace 76th Anniversary Weekend
Capitola
Saturday, February 22, 2025
1000
- 1800
Free
Art Exhibitions - Auctions - Painting - Classes - Events
Get inspired to create more when you spend the day (or two!) at Palace to celebrate our 76th anniversary! Each day, the store will be filled with local artists and top manufacturers demonstrating products and techniques across a range of mediums: from acrylic and wat ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
Valentine's Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! (Find Your Valentine!) Meet Singles Speed Dating
Santa Cruz
Friday, February 14, 2025
1830
- 2130
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
Vocal Technique Bootcamp
Santa Cruz
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
1400
- 1530
45.00 USD
Music - Concerts - Bands - Lessons
NSP Vocal Technique Bootcamp: Bring the Mature Voice to Peak Performance
This series of classes is designed to assist mature singers in bringing singing and speaking voices back to a more youthful clarity, flexibility and strength and applying that training to sin ..
West Cliff Valentine's Outdoor Market
Santa Cruz
Saturday, February 8, 2025
1000
- 1700
Free
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
Join Us for an Unforgettable Outdoor Market Experience!
Discover the charm of our outdoor market, featuring unique artisans and mouthwatering food trucks, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the ocean. This one-of-a-kind market takes place at Lighthouse Par ..
Tantra Speed Date® - Santa Cruz! Meet Singles Speed Dating
Santa Cruz
Saturday, January 18, 2025
1830
- 2130
45.00 USD
Singles Events - Dating Events - Romance
Try the matchmaking event that's been dubbed "Yoga for your Love Life" by singles
In this new world of online dating, shallow conversations and superficial standards have become the norm...
Robbing us of the magic that comes with connecting on a deeply meaningf ..
Nutcracker 2024
Santa Cruz
Saturday, December 21, 2024
1300
- 1630
20.00 USD
Theater - Opera - Ballet - Shows - Cabaret
Experience Santa Cruz's most spectacular holiday tradition with Santa Cruz Dance Theater's production of The Nutcracker, taking place at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium. This year, we are thrilled to welcome Lucien Postlewaite, principal dancer with Pacific Northwest ..
I Cantori di Carmel present: Magnificat - A Baroque Choral Celebration for the Holiday Season
Santa Cruz
Friday, December 20, 2024
1930
- 2130
21.00 USD
Classical Music - Orchestra - Traditional Music Events
This holiday season, I Cantori di Carmel invites you to a special celebration with Magnificat, a festive Baroque Christmas concert featuring the works of renowned composers Johann Sebastian Bach, Marc-Antoine Charpentier, and George Frideric Handel.
Musical highli ..
West Cliff Holiday Market NEW DATE SUNDAY DECEMBER 15th
Santa Cruz
Sunday, December 15, 2024
1000
- 1600
Free
Festivals - Fairs - Carnivals - Parades - Culture
NEW DATE : SUNDAY DECEMBER 15th ( DUE TO RAIN ON SATURDAY)
Come enjoy our outdoor market with unique artisans and food trucks while taking in the spectacular view of the ocean. This one of a kind market will be held at the Light House along West Cliff Drive in San ..
Holiday Market Party at Madson Wines
Santa Cruz
Saturday, December 14, 2024
1300
- 1700
Free
Retail Sales - Shop Openings - Events
Join us for a FREE afternoon of music, tasty bites, delicious locally made wine and shop local, handmade goods at our Holiday Market Party. Find meaningful gifts to give this holiday season while experiencing the local makers community!
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