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.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center: Younger Lagoon Reserve Tour
Younger Lagoon Reserve 130 McAllister Way, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThis 90-minute, behind-the-scenes hiking tour takes visitors into Younger Lagoon Reserve adjacent to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. Part of the University of California Natural Reserve System, Younger Lagoon Reserve contains diverse coastal habitats and is home to birds of prey, migrating sea birds, bobcats, and other wildlife. Come and see what scientists are doing to track local mammals, restore native habitat, and learn about the workings of one of California’s rare coastal lagoons. A tour is offered on selected Thursdays and Saturdays of each month beginning at 10:30 AM. Younger Lagoon Reserve tours are free and open to the public. Space is limited to 18 participants. Advance reservations are highly recommended using the website link below. Tours are best suited for children 10 years of age and older. Participants must be physically able to walk up and down steep inclines. Water and weather protection is strongly suggested.
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.
Rio Theatre: Art and Life of Jim Phillips
Rio Theatre 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesWhile Jim Phillips was the art director of Santa Cruz Skateboards, he helped shape the golden era of skateboarding. This documentary explores Jim’s dynamic life and career, showcasing his bold and eye-popping imagery that left an indelible mark on the world of rock posters, surf and skateboard art. This will be an intimate event celebrating the legendary artist, bringing a unique experience for art enthusiasts and fans alike.
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.
Henry Cowell – Fuel Reduction Workday
Fuel Reduction Workday - This is a Fuel Reduction Workday, in which we manually clear fallen debris in select areas of the Redwood Grove, and by doing so, reduce the fuel load and restore old-growth habitat. Park staff will facilitate organizing this debris into brush piles. Participants should be prepared to help with a fair deal of manual labor. This workday will meet in front of the Visitor Center. If possible, please bring work gloves. Park offers a limited supply.Click here to RSVP and be sure to cross reference the above details with the date of your choice!
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park: Fuel Reduction Workday
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground 2591 Graham Hill Road, Scotts Valley, CA, United StatesOn Fuel Reduction Workday, in which park staff manually clear fallen debris in select areas of the Redwood Grove, and by doing so, reduce the fuel load and restore old-growth habitat. Park staff will facilitate organizing this debris into brush piles. Participants should be prepared to help with a fair deal of manual labor. This event will be meeting in front of the Visitor Center. If possible, please bring work gloves. The parks offer a limited supply. Use the link below left to RSVP.
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.
Seacliff State Beach – History Walk
Seacliff State Beach State Park Drive, Aptos, CA, United StatesPark: Seacliff State Beach Where: Deck of the Seacliff Visitor Center. When: 11:00 am Parking: There is a $10 vehicle day-use fee. What to Expect: Come along on a 90-minute walk and discover the stories of the S.S. Palo Alto, "The Madman of Seacliff", the great storms of Seacliff and much, more. Sign up here, https://SantaCruzStateParks.as.me/historywalk orgo to . Meet on the deck of the Seacliff Visitor Center. Rain cancels. Length: 90minutes. Ages: 18and up. Preparation: Participants should wear comfortable walking shoes, appropriate clothes for the weather and bring water. Steady rain cancels this event. Special Instructions: Steady rain cancels this event. Contact: [email protected] orcall 831-685-6444 Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram
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.