Growing Up in Santa Cruz

Downtown Boulder Creek: Winter Festival

Boulder Creek Boulder Creek, CA, United States

When winter is here, head to Boulder Creek for music, tree lighting, Santa’s arrival, a food court, vendors and more! This event is free to attend and has tickets available for certain activities like a petting zoo, photos with Santa, DIY crafts and more! 

Free

Downtown Boulder Creek: First Friday and Ugly Sweater Contest

Boulder Creek Boulder Creek, CA, United States

Bundle up in the tackiest sweater you’ve ever been gifted for the holidays and head to the redwoods!  As you look through arts and crafts, you will be treated to live music.  There will be food and drink to purchase while you are there and watch out for the First Friday Boulder Creek Folks!  You may just win a prize for the ugliest sweater! 

Free