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Cannabis β˜… Featured Event Treehouse
Fri, Aug 7, 2026 Β· 5:00 PM

Treehouse Dispensary First Friday

πŸ“ Treehouse Dispensary Β· Soquel Β· FREE

Treehouse Dispensary hosts a monthly First Friday event on the first Friday of every month. These events feature live music, local artists, makers, and an art market with up to 20 different vendors, along with shop-wide discounts and community activities. The shop is open 8:00 AM to 9:45 PM daily. We're proud to offer everyday savings for our community: New Members: 10% off your first order Wisdom Discount (65+): 5% off Medical Patients: 10% off Students & Teachers: 20% off with valid ID Veterans: 20% off *Please note that discounts do not stack with other deals. Ask staff for exclusions.

Cannabis Art & Culture πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
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Mon, Jul 20, 2026 Β· Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Experiments in Nature Summer Camp

Are you a future scientist? We invite kids to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Experiments in Nature camp to perform experiments and studies in the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, ocean studies, and climate science. Explore nature while learning more about how scientists study the natural world that surrounds us. Times: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. Grades: Entering 5th through 6th grade (ages 10-11) Price : $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) REGISTER HERE Scholarship applications open January 1-15, 2026 Member registration opens January 30, 2026, and opens January 31, 2026, for the public Museum Members get early access to camp registration, discounts, and more! Learn More

Education πŸ“ Seabright & Harbor
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Sat, Sep 12, 2026 Β· Capitola Village

43rd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival

Stroll the festival with friends and family, sipping exceptional wines from Santa Cruz Mountain wineries while admiring the artistic talents of over 100 fine artists. Sway to live music and be inspired by local dance groups while taking in the ocean breeze and breathtaking view of the Monterey Bay. Feed your cravings with tantalizing cuisine from local food purveyors, and cruise through the Artisans Marketplace for locally handcrafted goods. If that isn’t enough, Capitola Village is filled with restaurants for every taste and charming boutiques to satisfy a shopper’s dream. Art, wine, music, and gourmet cuisine in the enchanting beach-side setting of Capitola Village…summer’s last hurrah, and truly a weekend in paradise! This event is from 10am to 6pm on Saturday, September 12 and from 10am to 5pm on Sunday, September 13. See link to the event in the orange box above.

Food & Drink πŸ“ Capitola
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Mon, Sep 21, 2026 Β· The Cruz Room

The Cruz Room: Hosted Board Game Night

The Game Night Collective provides a curated experience. Every Monday night with a library of 30+ board games, guided game teaching, hosted featured games, and prizes! Whether you arrive alone or with a group, the goal is to make it easy to sit down and start playing. Hosted mic’d board games 5 – 8 Trivia 8 – 10

Family πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

β˜€οΈ Happening today

Sunday, July 19

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

12:00 AM
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Museum of Art and History: The Art of the Game
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History
Family
6:00 AM
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The Jury Room World Cup Watch Party
πŸ“ Jury Room
Community
7:00 AM
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Soccer by Day, Soccer by Night at 11th Hour and After Hours!
πŸ“ 11th Hour
Community
8:00 AM
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Abbott Square World Cup Watch Party
πŸ“ Abbott Square Market
Community
8:00 AM
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Bruno’s Bar and Grill: Kick-Off Chaos!
πŸ“ Bruno’s Bar and Grill
Community
8:00 AM
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Restaurante Los Pinos: FΓΊtbol Watch Party!
πŸ“ Restaurante Los Pinos
Community
8:00 AM
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Salty Otter Sports Grill World Soccer Watch Party
πŸ“ Salty Otter Sports Grill
Community
8:00 AM
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Britannia Arms of Capitola World Cup Watch Party!
πŸ“ Britannia Arms of Capitola
Community
8:00 AM
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Your Neighborhood Kick-Off Spot at Pono Hawaiian Kitchen
πŸ“ Pono Hawaiian Kitchen and Tap
Community

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Experiments in Nature Summer Camp

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
πŸ•’ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Β· See listing

Are you a future scientist? We invite kids to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History for Experiments in Nature camp to perform experiments and studies in the fields of biology, chemistry, physics, ocean studies, and climate science. Explore nature while learning more about how scientists study the natural world that surrounds us. Times: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. Grades: Entering 5th through 6th grade (ages 10-11) Price : $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) REGISTER HERE Scholarship applications open January 1-15, 2026 Member registration opens January 30, 2026, and opens January 31, 2026, for the public Museum Members get early access to camp registration, discounts, and more! Learn More

Jul
20

Art and Science in Nature Summer Camp

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
πŸ•’ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Β· See listing

CAMP FULL – CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST Calling young artists and scientists curious about nature! This summer, young explorers can join us on a journey to investigate symmetries, patterns, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach, creek, and garden habitats, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover. Times: Drop-off 8:30-9 a.m. | Pick-up 3-3:30 p.m. Grades: Entering K through 2nd grade (ages 5-7) Price : $400 | $20 Sibling Discount | $20 Off for Members (family and above) Scholarship applications open January 1-15, 2026 Member registration opens January 30, 2026, and opens January 31, 2026, for the public Museum Members get early access to camp registration, discounts, and more! Learn More

Jul
20

Bruno's Bar and Grill: Kick-Off Chaos!

πŸ“ Bruno's Bar & Grill
πŸ•’ 12:00 AM Β· See listing

Watch every match, every day except Mondays (we are closed) on our 13 large screen TVs and 130β€³ TV wall with two full bars and plenty of room for fans. Specials: β€œThe Hat Trick Stack”, a burger, fries & a beer $22. β€œNo Mercy Wings”, wings & any beer $20. Thursdays: $2 off drafts and appetizers upstairs. Sundays: All day happy hour $2 off beer, wine and well drinks. Tuesdays: $3 tacos or buy a Modelo or margarita and get a free taco. Wednesdays: $7 whiskey & $7 wings!

Jul
20

The Jury Room World Cup Watch Party

πŸ“ Jury Room
πŸ•’ 6:00 AM Β· See listing

Bring your friends, wear your colors, and experience the World Cup together at The Jury Room. They will be showcasing every match live so fans can come together, connect, and celebrate the global spirit of soccer. Enjoy the drama, rivalries, and excitement of the tournament while creating memories that go beyond the final score.

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Jul
20

Art and Science in Nature Summer Camp

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
πŸ•’ 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Β· $400

Calling young artists and scientists curious about nature! This summer, young explorers can join us on a journey to investigate symmetries, patterns, and curiosities in the natural world. Spend the week exploring nearby beach, creek, and garden habitats, and making all sorts of art inspired by what we discover.

Jul
20

Natural Bridges Little Rangers Program

πŸ“ Natural Bridges State Beach
πŸ•’ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Β· FREE

Little Rangers programs at Natural Bridges State Beach are happening this summer! This free program is best for 3 to 6-year-old kids and includes hands-on activities, play-acting and sharing. Parents or caregivers are required to stay and encouraged to help facilitate the fun and games. Themes this summer include insects, beach exploring, bird watching and nature art. Parking is $10 and helps Friends support the park. One reservation per family and please write in the names and ages of participating children.

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Jul
20

Santa Cruz Beach Train

πŸ“ Roaring Camp Railroads
πŸ•’ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Β· $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.

Jul
20

Redwood Music Kid Camp

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Waldorf School
πŸ•’ 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Β· $275

Redwood Music Kid Camp is a two-week day camp for children ages 7–13 who can already play an instrument. Camp takes place July 20–31, from 10am–3pm daily, at the Santa Cruz Waldorf School. A final concert will be presented to family and friends on Saturday, August 1st at 10am. A one-week option (July 20-24) is available for first-time campers.

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Jul
20

Spa Day Passes

πŸ“ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
πŸ•’ 11:00 AM Β· $54

A notable new offering for the property, La Bahia has introduced Spa Day Passes, now available via ResortPass (based on availability), granting both travelers and locals access to enjoy the property’s serene spa amenities for a restorative escape by the sea.

Jul
20

Local Specials

πŸ“ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
πŸ•’ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Β· FREE

For a more casual local draw, Low Tide features weekly dining specials including The Monday Slice ($20 signature pizzas), Wine Down Wednesdays (Β½ price bottles under $80), and Sunday Golden Hour offerings (4PM-6PM with $6 draft beer and house wine)

Jul
20

Latte's and Learn

πŸ“ California Coffee
πŸ•’ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Β· FREE

Join us Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM at California Coffee for an informative and uplifting workshop you won't want tfor suo miss! Our featured guest speaker, Manas S. Kshirsagar, AD, MS a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Doctor with years of experience in holistic wellness and healing, will be presenting "Tools for Stress and Anxiety". With today's fast-paced world and the stress levels many of us are unduring, this workshop will offer valuable insight, practical tools and wellness strategies to help bring more balance, peace and calm into our daily lives. Lunch Special Available: Half Sandwich + Chips just $9.99 California Coffee, 9105 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 cacoffeeaptos.com Thank you from myself Sylvia Reyes, and my amazing team for supporting our small business and community events!

Education Wellness πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Jul
20

POKEMON ART CONTEST FOR KIDS!

πŸ“ Comicopolis
πŸ•’ 12:00 PM Β· FREE

It's time to get those crayons sharpened, paints mixed and markers at the ready for our Summer 2026 PokΓ©mon Art Contest for kids 5-12! To join in, create a picture of your favorite PokΓ©mon having a fun moment or striking a cool, dynamic pose. Submissions should be on 8.5 x 11 paper. You can use any medium you like, such as paint, marker, crayon, pencil, etc. No digital art. There will be prizes awarded to two age groups, 5-7 and 8-12. Entries accepted June 1st-July 31st. Winners will be announced on August 6th. BONUS: All participants will receive a free PokΓ©mon:Chaos Rising 11x17 mini-poster (while supplies last) when you hand in your art.

Jul
20

Preparing for Life's Transitions

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
πŸ•’ 12:30 PM Β· See listing

Monday, July 20 2026 12:30pm - 2:30pm Brought to you by Village Santa Cruz - Topics covered are personal, legal, medical, financial, insurance, real estate, living options, daily living, crisis plan, home health, hospice and end of life.

Community Education Details β†’
Jul
20

Preparing for Life's Transitions

πŸ“ Aptos Branch Library
πŸ•’ 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM Β· See listing

Brought to you by Village Santa Cruz - Topics covered are personal, legal, medical, financial, insurance, real estate, living options, daily living, crisis plan, home health, hospice and end of life. Licensed workshops STEP: Strategic Transitions and Essential Planning brought to you by Village Santa Cruz County. STEP is a workshop series designed for participants to gather all essential information in one place and easily accessed when needed. 6 workshops ; 12 topics a conversation with professionals; and workbook included! MAY 18: Life Information and Legal Essentials JUNE 15: Medical and Financial JULY 20: Insurance and Real Estate AUGUST 17: Living Options and Everyday Life SEPTEMBER 21: Crisis Plan and Home Health OCTOBER 19: End of Life Care and End -of-Life Planning

Wellness Education πŸ“ Soquel Details β†’
Jul
20

The Cruz Room: Hosted Board Game Night

πŸ“ The Cruz Room
πŸ•’ 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· FREE

The Game Night Collective provides a curated experience. Every Monday night with a library of 30+ board games, guided game teaching, hosted featured games, and prizes! Whether you arrive alone or with a group, the goal is to make it easy to sit down and start playing. Hosted mic’d board games 5 – 8 Trivia 8 – 10

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