Steamer Lane: World Surf League – O’Neill Cold Water Classic
Steamer Lane at Lighthouse Point 700 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThe O’Neill Cold Water Classic – North America’s Longest Running Surf Contest is back for again, providing unique content and marketing longevity beyond the on-site experience. Since 1987, The O’Neill Cold Water Classic has been northern California’s premier professional surfing event held at Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz. “The Lane” is perhaps the best spectator venue for a surf contest to be found anywhere in the world. No surf spot resembles an ancient roman stadium more than Steamer Lane, with steep, vertical cliffs overlooking the fabled right-point break. As a unique destination, event spectators flock to northern California’s iconic point break to hug the cliff railing and witness the world’s top surfers compete.
Watsonville Plaza: Holiday Tree Lighting
Watsonville Civic Plaza 275 Main Street, Watsonville, CA, United StatesEnjoy the most wonderful time of year in Watsonville! Join the festive tradition of lighting up the holiday tree in the Plaza, ejoy a musical performance, convocation, a welcome by the mayor and, of course, a visit by Santa!
Natural History Museum: Saturdays in the Soil
Santa Cruzs Museum of Natural History 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesGo join the community to steward Tyrrell Park through the City’s Adopt-A-Park program. At the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, you gain new wisdom about local ecology, native plants, and sustainable gardening while connecting with nature outdoors. It’s time to get your hands dirty! Join us and volunteer in the Museum’s Garden Learning Center and Pilkington Creek.
La Selva Beach: Holiday Fair
La Selva Beach Clubhouse 314 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA, United StatesHead to the La Selva Clubhouse’s Florido Avenue Lawn! Over 50 arts and crafts vendors will be selling handcrafted jewelry, woodworks, bags, ceramics, specialty foods, candles, soaps, books and more. The Friends of the La Selva Library host their Used Book Sale. La Selva CERT Bake Sale will sell delicious baked treats and hot drinks. Enjoy a delicious snack, lunch or early dinner from Tacos el Jesse and S&B Burgers food trucks. And don’t miss a chance to win at the prize raffle of vendor-donated goods.