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Sat, Aug 8, 2026 · 4:00 PM

Phamily Time!

📍 Woodhouse Blending & Brewing · Downtown Santa Cruz · See listing

Phamily Time, presented by Phreeborn is back with a summer edition you won’t want to miss. There will be something for everyone, so bring the whole phamily! Get tickets for the whole day celebration here: TICKETS

Music Festivals 📍 Downtown Santa Cruz Details →
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Tue, Aug 4, 2026 · The Alley-Oop

Brian Fitzgerald duo at The Alley-Oop

Brian Fitzgerald is an active member of the Bay Area music scene. An accomplished jazz guitarist and teacher, he draws from a deep musical background and education. He has toured and performed extensively as both a sideman and band leader. He has performed at Monterey Jazz Festival, Cabrillo Music Festival, Los Gatos Fiesta de Artes, Bing Music Series at Stanford, Santa Cruz Jazz Festival, and more. He is the dynamo behind the scenes at Kuumbwa Jazz who handles all the education programs (including their Summer Jazz Camp) and manages all the booked artists.

Music
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Tue, Aug 4, 2026 · The 418 Project

Tuesday Karaoke

Weekly karaoke night at The 418 Project, inviting singers to take the stage and perform.

Music 📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
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Tue, Aug 4, 2026 · Bruno's Bar & Grill

Tacos & Trivia

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun! ​ If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners. With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you’re going to have a great night at the best bar in town. Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

Music 📍 Scotts Valley
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Tue, Aug 4, 2026 · Callahan's

Del Mar Trio

Free live music every Tuesday night with the Del Mar Trio at Callahan's in Santa Cruz.

Music 📍 Midtown

☀️ Happening today

Tuesday, August 4

32 events on today. No plans required, just go.

9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
📍 Dynomite Farm
Community
9:00 AM
FREE
Community Day at the UCSC Arboretum
📍 UCSC Arboretum
Community
10:00 AM
See listing
Mobile Health Clinic
📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
10:00 AM
See listing
Tote Bag Painting activity with Nic - Wisdom Workshops @ TDC
📍 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
LGBTQ+
10:00 AM
$32
Santa Cruz Beach Train
📍 Roaring Camp Railroads
Family
11:00 AM
See listing
In-person Tech Help @ La Selva Beach
📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
11:00 AM
FREE
Backgammon @ the Library
📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
12:00 PM
See listing
CLAY INDEPENDENT LAB TIME
📍 Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Art & Culture
12:30 PM
See listing
Conversations in Español - Community club to foster fluency
📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community

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Aug
4

Santa Cruz Farmers Markets

📍 The Felton Market
🕒 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM · See listing

The Felton Farmers’ Market is a treasured weekly gathering place – started in 1987 it is the second longest running 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.

Markets Food & Drink 📍 San Lorenzo Valley Details →
Aug
4

(OUTSIDE GROUP)The Older Lesbians’ Group: Where in All The World Are The Lesbians?

📍 The Diversity Center
🕒 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM · See listing

(OUTSIDE GROUP ) The Older Lesbians’ Group: Where in All The World Are The Lesbians? First and Third Tuesday, August 4, 2:00 - 3:30 pm (RSVP for location) Topics are chosen at the beginning of each meeting. Share your most compelling topic about navigating life as an older lesbian, in a safe, confidential environment. Join us if you are an older (you decide what age that is), self-identified lesbian, interested in sharing your journey with others. Meetings are held at a group member’s home. RSVP to [email protected] prior to each meeting for the address.

LGBTQ+ Community 📍 Midtown Details →
Aug
4

Expressive Arts & Wellness

📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
🕒 2:00 PM · See listing

Tuesday, August 04 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm Join us for process-focused art workshops using various mediums, prompts, and mindfulness to boost wellbeing and ease stress. No experience needed; materials provided.

Community Wellness Details →
Aug
4

Understanding & Using Your Syllabus

📍 UC Santa Cruz
🕒 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM · See listing

In this workshop, you will: break down, understand, and use your syllabus as a tool for success. The Successful Slug Workshop series, hosted by Learning Support Services Peer Coaches, are open to all UCSC undergraduate students and focus on academic skills and tools to support your success as a student. At each workshop, you will be introduced to a topic, engage in active learning, be given resources to begin implementing the same day, and have an opportunity to learn more if you are interested. You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all, consistent with state and federal law, as well as the University of California’s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiative—whether a student service, faculty program, or community event—is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and respectful of all identities. To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications .

Education Community 📍 UCSC Details →
Aug
4

B12 Shot Clinic

📍 OneSource Compounding Pharmacy
🕒 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM · See listing

Step into a realm of revitalization at our pharmacy, where we proudly introduce our exclusive hydration injection services. Designed to replenish your body’s essential fluids and nutrients swiftly and effectively, our hydration injections offer a rejuvenating experience that goes beyond traditional methods. Our skilled and caring professionals utilize cutting-edge techniques to administer a customized blend of hydration, vitamins, and minerals directly into your system, ensuring a rapid and targeted response. Whether you’re seeking a post-workout boost, recovering from illness, or simply aiming to enhance your overall well-being, our hydration injections provide a quick and convenient solution. Experience the transformative power of hydration at our pharmacy, where health and vitality converge for a renewed and invigorated you.

Aug
4

Lego Club

📍 Watsonville
🕒 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM · See listing

Be a Master Builder at our Library Lego® Club! Join us on the first Tuesday of the month from 4:00-5:30pm and get creative with a provided theme or build whatever you want with the library’s collection of bricks. Bring the whole family along to join in on the fun. This program takes place at the Main Library, Children’s Play Space Area. Volvemos a la acción ~ ¡Sea un maestro de obras en nuestro Club de Lego®! Se le invita a participar el primer martes del mes de 4:00-5:30pm, y sea creativo con un tema proporcionado o construya lo que quiera con la colección de legos de la biblioteca. Se invita a toda la familia a participar en la diversión. Este programa se llevará a cabo en nuestra Biblioteca Principal, Sala de Niños.

Aug
4

Queer Book Club with Jeffrey @ The Diversity Center

📍 The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · See listing

Queer Book Club at The Diversity Center Date: The first Tuesday of every month Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Location: The Diversity Center Ages: 18+ Cost: FREE! Open to all! Come eat, drink, and chat about LGBTQ+ lit. :) This month’s book is "Monk and Robot" by Becky Chambers. This book club is an intergenerational opportunity to bond with people of different ages. Text Jeffrey at 732-272-5896 for details and to be added to the Whatsapp group. .

Aug
4

Brian Fitzgerald duo at The Alley-Oop

📍 The Alley-Oop
🕒 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · See listing

Brian Fitzgerald is an active member of the Bay Area music scene. An accomplished jazz guitarist and teacher, he draws from a deep musical background and education. He has toured and performed extensively as both a sideman and band leader. He has performed at Monterey Jazz Festival, Cabrillo Music Festival, Los Gatos Fiesta de Artes, Bing Music Series at Stanford, Santa Cruz Jazz Festival, and more. He is the dynamo behind the scenes at Kuumbwa Jazz who handles all the education programs (including their Summer Jazz Camp) and manages all the booked artists.

Music Details →
Aug
4

Trivia Night at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

📍 Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
🕒 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM · FREE

Hugging Porcupines Productions presents Trivia Night, every Tuesday evening at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing. Trivia is always free to play. Grab your team and challenge yourself to 6 rounds of fun trivia.

Outdoors Free Details →
Aug
4

Tacos & Trivia

📍 Bruno's Bar & Grill
🕒 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · See listing

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun! ​ If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners. With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you’re going to have a great night at the best bar in town. Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

Music Food & Drink 📍 Scotts Valley Details →
Aug
4

InterAct Open Mic with Featured Poet Sam Regal

📍 Satori Arts
🕒 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · See listing

InterAct Open Mic at Satori Arts. FREE community poetry jam featuring Sam Regal Are you ready to get your poetry on? Join us on August 4, 2026 at Satori Arts for InterAct , a FREE open mic night, from 7-9 pm, featuring poet Sam Regal. Sam Regal is a poet, artist, and the Instruction and Exhibitions Librarian for Special Collections and Archives at the University of California, Santa Cruz. She is also the editor of the American Printing History Association’s Printing History journal. A multifaceted creator and scholar, Regal blends her background in library science with her passion for language and book arts. Come share your spoken word work or poetry with the community, or come out to support our local readers! Sign up to read starting at 6:30 pm. Limited seating. For more information, visit https://www.satoriarts.org/upcoming-events. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. Free. Satori Arts, 815 Almar, #9, Santa Cruz (warehouse building near the back, follow signs)

Aug
4

Audrey Stanley Grove: Live Drama in the Redwoods

📍 Audrey Stanley Grove in DeLaveaga Park
🕒 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM · $25

Santa Cruz Shakespeare invites you to experience August Wilson’s Fences, under the trees and stars of the Audrey Stanley Grove in Santa Cruz’s DeLaveaga Park this summer. Fences By August Wilson Directed by Susan Dalian August Wilson joins the Santa Cruz Shakespeare stage for the first time in 45 years. Fences is the perfect offering, wonderfully in line with the Santa Cruz Shakespeare season’s theme: Till Death Do Us Part. Troy Maxson is one of Wilson’s great creations; Shakespearean in scope; a wordsmith and brilliant storyteller. He has survived the terrible trauma of his past and built himself a good life. But the backbone of that life, the spine that keeps it standing strong, is his wife Rose. Like all of Wilson’s best work, Fences is both mythic and intimate; the questions it asks both human and eternal. Fences runs July 28 – August 28. Tickets available for purchase starting May 1. More information through the link in the orange button above. Seasonal box office hours beginning May 1 are Tuesday through Friday from 12p.m. to 4p.m. Call the number above.

Outdoors Art & Culture 📍 Midtown Details →
Aug
4

Trivia Tuesdays at Discretion

📍 Discretion Brewing
🕒 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM · See listing

Join us for Trivia Tuesdays at Discretion! Every Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm Hosted by Michael Cahalan Pair one of our 16 beers on tap with some lively Trivia, every Tuesday at 6:30pm. No sign-ups required - just come a little early to snag a table in the beer garden. Free to play | Prizes | Up to 6 per team

Food & Drink Free 📍 Soquel Details →
Aug
4

SC Beach Boardwalk: Evenings on the Colonnade

📍 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
🕒 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM · FREE

Stay for the entertainment from 8:30pm to 9:30pm on the Colonnade Deck! Where you can listen to live music with delicious food & drink in your hand, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party at the Plaza stage. Admission is free! Monday, June 15, 2026 8:30pm Circus Comedy with Coventry & Kaluza 9:00pm Magic with Kris Bentz Tuesday, June 16, 2026 8:30pm Magic with Kris Bentz 9:00pm Acrobatics with Molly Keczan Wednesday, June 17, 2026 8:30pm Circus Comedy with Coventry & Kaluza 9:00pm Magic with Kris Bentz Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – Live Music with Fire Peach Friday, June 19, 2026 – Free showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off movie on the beach at 9pm Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – DJ Dance Party with Santa Cruz DJ Company Sunday, June 21, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – DJ Dance Party with Santa Cruz DJ Company Monday, June 22, 2026 8:30pm Circus Comedy with Coventry & Kaluza 9:00pm Circus Acrobatics with MeeZee! Tuesday, June 23, 2026 8:30pm Circus Acrobatics with MeeZee! 9:00pm Circus Comedy with Coventry & Kaluza Wednesday, June 24, 2026: World Cup Watch Party for Mexico Game Thursday, June 25, 2026: World Cup Watch Party for USA Game Friday, June 26, 2026 – Free showing of the movie Kicking and Screaming on the beach at 9pm Saturday, June 27, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – DJ Dance Party with Santa Cruz DJ Company Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – DJ Dance Party with Santa Cruz DJ Company Monday, June 29, 2026 8:30pm Magic with Patrick Livingstone 9:00pm Surfing Magic with Doug Hofkins Tuesday, June 30, 2026 8:30pm Magic with Patrick Livingstone 9:00pm Surfing Magic with Doug Hofkins Wednesday, July 1, 2026 8:30pm Circus Comedy with Coventry & Kaluza 9:00pm Circus Acrobatics with MeeZee! Thursday, July 2, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – Live Music with El Brick Friday, July 3, 2026 – Independence Day Celebrations Saturday, July 4, 2026 from 8:30-9:30pm – DJ Dance Party with Santa Cruz DJ Company Sunday,

Community Outdoors 📍 Beach & Boardwalk Details →
Aug
5

Pilates & Posture in the Pasture

📍 Beyond Liberty
🕒 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM · $10

Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When we’re centered, they notice. This gentle, horse aligned class explores the power of posture—and how we show up . Through foundational Pilates-based movement, you’ll deepen postural alignment, improve stability, and cultivate a calm, grounded presence.No experience needed.$10/class Free with membership: https://beyondliberty.org/groupwellnessmembership

Aug
5

Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience

📍 Dynomite Farm
🕒 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · $59

Enjoy Dynomite Farm’s show-quality dahlia beds for intimate, unhurried cutting experiences where you and your friends have the field to yourselves. No crowds. No rushing. Just you, your people, and a thousand flowers. Companion passes are available for guests who want to join the fun, explore the farm, and take in the beauty without cutting flowers. Friendly chickens roam the property, there are swings for little ones.

Community Outdoors Details →
Aug
5

Mobile Health Clinic

📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
🕒 10:00 AM · See listing

Wednesday, August 05 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to offer services that support the health of patrons with weekly Wednesday visits to the Scotts Valley branch library.

Community Wellness Details →
Aug
5

Santa Cruz Beach Train

📍 Roaring Camp Railroads
🕒 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM · $32

From Trees to Shining Seas – Felton to Santa Cruz. Departing from the Santa Cruz Mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across a 1909 steel truss bridge, and through an 1875 tunnel before arriving at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Reverse roundtrips departing from the beach in Santa Cruz to Roaring Camp and back may be purchased from the conductor on the train departing from Santa Cruz. The Santa Cruz Big Trees & Pacific Railway operates passenger and freight services on one of the oldest and most historic lines in California. When the route opened in 1875 it carried lumber as well as picnickers and tourists to the Big Trees and Santa Cruz. Today’s Beach Train passengers can start their roundtrip journeys from either Roaring Camp in Felton or from the beach in Santa Cruz. Departs from both the beach in Santa Cruz and Roaring Camp. See departure times for more information. The Beach Train will run weekends and holidays through May, and then daily June through the first week of August, then back to weekends and holidays to the end of September. Please note that the 4 p.m. train leaving Santa Cruz is one-way only. There is no return train to the beach.

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