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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.
Tuesday, July 21 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm Join us for a bird talk and guided walk in La Selva Beach to spot local birds and enjoy nature together!
Join us 4th Wednesdays, 6-8pm at SubRosa for The Art of Building a Future - a café for discussion and practice for creating the future we want to live in, now! Hosted by @rojavasc1 Bring your thoughts and experience and enjoy some light refreshments. Will be held in the courtyard weather permitting. COVID precautions encouraged. 6pm - 8pm // totally free! // all-ages // dry space // safe(r) space // anti-capitalist space // respect the space and each other! SubRosa is at 703 Pacific Avenue in downtown Santa Cruz, CA Also part of the @freeskoolsantacruz 2026 session - more info about other class in bio at @freeskoolsantacruz and @subrosa_space —@@@@@— SubRosa is a collectively run anarchist community space - a place to meet people, share resources and ideas, challenge our assumptions and act on our passions. Let’s create together the world(s) we want to live in now. @subrosa_space And SubRosa is part of the Hub Community Center at 703 Pacific Ave in downtown Santa Cruz - a constellation
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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.
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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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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.
Playing some of the games at our Downtown shop! Big screen, good drinks, and a room full of people yelling at the same TV. This is what third spaces are for. Come watch the matches at 11th Hour by Day and After Hours at night!
Pono is your island oasis for the summer’s biggest matches! Catch every goal on our big screens with friends and family while enjoying our extensive tap list, full bar, and tropical flavors. Follow Pono for match-day food and drink specials!
The Salty Otter Sports Grill is a family-friendly sports grill located in Downtown Santa Cruz and will be playing every FIFA World Cup Soccer match! Bring the whole family to watch a game and play a game. Play billiards, pinball, arcade games, and board games while selecting from 30 drafts on tap, including local brews, staples, and local ciders. Mocktail/Cocktail menu. Dark n’ Stormy Burger. Soft Pretzel Tower. Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich. Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free options. There’s something for everyone at The Salty Otter!
The FIFA World Cup is LIVE! Don’t miss a moment of soccer and enjoy all the variety of cuisines at Abbott Square!
Watch every match, every day except Mondays (we are closed) on our 13 large screen TVs and 130″ TV wall with two full bars and plenty of room for fans. Specials: “The Hat Trick Stack”, a burger, fries & a beer $22. “No 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!
THE WORLD CUP IS HERE! 🌎⚽ Looking for the ultimate place to watch the 2026 World Cup? Join us at Britannia Arms of Capitola! 🏆 Open 7 days a week 📺 Showing ALL LIVE World Cup matches 🍔 Full food menu available during every match 🍺 Ice-cold drinks served throughout the tournament 👕 USA & England Jersey Giveaways during USA and England first-round matches We’ve transformed the pub with World Cup decorations and photo opportunities so you can capture the excitement with friends and fellow fans! Watch every match surrounded by passionate soccer supporters in a lively, energetic atmosphere. Whether you’re cheering for the USA, England, Mexico, or your favorite national team, this is where soccer fans come together. For over 40 years, Britannia Arms has been part of the World Cup tradition. We know what soccer fans expect and we’re ready to deliver an unforgettable match-day experience with great food, great drinks, and great company. ⚽ Bring your friends, wear your colors, and be part of the excitement at Britannia Arms of Capitola!
Ver todos los partidos de fútbol en espanol! Enjoy authentic Mexican food, housemade micheladas, and catch all the matches and commentary, en espanol!
Pono is your island-style fan zone! Catch the tournament live on our big screens with the best community vibes in Santa Cruz. Grab a plate lunch and cheer on your team with a massive selection of draft beers and a full bar. Follow Pono for match-day food and drink specials!
When the game is on the line, there are things you simply can’t let slip by… like a bottle of Chavela Michelada Mix! Come enjoy and watch all the matches at Taqueria Mi Terra!
The world’s biggest soccer tournament comes to Santa Cruz – and Upper Crust Pizza & Pasta is the place to watch it! We’re screening every match live, all tournament long. Whether it’s an early morning kickoff or a prime-time showdown, come pull up a seat, dig into fresh-made pizza and pasta, and soak in the energy with fellow fans. Put on your jersey, bring your people, and let’s make Upper Crust Santa Cruz’s home base for the World Cup.
Feel the excitement of the World Cup all in one place at Brady’s Yacht Club. Watch every match live, experience every goal, and celebrate every unforgettable moment with fans who share your passion for the beautiful game. From the first kickoff to the championship finale, we’re bringing the world’s biggest tournament to life with an atmosphere full of energy, competition, and community.
Step into the heart of the World Cup experience. Watch every match live as the world’s top teams compete for soccer’s biggest prize at the Rush Inn. Enjoy the excitement of every kickoff, the intensity of every rivalry, and the unforgettable moments that bring fans from around the globe together. Whether you’re a lifelong supporter or simply love the game, this is where the World Cup comes alive.
Name: Chop It Like It’s Hot: Queer Clothing Swap and Gender-Affirming Haircuts! Date: Sunday, July 19 Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: All ages RSVP: tinyurl.com/tdcchopitlikeitshot Event Description: Come one, come all! Let’s change it up this summer! Try a new hairstyle, swap some clothes, and connect with the community. Work with licensed hair stylists from Nine Lives Salon, bring some clothes to share, and leave feeling like a new you 💅 Let’s slayyyy for summer! Tips are encouraged for stylists for donating their time. Brought to you in collaboration between The Diversity Center, Lionel Cantú Queer Resource Center, and Motion Pacific. RSVP required for a haircut. We will do our best to accommodate your haircut request, but slots are limited.
Sunday, July 19 2026 1:00pm - 3:00pm Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
Cabrillo Stage is a musical theatre company dedicated to presenting high-caliber, large-scale musical productions to the area. They are committed to the creation of musicals with Broadway-level production values. In this way, they foster educational opportunities while giving audiences the highest-quality family entertainment. They aim to be a destination point for the best of live theatre. Sister Act hits the stage with the force of a disco ball struck by divine inspiration. Deloris, a bold and big-hearted nightclub singer, lands in a convent for her own protection and winds up transforming a tuneless choir into a soulful powerhouse. Her energy shakes the dust off every pew as she teaches the nuns to sing with joy, courage, and a little sparkling attitude. By the finale, the once-quiet convent is radiating harmony, friendship, and unstoppable fun. Sister Act delivers a burst of laughter, heart, and high-energy music that leaves the audience glowing long after the curtain falls. Click “More Event Dates” in orange above to see other showtimes, or follow the link in the orange button above to purchase tickets. Locals Love: Stunning, creative sets, talented live orchestras, and passionate performances, often at reasonable prices. First Timers Miss: The theater’s architecture beautifully complements the overall experience, designed for optimal viewing. Insights: Santa Cruz METRO bus lines 1, 2, 55, and 73 all service Cabrillo College, providing access to the campus and the Crocker Theater. If taking a car, parking in Lot L is free.
Sunday, July 19 2026 3:00pm - 7:00pm Led by the Center for Farmworker Families, this tour offers a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between the farmworker community and those who benefit from their labor every day.
Sunday, July 19 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm Join us in the Teen Room for Manga-themed book sharing, crafts, activities and yummy snacks!
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,
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