Growing Up in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Oklahoma City Blue

Kaiser Permanente Arena 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

See the 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2024 NBA G League Franchise of the Year on their home turf! All home games with the Santa Cruz Warriors will continue to feature giveaways for at least the first 1,000 fans in attendance. More than half of NBA players boast NBA G League experience, so this is your chance to see elite professional basketball in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. See tomorrow’s superstar athletes today! The two games start at 7pm on both Friday and Saturday. 

$60 – $200

Surfer’s Path 5k/10k

Pleasure Point County Park E Cliff Drive and 33rd Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

This event captures the essence of the epic Surfer’s Path Half Marathon course, albeit in a condensed form. There are both 10k and 5k races, providing participants with an opportunity to engage in a scenic run or walk along the captivating coastline. Starting at the gateway to Pleasure Point where surf shops, restaurants, and the coastal ambiance converge, epitomizing the renowned surf culture of the region. The course leads participants onto the picturesque East Cliff Drive, offering breathtaking views of the expansive Monterey Bay. Journeying along this scenic route, participants will encounter the iconic Harbor Lighthouse before reaching the turnaround point at Twin Lakes Beach.  The culmination of the race is a triumphant finish in the heart of Capitola Village, adding a touch of charm to the overall experience, and plenty of diversions all along the way for spectators! 

$70 – $90

Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Memphis Hustle

Kaiser Permanente Arena 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

See the 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2024 NBA G League Franchise of the Year on their home turf! All home games with the Santa Cruz Warriors will continue to feature giveaways for at least the first 1,000 fans in attendance. More than half of NBA players boast NBA G League experience, so this is your chance to see elite professional basketball in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. See tomorrow’s superstar athletes today! The two games start at 7pm on both Friday and Saturday. 

$60 – $200

Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Wisconsin Herd

Kaiser Permanente Arena 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

See the 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2024 NBA G League Franchise of the Year on their home turf! All home games with the Santa Cruz Warriors will continue to feature giveaways for at least the first 1,000 fans in attendance. More than half of NBA players boast NBA G League experience, so this is your chance to see elite professional basketball in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. See tomorrow’s superstar athletes today!  

$60 – $200

Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Wisconsin Herd

Kaiser Permanente Arena 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

See the 2018, 2021, 2022 and 2024 NBA G League Franchise of the Year on their home turf! All home games with the Santa Cruz Warriors will continue to feature giveaways for at least the first 1,000 fans in attendance. More than half of NBA players boast NBA G League experience, so this is your chance to see elite professional basketball at an affordable price in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. See tomorrow’s superstar athletes today!

$60 – $200

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 is no surprise that the Santa Cruz Harbor and the Santa Cruz Yacht Club have become a nexus for the sailing community, with a calendar packed with activities and a weekly regatta, which brings out even the biggest land lover to admire the race every Wednesday.

Free

Main Beach: Beach Football Showcase

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

Head to Main Beach right in front of the Giant Dipper to watch the Beach Football League (BFL)! Featuring dynamic tackle football competitions that include local talent with advanced skills playing beach football vying for the opportunity to be drafted to professional BFL teams. 8am to 5pm both Monday and Tuesday.

Free

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 is no surprise that the Santa Cruz Harbor and the Santa Cruz Yacht Club have become a nexus for the sailing community, with a calendar packed with activities and a weekly regatta, which brings out even the biggest land lover to admire the race every Wednesday.

Free

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 is no surprise that the Santa Cruz Harbor and the Santa Cruz Yacht Club have become a nexus for the sailing community, with a calendar packed with activities and a weekly regatta, which brings out even the biggest land lover to admire the race every Wednesday.

Free