Actors Theatre: 8 Tens @ 8 Festival
Actors’ Theatre 1001 Center St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThursday Through Sunday at 8pm (2pm on the Weekends) Until 2/16/25. Festival Winners Play 2/28 – 3/9! The annual 10-minute play festival is one of the most anticipated and popular events of the theatre season in Santa Cruz! There will be 16 winning plays and 16 directors. Presented on two separate evenings, there will be plenty of drama, comedy and surprises to keep theater goers entertained, moved and delighted.
UCSC: Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors
UCSC Theatre Arts Second Stage 411 Kerr Rd, Santa Cruz, United StatesThe Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare’s most farcical comedies. Set in the Greek city of Ephesus, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins who were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities ensue. If thou art a twin—or willing to dress like one—get 2-for-1 admission with promo code TWINS2FOR1 you order through Eventbrite.
Felton: Farmers Market
Felton Farmers’ Market 120 Russell Ave, Felton, CA, United StatesThe Felton Farmers’ Market is a treasured weekly gathering May through October, now running for over 30 years. We appreciate the dedicated customers who call this market a second home. Your support of regional agriculture and small, local businesses makes a difference. The Felton Farmers’ Market was started in 1987 and is the second oldest market in Santa Cruz County. SCCFM took over operations in 2009 and our team has developed deep ties to the community. Every Tuesday a quality collection of regional farms and food businesses throw up their tents to sell a colorful array of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, eggs, artisanal bread, seafood and other staple foods. Connecting residents directly with local farms, the Felton Market is an essential part of the regional food system as well as a resource for nutritious organic foods and basic agricultural education.
Pajaro Valley Arts: Whatever Exhibition
Pajaro Valley Arts 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville, CA, United StatesIn a world where hashtags often impose classification, this show, free of a specific theme, invites artists to explore limitless self-expression. The collection offers a diverse range of perspectives and mediums, creating a vibrant mosaic of works. #whatever is intentionally open-ended, encouraging visitors to let go of expectations and embrace the unexpected. Featuring 135 prominent local artists across various media, the exhibit also includes over 200 additional pieces available for purchase in the PVA Gallery Store and throughout the gallery.
Downtown Santa Cruz: Farmers Market
Downtown Farmers’ Market 700-798 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThe Downtown Santa Cruz Market runs year-round on Wednesdays, 1-5pm year round. Our largest and oldest market, it is situated in the heart of Downtown Santa Cruz, one block off of Pacific Avenue. Established in 1990, many of the farms that sell here were and remain pillars of the organic and ecological farming movement. This is the place to eat with the seasons! The variety of fruits, vegetables, flowers, pastured meats and other products is swoon worthy. The Downtown Market also spotlights a large variety of up-and-coming, unique cultural food businesses. This weekly spot may serve up the most diverse selection of ethnic foods in the county including naan and curry, Japanese fermented misos, Eritrean dishes, crepes, El Salvadorean pupusas, traditional Italian cookies, fish and chips and long-ferment fresh breads. Shopping at the Wednesday market is a wonderful way to support regional responsible farms and small local businesses. Fill your grocery bags! Then sit down for a delightful meal and rest your weary arms.
Santa Cruz Wharf: Free Wednesday Concerts
Santa Cruz Wharf 21 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesHead to Santa Cruz Wharf every Wednesday for free live music and a weekly raffle! You could win 1 of 18 $100 gift cards to Wharf businesses and restaurants every week! To enter, just submit a receipt to the folks at the Wharf commons stage showing an expenditure of $20 or more at any of the Wharf businesses. The live music starts at 6pm on the stage. Free parking on the Santa Cruz wharf has been extended! You will continue to get 2 hours of free parking through February. Including on Wharf Wednesdays! As the longest wooden wharf in the western hemisphere, there is no better place to experience iconic views during your stay in Santa Cruz County. Music Lineup: Jan 22: James Durbin and The Lost Boys Jan 29: DJ Monk Earl of Afrobeats Nite Santa Cruz Feb 5: Alex Lucero Band Feb 12: Jive Machine Feb 19: Trestles Feb 26: Trianna Feruza and Friends
Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery: Comedy Night
Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing 402 Ingalls Street #27, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThe Microbrewery that makes organic beers and serves them in a dog-friendly biergarten is bringing back the Wednesday night comedy shows! Catch the best comedians from far and wide every week.
Pajaro Valley Arts: Whatever Exhibition
Pajaro Valley Arts 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville, CA, United StatesIn a world where hashtags often impose classification, this show, free of a specific theme, invites artists to explore limitless self-expression. The collection offers a diverse range of perspectives and mediums, creating a vibrant mosaic of works. #whatever is intentionally open-ended, encouraging visitors to let go of expectations and embrace the unexpected. Featuring 135 prominent local artists across various media, the exhibit also includes over 200 additional pieces available for purchase in the PVA Gallery Store and throughout the gallery.
Santa Cruz MAH: Accidentally Wes Anderson
Santa Cruz MAH 705 Front Street, Downtown Santa CruzThe Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH), is debuting Accidentally Wes Anderson: Adventures in Santa Cruz, in collaboration with the online phenomenon and community of the same name (AWA). The exhibition takes guests on a worldwide visual journey to the most beautiful, idiosyncratic locations — including Santa Cruz County — with each photo tinged with the unmistakable esthetic of filmmaker Wes Anderson. The MAH exhibition, includes a selection of community-sourced images of quirky places and locales from California’s Central Coast. Some images pay homage to the 2024 centennial celebration of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s Giant Dipper roller coaster, the oldest coaster in California that opened in 1924. The exhibition highlights Santa Cruz’s history and architecture alongside similarly-inspired images from around the globe. Through collaboration with UC Santa Cruz and resident artists in the county, the photos provide a glimpse into the ubiquitous Anderson-esque aspects of the city.
Half Moon Bay – Library Rangers at Half Moon Bay Library
Join Half Moon Bay State Beach Staff at the Half Moon Bay Library for a story and a craft. Each month we learn about a different aspect of the natural world. This month's topic is
Tara Redwood School Open House
Tara Redwood School 5810 Prescott Rd, Soquel,CACome and explore our campus and classrooms at Tara Redwood School. Come and find out if Tara Redwood is a good fit for your child, you will learn about our curriculum, visit the campus and meet our staff. Thursday February 20th. All families are welcome to join us to learn more about our Elementary program.
UCSC: Sesnon Salons – Performance, Play and Design
Mary Porter Sesnon Art Gallery 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, United StatesFree and open to the public with light refreshments as available. Check out the UC Santa Cruz Arts division at this salon-style gathering presenting the work of UCSC’s Performance, Play & Design Department. – Jan 23: Film and Digital Media Department – Feb 20: Department of Performance, Play & Design – April 17: Music Department – May 15: Creative Technologies PARKING – Lot 124 & 125 are the closest parking lot to the event. – Parking is by permit. – Click here for more visitor parking information.
Seacliff Inn: Sip and Stroll
Seacliff Inn 7500 Old Dominion Court, AptosEvery third Thursday, join Seacliff Inn for a Sip & Stroll event where local artists come together to show and sell their works. What goes better with art than wine? The featured winery of the month will be offering tastings of three varietals for you to enjoy in the company of your most creative Aptos neighbors.
UCSC: Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors
UCSC Theatre Arts Second Stage 411 Kerr Rd, Santa Cruz, United StatesThe Comedy of Errors is one of William Shakespeare’s most farcical comedies. Set in the Greek city of Ephesus, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins who were accidentally separated at birth. Antipholus of Syracuse and his servant, Dromio of Syracuse, arrive in Ephesus, which turns out to be the home of their twin brothers, Antipholus of Ephesus and his servant, Dromio of Ephesus. When the Syracusans encounter the friends and families of their twins, a series of wild mishaps based on mistaken identities ensue. If thou art a twin—or willing to dress like one—get 2-for-1 admission with promo code TWINS2FOR1 you order through Eventbrite.
Pajaro Valley Arts: Whatever Exhibition
Pajaro Valley Arts 37 Sudden Street, Watsonville, CA, United StatesIn a world where hashtags often impose classification, this show, free of a specific theme, invites artists to explore limitless self-expression. The collection offers a diverse range of perspectives and mediums, creating a vibrant mosaic of works. #whatever is intentionally open-ended, encouraging visitors to let go of expectations and embrace the unexpected. Featuring 135 prominent local artists across various media, the exhibit also includes over 200 additional pieces available for purchase in the PVA Gallery Store and throughout the gallery.