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.
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
Roaring Camp Railroads 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, United StatesTravel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
Natural Bridges State Beach: Monarch Butterfly Self Guided Tours
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesStroll through the Monarch Butterfly Natural Preserve and be on the lookout for every splash of orange on the walk! The monarch migration is variable, please check the website or contact the park at (831)423-0871 to find out the current population. To arrange a tour for groups of 10 or more, please visit www.thatsmypark.org. Events made possible by Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks and California State Parks. Parking near the trail accessible entrance is $10.
Santa Cruz MAH: Toy Trains
Santa Cruz MAH 705 Front Street, Downtown Santa CruzGet whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of toy trains at the MAH. The public is invited to view Toy Trains in the MAH’s Atrium for free. To access other exhibitions and gallery spaces in the museum, there is a small entrance fee. Toy Train Dates Thursday, December 19: 12-6pm Friday, December 20: 12-6pm Saturday, December 21: 12-6pm Sunday, December 22: 12-6pm Thursday, December 26: 12-6pm Friday, December 27: 12-6pm Saturday, December 28: 12-6pm Sunday, December 29: 12-6pm
Capitola: Flynn Creek Circus
Capitola Mall 1855 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA, United StatesSee multiple showtimes below. Flynn Creek Circus returns to Capitola with an all new show to dazzle for the holiday season! Witness their all-human circus spectacle under the big top tent at the Capitola Mall, December 19th – January 5th. This years theme “The Heavy Drift” is an original comedic adventure featuring international and award winning aerialists, jugglers, acrobats, comedians and more! No shows on Christmas day or January 2, 2025. Get your tickets through this link. Thursday, Dec 19 at 6PM – 8:30PM (Opening Night Special) Friday, Dec 20 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 21 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 21 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Sunday, Dec 22 at 2PM – 4:30PM Sunday, Dec 22 at 5PM – 7:30PM Monday, Dec 23 at 2PM – 4:30PM Monday, Dec 23 at 5PM – 7:30PM Tuesday, Dec 24 at 2PM – 4:30PM Thursday, Dec 26 at 4PM – 6:30PM Thursday, Dec 26 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Friday, Dec 27 at 4PM – 6:30PM Friday, Dec 27 at 7PM – 9:30 PM (Seniors Special – single seats half price.) Saturday, Dec 28 at 1PM – 3:30PM Saturday, Dec 28 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 28 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Sunday, Dec 29 at 2PM – 4:30PM Sunday, Dec 29 at 5PM – 7:30PM Monday, Dec 30 at 2PM – 4:30PM Monday, Dec 30 at 5PM – 7:30PM Tuesday, Dec 31 at 4PM – 6:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Tuesday, Dec 31 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Wednesday, Jan 1 at 5PM – 7:30PM (Family Special – Tables $10 off.) Friday, Jan 3 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Saturday, Jan 4 at 1PM – 3:30PM Saturday, Jan 4 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday , Jan 4 at 7PM – 9:30PM Sunday, Jan 5 at 1PM – 3:30PM Sunday, Jan 5 at 4PM – 6:30PM (Season Finale – No ticket service fees.)
Roaring Camp: New Years Train
Roaring Camp Railroads 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, United StatesBring in the new year aboard the New Years Holiday Lights Train. Ride vintage train cars beautifully decorated with holiday lights through the streets of Santa Cruz. Light-up hula hoopers and a live DJ will keep spirits bright and help bring in 2025 right. 6:30 – 7:30pm each evening.
Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Birding Walk
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Rd, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. *Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Follow links below for the required free registration.
Wilder Ranch State Park – Birding Walk
On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes.Sign up here!Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505.
Potter the Otter Exhibit
Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery 1855 41st Avenue, Suite C10, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery is thrilled to announce a season of celebration in honor of its 10th anniversary and a decade of discovery in our community. Join us for the exciting kick-off event as we unveil the "Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure" traveling exhibit. Dive into adventure with Potter the Otter™ on his quest to be healthy and strong! This hands-on interactive exhibit, spanning over 1,500 sq ft, brings the beloved First 5 children's books to life through the power of play. Built by The San Jose Children's Discovery Museum for preschool and kindergarten-age children this exhibit is enjoyable for all interested in living a healthy life. August 24th-November 11th Open to the public Fridays & Saturdays 10:00 AM-2:00 PM Public Admission: $3 Museum Members: Free Sponsored by First 5 Santa Clara, First 5 Santa Cruz, Omega Nu, New Leaf Community Markets, & Capitola Kids Dentistry
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
Roaring Camp Railroads 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, CA, United StatesTravel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad and the forest.
Natural Bridges State Beach: Monarch Butterfly Self Guided Tours
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesStroll through the Monarch Butterfly Natural Preserve and be on the lookout for every splash of orange on the walk! The monarch migration is variable, please check the website or contact the park at (831)423-0871 to find out the current population. To arrange a tour for groups of 10 or more, please visit www.thatsmypark.org. Events made possible by Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks and California State Parks. Parking near the trail accessible entrance is $10.
Santa Cruz MAH: Toy Trains
Santa Cruz MAH 705 Front Street, Downtown Santa CruzGet whisked away into the whimsical world of Toy Trains and enjoy this beloved annual pop-up exhibit at the MAH. Members of the Golden State Toy Train Operators will be on hand to once again share their amazing collection of toy trains at the MAH. The public is invited to view Toy Trains in the MAH’s Atrium for free. To access other exhibitions and gallery spaces in the museum, there is a small entrance fee. Toy Train Dates Thursday, December 19: 12-6pm Friday, December 20: 12-6pm Saturday, December 21: 12-6pm Sunday, December 22: 12-6pm Thursday, December 26: 12-6pm Friday, December 27: 12-6pm Saturday, December 28: 12-6pm Sunday, December 29: 12-6pm
Watsonville: Farmers Market
Downtown Watsonville CA, United StatesThe Watsonville Farmers Market is every Friday afternoon from 2-7 all year round at the City Plaza in Downtown Watsonville. Don’t miss out on the wonderful locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers. Bring your appetite as there are tons of delicious prepared foods to try.
Capitola: Flynn Creek Circus
Capitola Mall 1855 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA, United StatesSee multiple showtimes below. Flynn Creek Circus returns to Capitola with an all new show to dazzle for the holiday season! Witness their all-human circus spectacle under the big top tent at the Capitola Mall, December 19th – January 5th. This years theme “The Heavy Drift” is an original comedic adventure featuring international and award winning aerialists, jugglers, acrobats, comedians and more! No shows on Christmas day or January 2, 2025. Get your tickets through this link. Thursday, Dec 19 at 6PM – 8:30PM (Opening Night Special) Friday, Dec 20 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 21 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 21 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Sunday, Dec 22 at 2PM – 4:30PM Sunday, Dec 22 at 5PM – 7:30PM Monday, Dec 23 at 2PM – 4:30PM Monday, Dec 23 at 5PM – 7:30PM Tuesday, Dec 24 at 2PM – 4:30PM Thursday, Dec 26 at 4PM – 6:30PM Thursday, Dec 26 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Friday, Dec 27 at 4PM – 6:30PM Friday, Dec 27 at 7PM – 9:30 PM (Seniors Special – single seats half price.) Saturday, Dec 28 at 1PM – 3:30PM Saturday, Dec 28 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday, Dec 28 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend.) Sunday, Dec 29 at 2PM – 4:30PM Sunday, Dec 29 at 5PM – 7:30PM Monday, Dec 30 at 2PM – 4:30PM Monday, Dec 30 at 5PM – 7:30PM Tuesday, Dec 31 at 4PM – 6:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Tuesday, Dec 31 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Wednesday, Jan 1 at 5PM – 7:30PM (Family Special – Tables $10 off.) Friday, Jan 3 at 7PM – 9:30PM (Must be 21+ to attend) Saturday, Jan 4 at 1PM – 3:30PM Saturday, Jan 4 at 4PM – 6:30PM Saturday , Jan 4 at 7PM – 9:30PM Sunday, Jan 5 at 1PM – 3:30PM Sunday, Jan 5 at 4PM – 6:30PM (Season Finale – No ticket service fees.)
Miracle on 34th Street
Park Hall Ben Lomond 9339 Mill Street, Ben LomondMountain Community Theater welcomes in the holiday season with their very own, “Miracle on 34th Street, the Play”, adapted by Mountain Community Theater from the novel by Valentine Davies, based upon the Twentieth Century Fox motion picture Miracle on 34th Street. Directed by Daria E. Troxell, this family friendly, heartwarming production will remind you of the magic of Christmas and the spirit of the season. The production takes place at Ben Lomond's historic Park Hall, 9400 Mill Street. Subscriber and tickets go are available now by visiting mctshows.org Please join us for an “Opening Night Reception” immediately following the performance on Friday, November 22. There will be a “Community Night” on Saturday, November 23, where all tickets are 2 for $25. Evening shows are at 7:30 p.m., not 8:00 p.m. Sunday matinees are at 2:00 p.m.