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Fri, Sep 4, 2026 Β· 4:00 PM

Open House Tour at the New Puppetry Institute!

πŸ“ The Puppetry Institute Β· Capitola Β· See listing

Important News from The Puppetry Institute Like many arts organizations, we’ve been navigating the realities of a challenging economic landscape. Running two separate locations has become increasingly difficult, and after a great deal of thought we’ve made the decision to move from our previous location and reopen our art school inside our MIDDLEOF space, unit D-06 in the Capitola Mall. While change is never easy, we truly believe this move creates something exciting. By bringing everything together under one roof, we’ll be able to continue offering our incredible workshops while also having enough space for our interactive puppetry installations, art gallery, and live performances. It allows us to create a home where imagination, education, and immersive art can exist side by side. These are difficult times for the arts, and organizations like ours are constantly finding creative ways to keep the magic alive. We believe this move will help ensure that we can continue sharing our unique brand of creativity, storytelling, and wonder with the Central Coast community we’re proud to call home for the past 10 years Thank you to everyone who has supported us through every chapter of this journey. Your encouragement, attendance, donations, and belief in what we do continue to make all of this possible. We’re excited for this next adventure and can’t wait to welcome you into this new chapter of The Puppetry Institute. Learn more about who we are and what we do please visit us Sept 4th from 4-7pm for a tour of our classroom and our magical 5000 sq ft

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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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Fri, Sep 4, 2026 Β· Breath + Oneness

Ceremony of Sound: Sound Bath Practitioner Certification Course

⚑ Ceremony of Sound ⚑ Breath+Oneness’ 100-hour Sound Healing Certification Course Get Certified in 4 weekends over 4 months ✨ Designed for beginner and intermediate musicians, healers, yoga teachers, therapists, and anyone who wants to use resonance and vibration in their offerings, ceremonies, and classes. β™’ Add to your current career or start a new one as you share your gift of sound healing with the world β™’ Become who you are meant to be! Follow your purpose, passion, and artistic expression into the embrace of sound healing 🎡🎡🎡 _____________________________ πŸ“… Fall Session 2026 | 4 Weekends over 4 Months All days are 8:30am-5:30pm 9/4-9/6 10/3-10/4 11/7-11/8 12/4-12/6 πŸ™Œ EARLY BIRD pricing! Register by May 31st to save $250 on tuition. 😍 In order to provide each participant with personal feedback and to cultivate deep and meaningful relationships with our cohort, we keep the group size limited. Register early for early bird pricing and to reserve your spot! Staff teachers: Lead Teacher: Dallas McKenzie Co-Lead Teacher: Adron Beene Support Teachers: Alex Harrison, Sam David, and Carrie Arlah Burr _____________________________ This course is for you if you want to: - Initiate or expand your relationship with music, sound, resonance, and vibration - Deepen your ability to heal and offer healing to others - Play many different instruments (including renowned brands Meinl Sonic Energy and Crystal Tones crystal singing bowls) and develop further with the ones you resonate with most - Set and hold ceremonial space through prayer, intention, and sound - Take people on journeys, sound baths, potent yoga classes, and more - Explore vibrational healing instruments such as Crystal Tones crystal bowls, your voice, drums, flute, digeridoo, chimes, gong, and much more - Deepen and expand your self-expression and artistry - Connect with an intimate group of no more than 15 students along with your mentors and teachers for ample individualized attention and personal practice _____

Music πŸ“ Capitola
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Fri, Sep 4, 2026 Β· Treehouse Dispensary

September First Friday @ Treehouse Dispensary!

Photo: Ariel Taylor with artwork Deeper FIRST FRIDAY at TREEHOUSE! Celebrate the last month of Summer with us! Community over everything. <3 We offer specials on our featured cannabis brands, discounts on artists who have work on display, and a penny wheel for you to spin when you spend over $50! Specials run all day! Resident Artists on Display: Cole Lemke (aka Chump Magic), Ariel Taylor, Brittany Costanzo, & Mio Kamstra-Brown Featured Cannabis Brands (Some will be here in person from 11:00am – 1:00pm!): β€’ Allswell β€’ Arcata Fire β€’ Auntie Aloha β€’ BLOOM β€’ Daze Off β€’ Glass House Farms β€’ Give Thanks/ Stony's Reserves β€’ Greenline β€’ Habitat β€’ Heavy Hitters β€’ Jetty β€’ Kanha β€’ KwikEase β€’ Maven Genetics β€’ Not Your Father's β€’ Pabst β€’ Pacific Stone β€’ PLUS β€’ Punch β€’ Pure Beauty β€’ Raw Garden β€’ Shooters β€’ Space Craft β€’ St. Ides β€’. UpNorth β€’ Follow us on Instagram @treehousedispensary_sc! Head to our website for all the details! www.OurTreehouse.io Β· (831) 471-8289 Β· 3651 Soquel Drive, Soquel CA Β· C10-0000105-LIC Β· 21+ only please We can't wait to see you there! πŸ™‚ Swing by to look at the art on our walls & take advantage of our dope deals!

Art & Culture πŸ“ Soquel
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Fri, Sep 4, 2026 Β· Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History

Free First Friday

Make the MAH your first stop this weekend with FREE First Friday. Explore all three floors of the museum and see our latest exhibitions, check out our giftshop, and hangout among art and history! Then stay into the night dancing to live music out in Abbott Square. First Friday hours are 12-8pm. See you then!

Music πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

β˜€οΈ Happening today

Friday, September 4

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

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ReView
πŸ“ Mary Porter Sesnon Art Gallery
Education
8:30 AM
$2600
Ceremony of Sound: Sound Bath Practitioner Certification Course
πŸ“ Breath + Oneness
Music
9:00 AM
$10
First Friday $10 Coworking
πŸ“ NextSpace Santa Cruz
Community
9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
πŸ“ Dynomite Farm
Community
9:00 AM
$10
Mindful Movement with Horses
πŸ“ BEYOND liberty
Sports
9:30 AM
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Evergreen Volunteer Days
πŸ“ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Community
10:30 AM
$26.45
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
πŸ“ Roaring Camp Railroads
Cultural Event
10:30 AM
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Mothersong
πŸ“ Watsonville
Art & Culture
11:00 AM
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September First Friday @ Treehouse Dispensary!
πŸ“ Treehouse Dispensary
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Sep
4

3rd Rail

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· FREE

Every first and third Fridays at Cat Alley Street, our beat conductors take you on a high-style ride showcasing underground street sounds- Brought to you by Subterrestrials Records. Doors and Bar open at 6pm, Music at 9pm. No Cover, 21+

Sep
4

Yuma Abe

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Sep
4

Moe's Alley Presents: The Sam Chase & The Untraditional w/ Thanks Buddy

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents The Sam Chase & The Untraditional with special guests Thanks Buddy! Friday, September 4, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$20 in advance / $25 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====THE SAM CHASE & THE UNTRADITIONALThe Sam Chase & The Untraditional hails from San Francisco, California. This juggernaut of a band blends rock n roll with folk music while maintaining the sensibilities and attitudes that come from growing up on a healthy diet of punk rock. The leader of the band is The Sam Chase himself, a natural storyteller with a voice that sounds as if it has weathered many an epic tale. With boot stomping orchestration and lyrics that have been immortalized on the tattooed skin of their fans, The Sam Chase t mess around. These are the warriors we need in these troubled times.THANKS BUDDYThanks Buddy are friends playing for the love of it. Rock-n-roll sprinkled with Americana, Punk and Folk. Established in Santa Cruz, California in 2013

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
5

Chamber Choir Now Auditioning

πŸ“ Westside Locations
πŸ•’ 8:39 AM – 8:39 AM Β· FREE

Beati Quorum, a new and growing Ensemble, is seeking new local members. Beati Quorum is a small, hybrid professional / volunteer ensemble based in Santa Cruz. We focus on a cappella singing, Renaissance through contemporary works, and collaborations with artists from our local network to international groups. Visit www.beatiquorum.org to set up an audition today.

Sep
5

Clinton Fearon

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM Β· See listing

Moe's Alley presents reggae legend Clinton Fearon & Boogie Brown Band! Saturday, September 5, 2026 Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm $30 in advance / $35 day of the show 21+ * All sales are final * Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com * Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event * Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event ==== CLINTON FEARON Born in Jamaica, Clinton became the bassist, vocalist and lyricist of the mythic Gladiators at the age of 19. He spent 18 years with the band and signed several songs for The Gladiators, hits and classics like Chatty Chatty Mouth, Richman Poorman, On The Other Side, Can You Imagine How I Feel, Let Jah Be Praised, One Love, Untrue Girl, and more. Clinton Fearon was also a session musician for different studios in Jamaica, including with producers Coxsone Dodd at Studio One and Lee β€˜Scratch’ Perry’s at Black Ark, but also at Channel One, Aquarius, Harry J, Randy’s, etc. In these studios, Clinton Fearon composed some everlasting bass lines for well-known artists like Yabby You, Jimmy Riley, Max Romeo, Junior Byles and many others. After leaving Jamaica in 1987, Clinton Fearon started a new career in Seattle. Him and some of the musicians of The Gladiators took advantage of the extra time remaining on their visa, at the end of the US tour, to start a band in the Northwest: The Defenders. The band built a nice following in the area until they split after five years. And finally Clinton Fearon formed his own band in the mid 90s with local musicians in Seattle: Clinton Fearon and The Boogie Brown Band. Since 2019, Clinton Fearon also teamed up with The Riddim Source for his live performances in Europe and for his most recent albums, including β€œJah Is Love” released June 2026

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
6

Moe's Alley Presents: Tommy Castro & The Painkillers

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM Β· See listing

The great blues legend Tommy Castro s! Sunday, September 6, 2026Doors: 3pm / Show: 4pm$30 in advance / $35 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====TOMMY CASTRO & THE PAINKILLERSMultiple award-winning guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader Tommy Castro is a California-based blues and rock powerhouse. For over four decades, hes captivated audiences with his soul-drenched vocals, searing guitar work, and high-energy live shows. As frontman of the telepathically tight and wildly raucous Tommy Castro s released 17 albums that span a wide stylistic rangefrom horn-driven R&B and hot-blooded soul to gritty, stripped-down rock and electric blues.With his latest and eighth Alligator Records release, Closer To The Bone, Castro returns to his roots, delivering what he calls a real blues record, the way they would have made them back in the day. Produced by guitar master Christoffer Kid Andersen at San Joses Greaseland Studio, the album is Castros rawest and most direct blues effort to date.The album features standout originals like Aint Worth The Heartache, Cant Catch A Break, and Crazy Woman Blues, alongside deep-cut covers of songs by Castros friends and influencesJohnny Nitro, Magic Slim, Ron Thompson, Chris Cain, and more. Guest appearances include Rick Estrin, Billy Branch, Deanna Bogart, Chris Cain, Jim Pugh, and gospel harmonies from The Sons Of The Soul Revivers

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
9

Stage Presence for Adult Dancers: From Technique to Connection

πŸ“ Motion Pacific at the London Nelson Community Center
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM Β· $15

Have you ever learned choreography but felt unsure how to make it come alive in performance? This course with Mara Frey at Motion Pacific is designed for beginning adult dancers who want to feel more confident, expressive, and comfortable being seen. Stage presence isn't about being the most technically advanced dancer in the room, it's about connecting with the music, communicating intention, and engaging your audience. Through guided exercises, movement exploration, and performance practice, you'll learn how posture, focus, emotional expression, and audience connection can transform the way you dance. In a supportive and encouraging environment, students will explore: building confidence and reducing performance anxiety, using focus, posture, and energy to command attention, expressing emotion and intention through movement, connecting authentically with an audience, recovering gracefully from mistakes during performance, and developing a personal performance style. This class is open to dancers of all styles and requires no prior performance experience. Whether you dream of performing on stage, social dancing with more confidence, or simply bringing greater expression to your movement, you'll leave with practical tools to help your dancing feel more engaging, intentional, and alive. By the end of the course, participants will perform a short dance phrase and gain skills they can apply to any dance style or performance opportunity. What to bring: comfortable dance attire, water, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone in a supportive setting.

Art & Culture Adults 21+ πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz Details β†’
Sep
10

Greylan James

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Sep
10

Moe's Alley Presents: The Snares w/ bloodsugar

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents The Snares with special guest bloodsugar! Thursday, September 10, 2026Doors: 7pm/ Show: 8pm$15 in advance / $20 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====THE SNARESThe Snares are an American psych-rock outfit based in Sacramento, California. The band consists of Izzie Gomez, Lukas Brodie, Casey Smith and Julian Paz. The Snares have a variety of influences that can be heard in their sound, including garage/psychedelic rock, pop, noise rock, and post-punk.BLOODSUGARHailing from Chico, California, Bloodsugar is an alt-rock band fueled by distortion, vulnerability, and catharsis. Their name, intentionally spelled as one word, comes straight from real life: frontwoman Lys Lourdes blood sugar levels drop easily, and what started as a personal quirk quickly became the perfect metaphor for music that lives in emotional extremes. Sharp highs, heavy lows, and no holding back.

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
11

Vine To View Winemaker's Dinner Series

πŸ“ Chaminade Resort & Spa
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Join us from May to October as Chef Samuels and his culinary team create gourmet four-course dinners expertly paired with wines from local California vineyards. Enjoy a romantic evening in the Chaminade courtyard overlooking Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay. 21+ only. Tickets and Overnight Packages (two tickets included) on sale now. See 2026 calendar below. Friday, May 1 in partnership with Beauregard Vineyards Friday, June 5 in partnership with Caymus Vineyards Friday, July 10 in partnership with Wente Vineyards Friday, July 24 in partnership with Storrs Winery Friday, August 7 in partnership with Fableist Wine Co. Friday, September 11 in partnership with Serial Wines October Date TBD in partnership with Alfaro Family Vineyards

Food & Drink Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
11

Moe's Alley Presents: Space Heater

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents an epic dance party with Space Heater! Friday, September 11, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$20 in advance / $25 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====SPACE HEATERSpace Heater is a Santa Cruz-based band with one foot planted firmly in the foundations of funk, while the other foot prefers a galaxy far, far away. Blending the funky sounds inspired from Prince and James Brown to Sharon Jones t have much choice but to shake that thang....

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
12

Chamber Choir Now Auditioning

πŸ“ Westside Locations
πŸ•’ 8:39 AM – 8:39 AM Β· FREE

Beati Quorum, a new and growing Ensemble, is seeking new local members. Beati Quorum is a small, hybrid professional / volunteer ensemble based in Santa Cruz. We focus on a cappella singing, Renaissance through contemporary works, and collaborations with artists from our local network to international groups. Visit www.beatiquorum.org to set up an audition today.

Sep
12

Capitola Art & Wine Festival

πŸ“ Capitola Village
πŸ•’ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Β· $1

43rd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival September 12 & 13, 2026 Art, wine, music, dance, and good vibes…all in the enchanting beach-side setting of Capitola Village…summer's last hurrah, and truly a weekend in paradise! Stroll the Festival sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries while admiring the artistic talents of over 150 fine artists. Enjoy live music, be inspired by local dance groups, and street performers. Admission FREE! Wine tasting requires the purchase of the 2026 Festival Glass ($20) and tasting tokens ($1 each). Tastings vary between 2 - 5 tokens. Must be 21+ to wine taste, and purchase glasses and tokens. Free bike valet parking at the festival. Free parking and shuttle from Capitola Mall. Look for FESTIVAL SHUTTLE signs in the mall parking lot off Capitola Road near the Spirit Halloween parking area (formerly Sears). Shuttle operates Saturday, 9:30am - 8pm, Sunday, 9:30am - 7pm. The Capitola Art & Wine Festival is a community event hosted by the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce. It is the premiere fundraiser supporting the Capitola-Soquel Chamber, a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, as well as the local school and community groups that assist with the festival. We are grateful to our hardworking volunteers who help in more ways than we can count. It takes a village, and we are thankful for ours. 2026 Poster Artist: JacquΓ© Price Poster available at online at: JacquΓ© Price Art and at the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce in the Capitola Mall VOLUNTEER BUSINESS & TEAM Volunteer Sign-up HERE INDIVIDUAL Volunteer Sign-up HERE We LOVE our VOLUNTEERS! Have questions? Email [email protected] or call (831) 475-6522. Groups with 6-8 volunteers can staff a Glass & Token Booth. Wear your company shirts and display your banner while volunteering at this fun community event. Individual volunteer opportunities available including set-up, tear-down, artist assistants, zone supervisors, and more! Artist Application: The Capitola

Food & Drink Adults 21+ πŸ“ Capitola Details β†’
Sep
12

Boardwalk Oktoberfest

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Boardwalk
πŸ•’ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Β· See listing

It’s time to raise a stein, Boardwalk-style! Join us for our very first Oktoberfest by the beachβ€”a festive 21+ celebration packed with live entertainment, games, great brews and wines, and delicious Bavarian bites. Slip into your lederhosen or dirndl for a chance to win best-dressed prizes, and help us kick off this exciting new tradition! Oktoberfest Schedule 5:30 PM Willkommen! Doors Open & Live Music 5:30 – 6:00 PM Appetizers 6:00 – 7:30 PM Classic Bavarian Buffet 7:30 – 8:30 PM Desserts, Games & Dancing Festivities Classic Bavarian Buffet Menu Appetizer: Soft Pretzels with Assorted Dips Dinner: Roasted Chicken, Schnitzel with Mustard Sauce, Kielbasa, Potatoes, and Cabbage Dessert: Assorted mini desserts Entertainment Alpen Band California $89.95 per person Includes: Classic Bavarian Buffet, 2 drink tickets for beer or wine and Boardwalk Souvenir Stein. Price includes a $2 service fee Buy Now: bit.ly/Oktoberfest-fb

Sep
12

SC Beach Boardwalk: Octoberfest

πŸ“ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
πŸ•’ 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Β· $89.95

Head to the Aloha Terrace at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for a festive 21+ celebration packed with live entertainment, dancing, games, great brews and wines, and delicious Bavarian bites. Slip into your lederhosen or dirndl for a chance to win best dressed prizes! Menu: Appetizer: Pretzels with dips Dinner: Spaetzle, Cabbage, Schnitzel with Mustard Sauce, Bratwurst, Kielbasa Dessert: Assorted mini desserts Alpen Band California (famous for outrageous costumes and interactive moments) will be performing! This unique mix of authentic musicianship and lighthearted showmanship ensures that you will be smiling, singing, and dancing all night long. Schedule: 5:30pm – Wilkommen! Doors Open 5:30-6pm – Appetizers & Live Music 6-7:30pm – Classic Bavarian Buffet 7:30-8:30pm – Desserts, Games & Dancing Festivities Ticket price includes 2 drink tickets and a Boardwalk Souvenir Stein

Food & Drink Adults 21+ πŸ“ Beach & Boardwalk Details β†’
Sep
12

Best Coast Burlesque Presents: Bawdy! Spectacular

πŸ“ Colligan Theater
πŸ•’ 7:15 PM – 10:00 PM Β· $38

Best Coast Burlesque returns Saturday September 12th for an evening of the very best in burlesque and variety! Starring Ginger Lee Valentine from Los Angeles Featuring performance by Renegade Theater Vyxen Monroe Valerie Veils Rizzo Rogue Babraham Lincoln & More! Now located at Coligan Theater in the Tannery Arts Complex, join us at 8:00 for one spectacular show! Doors at 7:15 Offering 3 tiers of seating: VIP (Right up in the action! Front row seats) Preferred (Still in the splash zone, rows B and C) General Admission (with extra high rise from one row to the next, there isn't a bad seat in the house!) VIP seating is limited, so grab your seats now! Save time in line, purchase your beverage tokens ahead of time! 21 & Up Show. As a small and independently run business, we are no longer able to issue refunds for tickets. If you are no longer able to attend, you may transfer your tickets via private sale or request a ticket transfer to one of our 2025 season shows. Thank you for your support and understanding! We couldn't do it without you!

Art & Culture Adults 21+ πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz Details β†’
Sep
12

Moe's Alley Presents: Black Uhuru

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

The reggae legends, Black Uhuru, are coming back to Moes! Saturday, September 12, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$40 in advance / $45 day of the show21+* All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====BLACK UHURUDerrick Duckie Simpson the Gong Gong Gullie is the founder and leader for reggaes BLACK UHURU. Although going through numerous lead singers and musicians they have remained to be one of the most recognized and prolific reggae band for over 50 years.The roots of BLACK UHURU were formed in Kingston Jamaicas Waterhouse district also known as Firehouse in the early 60s. Though considered to be one of Jamaicas toughest neighborhoods its home to several other reggae singers and musicians. It was where Duckie Simpson grew up and learned to sing from boyhood friends Winston Pipe Matthews and Lloyd Bread McDonald of Wailing Souls and Bob Marley. He recorded four tracks with Wailing Souls before forming his own group.The original Uhurus (Swahili for freedom) were Derrick Duckie Simpson, Euvin Don Carlos Spencer and Rudolph Garth Dennis. They only recorded a few singles Folk Songs Time Is On Our Side and Slow Coach before separating. Don went solo and Garth joined Wailing Souls. As the new millennium approached there came a new lead singer yet again from Waterhouse named Andrew Bees Beckford. They released two albums. Unification was produced by King Jammy & Dynasty was produced by Fitzroy Francis & Duckie. They went on a worldwide tour featuring Sly and Robbie and had the famous producer Scientist as its road engineer.

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
13

Terroir in a Glass Dinner at Neely

πŸ“ Santa Cruz
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· See listing

Immerse yourself in the northern boundary of the AVA where the oak and redwood forested Santa Cruz Mountains meet the bay at the estate winery of Neely Wine. Savor the seasonal cuisine of Chef Ross Hanson of Oak & Rye at a seated dinner and sample premium SCM wines as you taste what makes Santa Cruz Mountains wines so remarkable. Participating Wineries: tba Event Address: 575 Portola Rd, Portola Valley, CA 94028 About the Taste of Terroir Dinner Series Explore the unique boutique wineries of the Santa Cruz Mountains through the Taste of Terroir dinner series, an intimate culinary and wine experience of tasting salons and dinners held throughout the AVA. The dinners typically start with a 1.5 hour walk-around wine tasting reception followed by a seated full-course meal prepared by local chefs who pride themselves on sourcing fresh, seasonal ingredients. Meet the winemakers and fellow wine enthusiasts! Tickets are $175* *All ticket pricing is inclusive of food, wines and gratuities. All events are open to the public and reserved for guests 21 and over. Tickets are non-refundable. Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains wine club members receive a 15% discount on up to 2 tickets - for more information, reach out to [email protected].

Outdoors Adults 21+ Details β†’
Sep
13

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents - Magic Sword w/ Skylimit

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents - Magic Sword with special guest Skylimit! Sunday, September 13th Doors 7pm / Show: 8pm $20 in advance / $25 day of the show 21+ *Tickets on sale July 16th at 10AM* * No Refunds | All sales are final * Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com * Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event *Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event ==== MAGIC SWORD In the beginning there was light… and darkness. A creation of perfect balance. As time passed, evil spread over the land like a plague, slowly consuming everything in its path. In the final moments before light was lost to the shadow for all time, a weapon of infinite power was created, the Magic Sword. Thus, restoring balance to the universe. The genesis of things are often small. As the single seed grows to a mighty oak, so too did the path of the Keeper begin as a single choice in an age long past. Once a humble king, he was manipulated into unleashing the Dark One. All of reality was torn asunder as the Lord of Shadow was released from their ancient prison, having been bound by the power of the the Magic Sword. From that day forth, the King was cursed to be the eternal Keeper of this powerful key. He has been compelled for millennia to find the Chosen One who will unleash the true power of the weapon and won't rest until the grand design is complete with the Darkness bound once again. The Keeper of the Magic Sword searches endlessly for the Chosen One. This prophesied being contains the ability to wield the power of the Magic Sword and seal the prison that holds Dark One for all eternity. Until the chosen one is revealed, search continues in this realm and many others throughout all of time and space. In what form will the Magic Sword manifest? Who is the Chosen One? Answers will reveal themselves as the need arises. A tale of high adventure as old as time itself. SKYLIMIT Hailing from Boise, Idaho, Skylimi

Music Adults 21+ πŸ“ Midtown Details β†’
Sep
15

Numbskull & Good Medicine present: Slap Dragon

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

The core of Nashville-based Slap Dragon is Scott Mulvahill on bass and Laura Berens on vocals. Supported by a backing group, the two weave a musical tapestry through use of acoustic instruments, but the result seamlessly moves beyond the traditional framework of acoustic music, taking in textures from disco to rhythm and blues. After a run of single releases in 2024 and 2025, Slap Dragon just released their debut full-length, Mission Statement. Highlights of that set include the funky β€œAlready Won” and the alluring acoustic deep groove of β€œGirl Dinner.” -Bill Kopp; Good Times Santa Cruz

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Sep
16

Moe's Alley Presents: Handmade Moments

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents the return of Handmade Moments! Wednesday, September 16, 2026Doors: 7pm // Show: 8pm$22 in advance // $27 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====HANDMADE MOMENTSHandmade Moments is a fearless, all-weather duo based in New Orleans, LA. Anna Moss and Joel Ludfords endearing personalities guide us through diverse musical flavors of American music. They serve up ornate instrumentation and simple, yet sophisticated songcraft. Their live show offers a memorable mix of intoxicating vocals, bass clarinet, saxophone, sousaphone, guitar, upright bass, and tag team beatboxing.Moss and Ludford are masters at sneaking heavy messages into lighthearted melodies and arrangements, Moss bass clarinet functioning like a cheerful Trojan Horse to deliver a grim truth to the listener. - No Depression

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Sep
17

Moe's Alley Presents: The Schizophonics "Burning Floor Tour" w/ Fever Dog

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:30 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents the return of garage rock heroes The Schizophonics with special guests Fever Dog!Thursday, September 17, 2026Doors: 7:30pm / Show: 8:30pm$18 in advance / $23 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====THE SCHIZOPHONICSAmps screaming. No exit in sight. The Schizophonics kick the door in and never let it close.This San Diegobased three-piece delivers a live show thats loud and dangerously funan all-gas, no-brakes blast of feedback and groove. Its full-contact rock n roll: high voltage, high velocity, and sharpened to a blade.The band features Pat Beers on vocals and guitar, Lety Beers on drums, and Sarah Linton on bass. Together they unleash a fuzz-soaked, funk-fueled attack built on pounding rhythm and feral energy. Every song hits like a charge. Every set feels like the floor might give out. Blink and you miss something. Stand still and you get run over.Forged on the road and fueled by motion, The Schizophonics have torn through stages in fourteen countries, earning a reputation as a must-see live act that turns rooms upside down. Channeling the raw spirit of James Brown, Iggy Pop, Jimi Hendrix, Little Richard, and The Sonics, they strip rock back to its most dangerous elementsand set them loose.Behind the chaos is precision. Behind the noise are hooks that bite.The Schizophonics are currently finishing their fourth full-length album, due Summer 2026.FEVER DOGFormed in 2007 by a group of 6th graders in the California Desert, FEVER DOG have been electrifying audiences and earning the adulation of fans with their signature explosive sound and over the top stage show throughout the United States ACTION!

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Sep
18

John Rybak + Friends @ Discretion Brewing

πŸ“ Discretion Brewing
πŸ•’ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Β· FREE

Hi Friends! Come join us for a fun night of music from 5:30 - 7:30pm Fri. 9/18 @ Discretion Brewing in Soquel. It'll be myself on guitar, dobro, harmonica, vocals, Perry Spinali on fiddle and vocal harmonies + John Hosking on upright bass + vocal harmonies. We have a great set of acoustic roots and blues and some new surprises! See you there! Friday, September 18th 5:30-7:30pm John Rybak + Friends Discretion Brewing 2703 41st Ave Ste. A, Soquel, CA 95073 (831) 316-0662 21+, Free show https://www.discretionbrewing.com/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j1ozt9K6x8 https://www.reverbnation.com/johnrybakfriends https://www.facebook.com/johnrybakmusic/ Event Page -> https://www.facebook.com/events/871710432433830

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Sep
18

3rd Rail

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· FREE

Every first and third Fridays at Cat Alley Street, our beat conductors take you on a high-style ride showcasing underground street sounds- Brought to you by Subterrestrials Records. Doors and Bar open at 6pm, Music at 9pm. No Cover, 21+

Sep
19

Summer Beer Sails

πŸ“ Discretion Brewing
πŸ•’ 12:00 AM Β· See listing

Enjoy Discretion on a boat! For schedule of beer cruises & tickets, visit the links below. We'll see you out on the ocean… Chardonnay Sailing Charters Discretion sails on 5/27, 8/26, 9/16, 10/21 O'Neill Yacht Charters Discretion sails on 6/27, 7/30, 8/9, 9/19, 10/11

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Sep
19

Chamber Choir Now Auditioning

πŸ“ Westside Locations
πŸ•’ 8:39 AM – 8:39 AM Β· FREE

Beati Quorum, a new and growing Ensemble, is seeking new local members. Beati Quorum is a small, hybrid professional / volunteer ensemble based in Santa Cruz. We focus on a cappella singing, Renaissance through contemporary works, and collaborations with artists from our local network to international groups. Visit www.beatiquorum.org to set up an audition today.

Sep
19

Bonny Doon: Art Wine and Beer Festival

πŸ“ Crest Ranch
πŸ•’ 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM Β· FREE

Go to the 23rd Annual Festival! It’s the best little party in the Santa Cruz Mountains! Participate in an afternoon of tastings with local wineries & breweries, artist and craft vendors, food, music and dancing, wine pull, silent auction and all around good vibes. Non-alcoholic beverages are also available. Must be 21 or older to attend.

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Sep
19

(((folkYEAH!))) Presents - Rayland Baxter

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

(((folkYEAH!))) presents Rayland Baxter!Saturday, September 19, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$36 in advance / $40 day of the show21+* Tickets on sale Friday, June 5th at 10am PT ** No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====RAYLAND BAXTERFor the making of his fourth album If I Were a Butterfly, Rayland Baxter holed up for over a year at a former rubber-band factory turned studio in the Kentucky countrysidea seemingly humble environment that proved to be something of a wonderland. I spent that year living in a barn with the squirrels and the birds, on my own most of the time, and I discovered so much about music and how to create it, says the Tennessee-bred singer/songwriter. Instead of going into a studio with a producer for two weeks, I just waited for the record to build itself. Id get up and go outside, see a butterfly and connect that with some impulsive thought Id had three months ago, and suddenly a song Id been working on would make sense. Thats how the whole album came to be.The follow-up to 2018s critically acclaimed Wide Awake, If I Were a Butterfly finds Baxter co-producing alongside Tim OSullivan (Grace Potter, The Head and the Heart) and Kai Welch (Molly Tuttle, Sierra Hull), slowly piecing together the albums patchwork of lush psychedelia and Beatlesesque pop. In addition to working at Thunder Sound (the Kentucky studio he called home for months on end), Baxter recorded in California, Texas, Tennessee, and Washington, enlisting a remarkable lineup of musicians: Shakey Graves, Lennon Stella, several members of Cage the Elephant, Zac Cockrell of Alabama Shakes, Morning Teleportations Travis Goodwin, and legendary Motown drummer Miss Bobbye Hall, among many others. In an especially meaningful turn, two of the albums tracks feature the elegant pedal

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Sep
22

Adult Ceramics Class

πŸ“ Community Through Art
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Β· $250

Beginning adult ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as time for independent clay creation. Class is held at Redwood and Ranunculus downtown Felton. Tuesdays, 6-8:30 PM $234 for 6 weeks (7% service fee due at checkout) plus a $20 material fee due to instructor at first class Clay, glazes, and tools provided. Session I: August 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22 Session II: Sept 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3

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Sep
25

Colby Acuff

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Sep
25

Moe's Alley Presents: Tania Cassette

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents former Tania Cassette, former lead singer of Glass Spells supporting the release of her forthcoming LP The Death of Me! Friday, September 25, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$20 in advance / $25 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====TANIA CASSETTETania Cassette is a synthpop and dark pop artist with an 80s glow and a modern dance heartbeat, built on hooks that land fast and linger long into the night. Known as the voice of Glass Spells, she emerged into her solo era with singles The Flame and Por Tu Amor leading into her debut album The Death of Me, out September 4th. Shimmering, dancefloor ready, and heavy with yearning, the record moves through passion and rebirth in a world of nostalgic tenderness and dark glamour.

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Sep
29

Adult Ceramics Class

πŸ“ Community Through Art
πŸ•’ 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Β· $250

Beginning adult ceramics with instructor Nora Sarkissian. Learn the basics of hand building, pinch, and coil. Nora will provide demos and projects as well as time for independent clay creation. Class is held at Redwood and Ranunculus downtown Felton. Tuesdays, 6-8:30 PM $234 for 6 weeks (7% service fee due at checkout) plus a $20 material fee due to instructor at first class Clay, glazes, and tools provided. Session I: August 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22 Session II: Sept 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 3

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Oct
1

Groundation

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Oct
2

3rd Rail

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· FREE

Every first and third Fridays at Cat Alley Street, our beat conductors take you on a high-style ride showcasing underground street sounds- Brought to you by Subterrestrials Records. Doors and Bar open at 6pm, Music at 9pm. No Cover, 21+

Oct
2

Moe's Alley Presents: Diggin Dirt *Special Two-Night Pass

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM – 11:55 PM Β· See listing

Are you ready for a weekend-long funk party! Well then, we got you! Diggin Dirt is hitting Moes for two nights. Special guests to be announced. Save money buying a two-night pass!*Limited quantities available*Special Two-Night Pass for Oct. 2nd and Oct. 3rdDoors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$4021+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====DIGGIN DIRTFrom behind the redwood curtain of Humboldt County, California, the seven piece funk-soul band Diggin Dirt has carved out a niche as a live party not to be missed. Shoveling their own path, Diggin Dirt has seen sustained growth over the past few years, with multiple national tours and festival stops at Jam Cruise, High Sierra, Hulaween, Same Same but Different, Live Oak, Cascade Equinox, Joshua Tree Music Festival and many more. Per a 2024 Jam Cruise writer, This was the soul music I grew up with in the 60s and 70s, but I confess I wasnt expecting [Diggin Dirt] to be throwing it down this hard. This group is impossibly tight, and Zach Alder might be the best soul shouter Ive ever heard, and Ive heard a few. Their infectious sound is fueled by blazing horns, searing guitars and a relentlessly driving rhythm section, and tying it all together is the bands frontman who launches the ensemble into rarefied air with his pipes, charisma and natural-born soul. With flashes of James Brown or Sly and the Family Stone, Otis Redding or Tower of Power, the bands sound is both familiar and yet refreshingly original, layering psychedelic rock, Motown soul, afrobeat and even reggae atop a thick foundation of late-60s inspired funk.

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Oct
3

Moe's Alley Presents: Diggin Dirt *Special Two-Night Pass

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM – 11:55 PM Β· See listing

Are you ready for a weekend-long funk party! Well then, we got you! Diggin Dirt is hitting Moes for two nights. Special guests to be announced. Save money buying a two-night pass!*Limited quantities available*Special Two-Night Pass for Oct. 2nd and Oct. 3rdDoors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$4021+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====DIGGIN DIRTFrom behind the redwood curtain of Humboldt County, California, the seven piece funk-soul band Diggin Dirt has carved out a niche as a live party not to be missed. Shoveling their own path, Diggin Dirt has seen sustained growth over the past few years, with multiple national tours and festival stops at Jam Cruise, High Sierra, Hulaween, Same Same but Different, Live Oak, Cascade Equinox, Joshua Tree Music Festival and many more. Per a 2024 Jam Cruise writer, This was the soul music I grew up with in the 60s and 70s, but I confess I wasnt expecting [Diggin Dirt] to be throwing it down this hard. This group is impossibly tight, and Zach Alder might be the best soul shouter Ive ever heard, and Ive heard a few. Their infectious sound is fueled by blazing horns, searing guitars and a relentlessly driving rhythm section, and tying it all together is the bands frontman who launches the ensemble into rarefied air with his pipes, charisma and natural-born soul. With flashes of James Brown or Sly and the Family Stone, Otis Redding or Tower of Power, the bands sound is both familiar and yet refreshingly original, layering psychedelic rock, Motown soul, afrobeat and even reggae atop a thick foundation of late-60s inspired funk.

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Oct
4

Dungeons and Dragons for Adults

πŸ“ Downtown Branch Library
πŸ•’ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM Β· See listing

Come join the magical world of D&D storytelling, where you can be a bard, a wizard, or a barbarian for a few hours and let your creativity run free. Solve weird and wonderful problems with spells, cunning, or daggers and make some new friends in the process. Whether you're a complete beginner or a seasoned player you will be welcomed every 1st Sunday for an afternoon of collaborative storytelling at the Downtown Branch. Friendly game masters will be ready with dice, characters, and the start of a story; all we need is your creativity and enthusiasm. No prior experience is necessary. This program is for adults 18+. This program also happens on 3rd Saturdays at the Capitola Branch from 12-5. What is Dungeons and Dragons? D&D is one of many tabletop roleplaying games, in which players create and control fictional characters within a shared imaginary world. A Game Master guides the story and sets the scene, while the players make decisions for their characters, rolling dice to determine outcomes. TTRPGs encourage creativity, teamwork, and storytelling as players collaborate to overcome challenges and complete quests. Modern D&D has veered away from the combat-heavy game it used to be. While it's still possible to spend hours attacking monsters and finding loot, many groups now tell stories of mystery, intrigue, horror, or whimsy. Who are the game masters? This event is organized by Jeltje van Baren ( [email protected] ), who learned to play a few years ago and has been creating games for new players ever since. She will be assisted by a rotating group of diverse GMs from the local TTRPG community, all of whom are used to patiently explaining the rules and keeping the game fun for everyone.

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Oct
6

Moe's Alley Presents: The Animeros

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley Presents Austins psychedelic Latin groove-makers, The Animeros! Tuesday, October 6, 2026Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm$20 in advance / $25 Day of the show21+* Tickets on sale Friday, July 24th at 10am PT ** No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====THE ANIMEROSWith musical notes that span well beyond genres like bolero, psychedelic, and cumbia, The Animeros not only make their audience hit the dance floor, but they also invite their listeners and tastemakers alike to a glimpse of their rich cultural upbringing. The group who is made up of Nick Tozzo (drummer and percussionist), Nicolas Sanchez (bassist), and Mauro Lopez (guitarist) craft a genre-blending sound that drifts between the lush jungles of Colombia, the palm-lined streets of 1960s coastal Mexico, and the dusty cantinas of West Texas.Sanchezs Colombian roots, growing up listening to his parents beloved salsa and cumbia; Lopezs parents Mexican and American discography, which spanned from traditional Tejano to improvised jazz; and Tozzos love for jazz and salsa music, the latter stemming from his college years, leading him to study and live in Colombia to experience music greats first-handedly. All of this, paired with their undeniable chemistry and meshed with their now hometown Austins innovative creative sounds has led them to create the unique sonic movement that is The Animeros, a name inspired by Colombian shamans who would usher lost souls to their peace.Their journey took an unexpected turn when their music reached the ears of Dan Auerbach, the Grammy Award winning producer, songwriter, and frontman of The Black Keys. Auerbach first heard them by chance, music floating from an open hotel window that stopped him in his tracks. Captivated, he made a note to track them down, and within a yea

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Oct
7

Wig Out Wednesday

πŸ“ Big Basin Vineyards Tasting Room + Wine Bar
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Β· FREE

Every Wed from 4 to 8 pm at our Downtown Santa Cruz Tasting Room + Wine Bar Join us for a night of wigging out in Downtown Santa Cruz! Wear a wig, and we’ll have a surprise for you. We’ll play cool music, games, trivia, and much more! Let’s wig out and keep Santa Cruz weird! Wig Out Wednesday Special: 2 empanadas and a glass of wine (Riesling, Rose, or Homestead) for $19.

Oct
9

Moe's Alley Presents: The Breaks

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents The Breaks a convergence of three groove masters of modern funk and soul-jazz: Eddie Roberts, Stanton Moore, and Robert Walter!Friday October 9, 2026Doors: 8:00 PM / Show: 9:00 PM$35 in advance / $40 day of the show21+*Tickets on sale July 31st at 10am PST** No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====The Breaks Roberts Walter Moore When three modern groove masters of modern funk and soul-jazz converge, sparks are bound to fly. The Breaks brings together guitarist Eddie Roberts (The New Mastersounds), drummer Stanton Moore (Galactic), and organist Robert Walter (The Greyboy Allstars)three musicians whose collective groove has shaped the sound of contemporary funk for over two decades.Rooted in the tradition of late-60s organ trios and hard-hitting boogaloo, The Breaks pushes the sound forward with deep-pocket rhythms, tight arrangements, and fearless improvisation. Eddie Roberts sharp, melodic guitar work dances effortlessly over Stanton Moores explosive New Orleans-infused drum grooves, while Robert Walters signature Hammond organ tones tie it all together with grit and soul.Between them, theyve logged countless tours, recorded landmark albums, and collaborated with a whos-who of the modern jam, funk, and jazz worlds. But in The Breaks, the chemistry feels spontaneousthree kindred spirits locking into a groove and letting it ride.From sweaty club sets to major festival stages, The Breaks deliver a sound thats both deeply rooted and constantly evolvinga raw, joyful celebration of rhythm and musical conversation.

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Oct
10

Damien Jurado

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Oct
11

Summer Beer Sails

πŸ“ Discretion Brewing
πŸ•’ 12:00 AM Β· See listing

Enjoy Discretion on a boat! For schedule of beer cruises & tickets, visit the links below. We'll see you out on the ocean… Chardonnay Sailing Charters Discretion sails on 5/27, 8/26, 9/16, 10/21 O'Neill Yacht Charters Discretion sails on 6/27, 7/30, 8/9, 9/19, 10/11

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Oct
11

AC Myles & Band: Stratocaster Masters

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 2:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents AC Myles & Band: Stratocaster Masters! Sunday, October 11, 2026Doors: 1pm / Show: 2pm$15 in advance / $20 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====AC MYLESAC Myles is an American blues-rock guitarist, vocalist, and recording artist known for his commanding live shows and road-tested sound. Originally from California, he built his career the traditional wayonstagetouring extensively throughout the U.S. and abroad, earning a reputation as a seasoned live performer.Myles has performed at major festivals and venues across North America and Europe, including Lucerne Blues Festival (Switzerland), Cognac Blues Passions (France), and stages like House of Blues and Davies Symphony Hall. He has also shared the stage with artists such as Buddy Guy, Zac Brown Band, and Elvin Bishop.His albumsReconsider Me (2014), Rush to Red (2015), With These Blues (2017), and Transitory (2021)have received worldwide airplay, showcasing a sound rooted in electric blues, southern rock, and soul, defined by expressive vocals and standout guitar work.

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Oct
12

Nekrogoblikon

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Oct
13

Lakeview

πŸ“ Felton Music Hall
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Purchase tickets here Show 8pm // 21+ ***This is a standing room general admissions show. There will be a limited number of chairs located in the back of the concert hall. Seating will be first come first served. Bar and food will be open at 5pm.

Oct
14

Moe's Alley Presents: Alborosie & Shengen Clan

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 8:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents the return of Alborosie & Shengen Clan!Wednesday, October 14, 2026Door: 7pm / Show: 8pm$30 in advance / $35 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====ALBOROSIEAlborosie is an international Italian-Jamaican reggae artist, producer and multi instrumentalist whose career has made him one of the most distinctive and respected voices in contemporary roots reggae. Born in Sicily and based in Kingston, Jamaica, he has built a unique musical identity by blending the depth of Jamaican tradition with a modern, global sound rooted in authenticity, consciousness and musical craftsmanship. After moving to Jamaica, Alborosie worked at the legendary Geejam Studios, where he refined his skills as a producer and musician alongside some of the islands most respected artists, engineers and producers. His deep connection with Jamaican culture and sound soon shaped a powerful solo career, marked by acclaimed albums and international anthems such as Kingston Town, Herbalist, Still Blazing and Rastafari Anthem. His discography also features collaborations with major reggae and international artists, including Buju Banton, Ky-Mani Marley, Kabaka Pyramid, Protoje, Collie Buddz, Jo Mersa Marley, Chronixx, Jah Cure, J Boog, The Abyssinians, and many more. Known for his commanding live performances with the Shengen Clan, Alborosie has toured extensively across Europe, the Americas, Africa and beyond, bringing reggaes message of resistance, unity and spiritual awareness to audiences worldwide. With a devoted global fanbase and an uncompromising artistic vision, he continues to stand as one of the leading ambassadors of reggae music today. His latest album, Nine Mile, confirms his deep connection to the roots of reggae while pushing his sound for

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Oct
16

3rd Rail

πŸ“ Cat Alley Street
πŸ•’ 6:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· FREE

Every first and third Fridays at Cat Alley Street, our beat conductors take you on a high-style ride showcasing underground street sounds- Brought to you by Subterrestrials Records. Doors and Bar open at 6pm, Music at 9pm. No Cover, 21+

Oct
16

Moe's Alley Presents: Young Dubliners

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents one of the worlds leading Celtic rock bands - Young Dubliners! Friday, October 16, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$25 in advance / $30 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event==== YOUNG DUBLINERSAfter thirty years as one of the worlds leading Celtic Rock bands, The Young Dubliners have begun work on their tenth studio album (with longtime producer Irish-born Tim Boland) while still maintaining their busy tour schedule. They have returned to the road post-pandemic stronger than ever and determined to bring their fusion of Celtic and rock music to as many people as they can. The band is Keith Roberts (vocals / guitar), Chas Waltz (Violin, keys, vocals), Justin Pecot (guitar, vocals), Dave Ingraham (drums) and Ethan Jones (bass guitar). With a batch of incredible new songs and an undeniable energy, the band is excited to bring their show to festivals, theaters and clubs around the world.

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Oct
17

Santa Cruz Mountains: Wine Passport Day

πŸ“ All of Santa Cruz County
πŸ•’ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Β· $90

The Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport is the ultimate way to explore the region’s award-winning wineries. This exclusive pass provides access to over 35+ participating wineries, each offering unique tasting experiences and unparalleled views of the surrounding mountains. With the Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport, you’ll be able to taste them all and discover the unique flavors and characteristics that make each winery so special. With your Passport in hand, you’ll be able to explore the stunning vineyards, enjoy a complimentary tasting flight at each winery, as well gain as access to exclusive events and promotions throughout the year. On Celebration Days Passport holders are welcomed into participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, each offering a unique winery experience from special flights and entertainment to food trucks and more – making them perfect days to explore the region. The Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport is available for purchase online or at any participating winery.

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Oct
17

Passort Celebration Day

πŸ“ Chaminade Resort & Spa
πŸ•’ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Β· $95

2026 Celebration Days: February 21, June 20 and October 17, 2026 The Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport is the ultimate way to explore the region’s award-winning wineries. This exclusive pass provides access to over 35 participating wineries, each offering unique tasting experiences and unparalleled views of the surrounding mountains. With the Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport, you’ll be able to taste a flight of wines at each stop and discover the unique flavors and characteristics that make each winery so special. With your Passport in hand, you’ll be able to explore the stunning vineyards, enjoy a complimentary tasting flight at each winery, and gain access to exclusive events and promotions throughout the year. On Celebration Days, passport holders are welcomed into participating wineries throughout the Santa Cruz Mountains, each offering a unique winery experience from special flights and entertainment to food trucks and more – making them perfect days to explore the region. The Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Passport is available for purchase online or at any participating winery. Participating Wineries: Alfaro Family Vineyards & Winery Bargetto Winery Beauregard Vineyards Big Basin Vineyards Burrell School Vineyards & Winery Cooper-Garrod Vineyards at Garrod Farms Devincenzi Cellars El Vaquero Winery Ferrari Ranch Wines Gali Vineyards House Family Vineyards Integrity Wines Inversion Wines Kings Mountain Vineyards at The Pastaria Kissed by an Angel Wines Lago Lomita Vineyards Martin Ranch Winery Muns Vineyard Naumann Vineyards Pelican Ranch Winery Portola Vineyards Regan Vineyards Winery Rexford Winery Rosscienda Vineyard Roudon-Smith Winery Saison Winery Sante Arcangeli Family Wines Silver Mountain Vineyards Storrs Winery Testarossa Winery Thomas Fogarty Winery Twelve Stones Winery Wargin Wines Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards & Winery Wrights Station Vineyard & Winery

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Oct
17

Moe's Alley Presents: B-Side Players

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents an evening with the B-Side Players!Saturday, October 17, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$25 in advance / $30 day of the show21+*All sales are final*Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com*Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event*Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====B-SIDE PLAYERSThe B-Side Players are a 9-piece band part of a new movement in popular music. A band that honors the international cross-pollination that has always made music the universal language. They use any beat that catches their ear, regardless of geography or genre, to create a compelling, horn driven, polyrhythmic groove. They continue exploring the multifaceted grooves of Latin America and the Caribbean, incorporating the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland, dropping bits of Cumbia, Salsa, gritty street Samba, Son Montuno, Jarocho and Boogalo into the mix.The B-Side Players have been laying down their own inimitable latin global funk since they came together in 1994. Their incendiary live shows have defined them as local favorites with 10 San Diego Music awards. Meanwhile their albums showcase a band with restless musical intelligence, effortlessly blending genres to fashion their own forward looking, latin flavored soul music. As an eight piece band the players are known for igniting crowds with their fierce rhythms and uplifting message of unity and consciousness. Meanwhile always keeping their focus on the political climate of the world and nation. The B-Side Players are a living and breathing cultural art experience for the mind body and soul.

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Oct
23

Moe's Alley Presents: Lyrics Born

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents the return of hip-hop legend Lyrics Born! Friday, October 23, 2026Doors: 8pm / Show: 9pm$25 in advance / $30 day of show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====LYRICS BORNLyrics Born relocated to the United States from his birthplace of Toyko, Japan right around the time Hip Hop was exploding on the East Coast. From the moment he heard Sugar Hill Gangs 1980 classic Rappers Delight, the Bay Area Hip Hop luminary knew hed found his calling. Twenty-five years later, LB has obliterated the stereotypes of what an MC is supposed to look like and captured the hearts of countless fans who gravitate to his distinctive voice. Hes now the only Asian-American MC to release 10 studios albums and the first to play major music festivals like Coachella and Lollapalooza. From his Quannum Recordings debut with Latyrx,1997s The Album, to 2003s seminal solo album Later That Day, hes consistently pushed the boundaries of his craft. His newest project, Quite A Life, is like the exclamation point on his milestone year. Ten albums is a lot for any artist, let alone an indie artist who colored outside the lines, so to speak, LB says. Im just appreciative there was always somehow a path for me, no matter how impossible it seemed either on paper or in practice. As the first Asian-American to release a greatest hits compilation, hes pumped out multiple smash singles across four official studio albums. From Stop Complaining to Callin Out and I Like It, I Love It and I Changed My Mind, his material has always retained a musically eclectic feel.

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Oct
24

Premier Cruz: A Mountain Cabernet Experience

πŸ“ Santa Cruz
πŸ•’ 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Β· $95

Join us for an exclusive Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet wine tasting salon featuring 15+ producers, light bites by Oak and Rye and a silent auction Nestled in the hills above Los Gatos at exclusive new venue Lexington Hills Estate, wineries will each pour a current release alongside a rare, older vintage, showcasing the ageability of Santa Cruz Mountain Cabernet and allowing guests to experience a side-by-side comparison. Premier Cruz isa vibrant, annual tasting that celebrates Cabernet Sauvignon produced in the Santa Cruz Mountains American Viticulture Area (AVA).It's an opportunity to meet an array of Cabernet producers while enjoying world-class wines, gourmet bites and a silent wine auction. Since the late 1800's the Santa Cruz Mountains has been recognized as a premium Cabernet-producing region, when local winegrowers began to win acclaim in national and international competitions. At the Judgment of Paris in 1976, a blind tasting proved that California wines could equal and even surpass the great French wines. One of the twelve wines chosen to represent California was Ridge Vineyards' Monte Bello Cabernet from the Santa Cruz Mountains. The tasting was repeated in 2006 with the same vintages and the Ridge Monte Bello was judged the top-rated wine. The Santa Cruz Mountains is a special place for growing Mountain Cabernet. The region offers an array of individual microclimates, hot days and cool nights, marine influences, high elevations, distinctive soils and fruit from 80 acres or less, all contribute to the distinct flavor profiles of a mountain Cabernet unlike those of Napa or Sonoma. Location: Lexington Hills Estate & Winery Los Gatos, CA - Google Maps Image Here *All ticket pricing is inclusive of food, wines and gratuities. All events are open to the public and reserved for guests 21 and over. This is a rain-or-shine event. Tickets are non-refundable. Wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains wine club members receive a 15% discount on up to 2 tickets - for more in

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Oct
24

Brookdale Lodge: Witches Ball

πŸ“ Brookdale Lodge
πŸ•’ 7:00 PM – 1:30 AM Β· $55.2

Enjoy a magical night of enchantment at the Brookdale Lodge. Get ready to dance under the moonlight, mingle with fellow witches, werewolves, vampires, zombies, and of course you never know when you might see Marilyn Monroe (it could happen), and enjoy mystical cocktails. Don’t forget to wear your most bewitching outfit for a chance to win the costume contest. The night will be filled with spellbinding surprises and wicked fun. Grab your broomstick and mark your calendar for this spooktacular event! This is a 21 and up event!

Oct
24

Moe's Alley Presents: Zepparella (Saturday Night Show)

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 9:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents world-class Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella for two special shows!Saturday, October 24, 2026Doors: 8pm // Show: 9pm$25 in advance // $30 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====ZEPPARELLAHow to honor the legacy of a band deemed sacred? To tread on holy ground is perilous, and must be done with the intent and spirit of a disciplePay attention to the intricacies of the magic, explore the far ends of the innovation, strive for ever-growing ability, and let the purity of the love for the music drive it all. Drummer Clementine is the founding member of ZEPPARELLA. From the beginning of her musical career, her goal has been to be onstage every night. The pursuit of that goal has led Clementine to constantly tour the US and Europe in projects as diverse as Bottom, AC/DShe, The House Of More, The Solid, Francis Bakin, Stars Turn Me On and Beaux CheveuxThe profound musical connection established with Gretchen Menn (guitar), Holly West (bass), and Anna Kristina (vocals) creates the bond required to do this great music justice. It was under the tutelage of classical guitarist Phillip DeFremery, a student of Andrs Segovia, that guitarist Gretchen Menn began her path on the instrument. Playing with tireless passion and constantly seeking out new challenges, her projects are often unconventional, genre-bending expressions combining elements of classical, rock, progressive, jazz, and metal.Bassist Holly West began her musical journey full-steam ahead, and more recently than her stellar playing belies. Her unstoppable will and drive have truly propelled her to this moment and her place in the powerhouse Zepparella. A self-taught bass player, she is also a blossoming vocalist with rich rock pipes. Her time on stage has been we

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Oct
25

Moe's Alley Presents: Zepparella (Sunday Matinee Show)

πŸ“ Moe's Alley
πŸ•’ 4:00 PM Β· See listing

Moes Alley presents world-class Led Zeppelin tribute band Zepparella for two special shows!Sunday, October 25, 2026Doors: 3pm // Show: 4pm$25 in advance // $30 day of the show21+* No Refunds | All sales are final* Avoid scammers! Only purchase tickets from moesalley.com or ticketweb.com* Tickets requested by email will be delivered 3 days prior to the event* Will Call tickets will be available at the door on the day of the event====ZEPPARELLAHow to honor the legacy of a band deemed sacred? To tread on holy ground is perilous, and must be done with the intent and spirit of a disciplePay attention to the intricacies of the magic, explore the far ends of the innovation, strive for ever-growing ability, and let the purity of the love for the music drive it all. Drummer Clementine is the founding member of ZEPPARELLA. From the beginning of her musical career, her goal has been to be onstage every night. The pursuit of that goal has led Clementine to constantly tour the US and Europe in projects as diverse as Bottom, AC/DShe, The House Of More, The Solid, Francis Bakin, Stars Turn Me On and Beaux CheveuxThe profound musical connection established with Gretchen Menn (guitar), Holly West (bass), and Anna Kristina (vocals) creates the bond required to do this great music justice. It was under the tutelage of classical guitarist Phillip DeFremery, a student of Andrs Segovia, that guitarist Gretchen Menn began her path on the instrument. Playing with tireless passion and constantly seeking out new challenges, her projects are often unconventional, genre-bending expressions combining elements of classical, rock, progressive, jazz, and metal.Bassist Holly West began her musical journey full-steam ahead, and more recently than her stellar playing belies. Her unstoppable will and drive have truly propelled her to this moment and her place in the powerhouse Zepparella. A self-taught bass player, she is also a blossoming vocalist with rich rock pipes. Her time on stage has been well

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