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Santa Cruz Scene: What's happening in Santa Cruz County
From the waves to the redwoods, it's all happening here.
Santa Cruz Scene (santacruzscene.com) is a free daily calendar of in-person events across Santa Cruz County, California.
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Wed, Nov 11, 2026 · The Painted Cork
Art Lounge ~ Sip Local Beer & Wine and Make Art!
Welcome to the Art Lounge! Welcome to the Art Lounge, your creative haven for Arts, Crafts, and Drafts. Think of it like a restaurant, but…
Art & Culture
📍 Westside
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Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · Cowell Ranch Hay arn
Indigethanx
Welcome to Indigethanx, our annual alternative Thanksgiving gathering hosted by the American Indian Resource Center and the People of Color Sustainability Collective! We would love…
Education
📍 UCSC
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Music
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Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · The Cruz Room
The Shut-ins
7 - 9pm · The Shut-ins blend country, folk, and Hawaiian sounds with close harmonies and a playful sense of humor for their own brand…
Music
📍 Westside
☀️ Happening today
Monday, November 949 events on today. No plans required, just go. See the full day →
9:00 AM
TOGETHER26: A Queer Family Building Conference hosted by Hosted by PregnantTogether
Where: virtual conference
LGBTQ+
10:30 AM
Early Start Playgroup & Parent Support - In Person
Where: Del Mar Elementary School
Family
10:30 AM
Club de Escucha de Santa Cruz
Where: Capitola Branch Library
Community
10:30 AM
Infant/Toddler Storytime at Capitola
Where: Capitola Branch Library
Community
10:30 AM
Aptos Bridge Club
Where: Aptos Branch Library
Community
10:30 AM
Storytime and Stay & Play at Downtown
Where: Downtown Branch Library
Community
10:30 AM
$26.45
Roaring Camp Railroads: Redwood Forest Steam Train
Where: Roaring Camp Railroads
Cultural Event
10:30 AM
Mahjong Club @ Branciforte
Where: Branciforte Branch Library
Community
10:40 AM
ECE 290 Seminar: “Enhancing Spectrum Utilization Through Measurement Science”
Where: Engineering 2
Education
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Showing 30 of 62 upcoming events · Free · from 2026-11-14 · to 2026-11-15
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Olympia Watershed Volunteer Event 11/14/26
Where: Olympia Watershed
When: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Help remove invasive plants like French broom and learn about the San Lorenzo Valley Water District's Olympia Watershed property!
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Come ride the Levo family with Axell Hodges, Cody Kelley, Porsha Murdock, Elliot Jamieson, Mitch Ropelato, & Aylana Van Horn
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Classic cars and coffee every Saturday morning, in East Lake Village Shopping Center. It doesn't get much better. Come walk around the expansive parking lot…
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Nov
14
Biannual Sally Scholz Coastal Cleanup
Where: Moran Lake Beach
When: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · Price: FREE
On Saturday, November 14th, Clean Oceans International is hosting our Biannual Sally Scholz coastal cleanup. It is at Moran Lake Beach from 9AM-11AM. We encourage…
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Nov
14
Middle School VEX Robotics Workshop Santa Cruz -Hosted by InnovativeBots
Where: Santa Cruz
When: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Price: FREE
Get ready to build and battle some cool robots! InnovativeBots is the SC chapter of India Community Center (a 501(c) non-profit)
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Nov
14
Thrill the World Classes
Where: London Nelson Community Center
When: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Join Thrill the World Santa Cruz for free community dance classes and spooky Halloween performances! Learn Michael Jackson’s iconic “Thriller” choreography, no dance experience required…
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Nov
14
Over 50 craft vendors will offer unique jewelry, art, bags, pottery, candles, garden art, specialty foods, soaps, clothing, books and more. Friends of the Library…
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Nov
14
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park: Sandhills Tour
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Campground
When: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Get ready to hike around an ancient seafloor! On this 1.5 mile hike through the Sandhills, which will last approximately 2 hours, participants can meander…
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Nov
14
Sandhills Guided Hike at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
When: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Hike around an ancient seafloor?! Yes please! On this 1.5-mile hike through the rare and unique Santa Cruz Sandhills, we'll meander through sandy soils on…
Sat
Nov
14
Ten Annieglass tables, styled by members of our community for the causes they love. Walk the tables, vote for your favorite with a purchased raffle…
Sat
Nov
14
Elkhorn Slough: Free Tour of the Preserve
Where: Elkhorn Slough Reserve
When: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Docent-led tours of the Elkhorn Slough Reserve are every Saturday AND Sunday, at 10 am and 11 am. Tours are on a first-come, first-serve basis…
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Nov
14
Meet the Young Female Innovators of the Invention Convention
Where: Aptos Branch Library
When: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Price: FREE
Discover how local students turn everyday problems into inventions! Join the California Invention Convention to explore creativity, STEM skills, patents, and real-world problem-solving.
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Nov
14
Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Nature Walk
Where: Wilder Ranch State Park
When: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM · Price: FREE
On this 2.5-mile, 2-hour family-friendly walk, you will explore the plants, animals, and geology of the Santa Cruz County coastal bluffs. Bring water, a hat…
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Nov
14
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FREE Appraisal Clinic, Discover What it's Worth FREE!
Where: Clark's Auction Company
When: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Price: FREE
FREE Appraisal Clic, Saturday, November 14th, 11 AM, 2 PM Have something interesting? Bring your finds to Clark’s Auction Company and find out what they’re…
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Nov
14
Natural Bridges SB: Monarch Butterfly Self Guided Tours
Where: Natural Bridges State Beach
When: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
Monarch migration is variable and population numbers and dates are different each year. The monarchs typically begin arriving in mid-October and leave by mid-February. At…
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14
FREE Community CPR & AED training covering adult, child, and infant. Taught by EMTs & Paramedics. Sponsored by Scotts Valley Sportsmen Club.
Sat
Nov
14
UCSC: Victor “Marka27” Exhibition
Where: UCSC Institute of the Arts and Sciences
When: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
“Ni de aquí, ni de allá” (“neither from here, nor there”), is a phrase commonly used by bilingual, bicultural communities. In the exhibition the phrase…
Sat
Nov
14
Carlos Motta: When Time Stands Still
Where: UCSC Institute of the Arts and Sciences
When: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
Carlos Motta’s When Time Stands Still, the artist’s second solo show with the IAS, features new and recent installations, videos, and sculptures highlighting the artist’s…
Sat
Nov
14
Aesthetic Breach: Past and Present Struggles for Justice in North African Comics
Where: Eloise Pickard Smith Gallery
When: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
This exhibition brings together comics and graphic narratives from Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, introducing a broad range of contemporary artists while centering the works…
Sat
Nov
14
Henry Cowell Redwoods SP: Redwood Grove Guided Walk
Where: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
When: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM · Price: FREE
Experience an old-growth redwood forest filled with ancient trees over 200 ft. tall, and connect one on one with park staff. On this 1-mile stroll…
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Nov
14
Cubberley Artist Open Studios Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026 Time: 1-5 p.m. Location: Cubberley Community Center, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, E, F, and U…
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14
LGBTQ+ Gamers Group Date: Saturday, November 14 Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center Ages: 18+ For gamers of all types, to socialize…
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Nov
14
Deepening Into Sovereignty: Breath, Sound and Movement
Where: Scotts Valley (location emailed on registration)
When: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM · Price: FREE
At this time, our society has become so fractured that it's hard to stay connected with ourselves. This afternoon is for coming back to honor…
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Nov
14
Local organizations and agencies will have informational displays on protecting and preserving our natural resources. Guest speacker Assemblymember Gail Pellerin will present updates on CA…
Sat
Nov
14
Wilder Ranch: Historic Grounds Tours
Where: Wilder Ranch State Park
When: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM · Price: FREE
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, horse barn, uniquely…
Sat
Nov
14
Nourishing Generations Benefit Event
Where: Santa Cruz Clay/The Painted Cork
When: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
Benefit event for local nonprofit, Nourishing Generations. A holiday market featuring handmade ceramic bowls by Santa Cruz Clay - buy a bowl and get it…
Sat
Nov
14
Sing Your Gratitude - with Kid Beyond
Where: Aptos Beloved Community
When: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM · Price: FREE
An afternoon of heart-opening singing, with songleader / Buddhist teacher Kid Beyond. Outdoors in nature. All voices welcome!
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Nov
14
Cabrillo Gallery is looking forward to once again presenting our extremely popular annual exhibition, 12 x 12 (x 12): An Open Invitational. The exhibition is…
Sat
Nov
14
2026 Harvest Party
Where: 328 Ingalls Street, #unit g, Santa Cruz, CA
When: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Price: FREE
After another successful harvest this year, we'd like to commemorate the 2026 vintage with all of you, Beaujolais Nouveau style.
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