From the waves to the redwoods, it's all happening here.

Welcoming local musicians to showcase their original music at our Monterey Tasting Room open mic event on Friday, August 21st from 4:30-7:00. In the area? Drop in, enjoy a glass of wine and local music! Local and industry discounts all day! No cover charge. For more info please call: (831) 373-4053 or email: [email protected] #LiveMusicMonterey #BargettoWinery #MontereyEvents #CanneryRowVibes #WineAndMusic #BargettoMonterey

The Seaview Social! Mimosas, bites & live steel drums while touring a stunning 4,044 SF coastal home just steps from Rio Del Mar

Unwind at the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park with an old-fashioned campfire event this summer! From 5:30-8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, visitors can enjoy a campfire at the state historic park, listen to live music and make fresh tortillas on the comal! Visitors are also welcome to bring their own food for an evening picnic and listen to the musical guest. The event is free and the state park is located at 144 School St Santa Cruz CA 95060.

Friday, 5:30 PM - Performing with "WOODMILL"

WoodMill performs live at Discretion Brewing. Acoustic duo.

Enjoy live music from location musicians every Friday and Saturday. Venue is 21+ with wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options.

Get ready to roll dice, laugh lots, and enjoy snacks at the Bunko Band in-person game night!

Rebecca Coupe Franks / Trumpet Nancy Heth / Vocals and Piano

An outdoor music event held in the plaza, offering a chance to enjoy live performance in downtown Watsonville.

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+

7 - 8pm · clouds A rumpus in lo-fi: clouds, is a father/son duo of sincere noisemakers; purveyors of audio honesty; creators of folk-punk originals. (family friendly event)

When you’re voted the Best Band by the Northern California Bluegrass Society, multiple times, that’s something to crow about. Santa Cruz’ Bean Creek is at the front of the pack leading the California traditional vibe into the 21st Century. They often find underrepresented songs and bring them to life with tight pickin’, furious rhythm guitar, plucking banjo and soaring harmonies. Billy Pitrone, Sarah Eblen, Rob Horgan and Henry & Ella Warde bring craftsmanship and love to their selections. The Ugly Mug is crushing the creative bookings, allowing fans and bands to share musical intimacy. Leave your moonshine at home. -DNA; Good Times Santa Cruz

Bean creek bluegrass (fc)

Pianist Frankie Moreno leads a skilled trio featuring family: bassist and brother Tony Moreno plus Frankie’s son Giovanni on drums. Named Headliner of the Year in Las Vegas six years running, Moreno has found success in the era of streams and downloads, with more than 100 number-ones on the iTunes chart. The Santa Cruz native was honored earlier this year with May 29 proclaimed as Frankie Moreno Day in his hometown. Returning home amid a national tour, Moreno is making this date an album release party for the Trio’s latest, One Shot of Whiskey. -Bill Kopp; Good Times Santa Cruz

Rushadicus the Infamous Cello Goblín is a post-medieval metal jester of otherdimensional glee who prefers precarious perches to dazzle and delight. With mystical language of Sneth and textural noise-based birdstudied kazoo, it causes a romping nonsense catharsis party of weird wiggly wizardry: a "bejickment" for the brave, the curious, and the wild of mynde... All ages. Tickets available at door day of show.

8 - 10pm · Lazer Wolf on piano and drums, Rawley Fingers on baritone sax, and you never know who else might show up. Special guests are always a possibility at The Cruz Room!

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.

Rock, funk, soul, R&B

Bunko Get Your Tickets Here!! Bunko is a genre-defying rock band from the South Bay that has built a reputation for unforgettable live performances throughout San Jose, Santa Cruz, and the greater Bay Area. Equal parts theatrical, intelligent, and completely unpredictable, Bunko blends elements of alternative rock, progressive music, punk, new wave, and experimental art into a show that's as entertaining as it is musically accomplished. Described as "the band you can't unhear," Bunko delivers a high-energy performance filled with intricate musicianship, sharp songwriting, and a healthy dose of absurdity. Their live shows balance humor with technical precision, creating an experience that feels somewhere between a rock concert, performance art, and a science-fiction fever dream. ( Metro SV ) Over the years, Bunko has become a familiar name on stages throughout San Jose, Santa Cruz, and surrounding Northern California venues, earning a loyal following of fans who appreciate original music that refuses to fit neatly into a single genre. Whether performing in intimate clubs or larger live music venues, the band's energy, originality, and stage presence consistently leave a lasting impression. ( Metro SV ) For audiences looking for something beyond the ordinary, Bunko offers a show that's creative, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore.

Moes Alley presents Colemine Records recording artists The Charities with special guest Mae Powell! Friday, August 21, 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 CHARITIESThe Charities are a West Coast band that blends soul, funk, and jazz. With a tight rhythm section, smooth melodies, and crisp background vocals, their music captures diverse influences while staying grounded in a modern style. The bands sound reflects the energy of Southern California, offering a dynamic, straight-ahead approach to music that emphasizes authenticity.Their latest release, Fatal Attraction (out on Colemine Records), is a piercing take on loves dangers. Written from a dream by frontman Brock Van Pelt and brought to life by Anthony Masino at Penrose Records, it channels the nostalgic charm of the oldies while pushing classic soul into new territory. Its a song that feels like a lost relic, one you swear youve heard before but could never quite place.MAE POWELLMae Powell is a San Francisco based singer songwriter with a rainbow tinged timeless sound. She released her sophomore album Making Room For the Light on this year on Colemine Records. Its an indie folk record that grapples with love, friendship, and loss, with deeply personal yet universal lyrics. You can find Mae singing jazz, spinning vinyl, or playing her original music with her band made up of her very best friends.