Aug
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7pm sign-ups · Weekly pinball competition for players of all skill levels.
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Fri, Sep 4, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Treehouse Dispensary First Friday
📍 Treehouse Dispensary · Soquel · FREE
Treehouse Dispensary hosts a monthly First Friday event on the first Friday of every month. These events feature live music, local artists, makers, and an art market with up to 20 different vendors, along with shop-wide discounts and community activities. The shop is open 8:00 AM to 9:45 PM daily. We're proud to offer everyday savings for our community: New Members: 10% off your first order Wisdom Discount (65+): 5% off Medical Patients: 10% off Students & Teachers: 20% off with valid ID Veterans: 20% off *Please note that discounts do not stack with other deals. Ask staff for exclusions.
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Coming up
Wed, Aug 26, 2026 · The Cruz Room
Pinball Night — 2026-08-26
7pm sign-ups · Weekly pinball competition for players of all skill levels.
Music
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
Coming up
Wed, Aug 26, 2026 · Motion Pacific at The Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center
Motion Pacific: Dance for PD
Dance for Parkinson’s at Motion Pacific is a class for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their caretakers. The class is based on the innovative and internationally renowned Dance for PD® program designed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group. Trained Dance for Parkinson’s teachers use prompts and multiple dance styles to inspire movement, creative expression, and community. Dancers may sit in a chair, use a barre, or stand. Dance for Parkinson’s at Motion Pacific is open and free to the public. Classes are appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s, no matter how advanced. Movement modifications will be made available and there is no dance experience required. Dance for Parkinson’s is offered every Wednesday from 1:00pm to 2:15pm, with the exception of the first Wednesday of the month, during which class is not held. Classes are offered in-person, in the Lobby at The 418 Project.
Music
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
Coming up
Wed, Aug 26, 2026 · The 418 Project
Motion Pacific- Beginning Hip Hop House
A weekly beginning hip hop house dance class. Participants will learn foundational movements, rhythms, and combinations in a structured, studio setting.
Music
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz
Coming up
Wed, Aug 26, 2026 · Bargetto Winery
Trivia
Join us every Wednesday from 6:30–8pm for a lively evening of brain-teasing fun, hosted by Michael Gaither ! Outside food welcome after 5:30pm — bring your favorite bites, sip on Bargetto wine, and enjoy an evening of laughter and friendly competition. ✨ Two trivia rounds — two chances to win prizes! --- This week’s themes are: local trivia and general trivia --- No cover, just great wine and great company! Soquel Tasting Room Wednesdays | Trivia 6:30–8pm
Comedy
📍 Soquel
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Wednesday, August 2646 events on today. No plans required, just go.
12:00 AM
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Summer Beer Sails
📍 Discretion Brewing
Food & Drink
1:00 AM
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ReView
📍 Mary Porter Sesnon Art Gallery
Education
7:00 AM
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Pinball Night — 2026-08-26
📍 The Cruz Room
Music
9:00 AM
$10
Pilates & Posture in the Pasture
📍 Beyond Liberty
Outdoors
9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
📍 Dynomite Farm
Community
10:00 AM
FREE
International Overdose Awareness Day
📍 Watsonville Community Hospital
Wellness
10:00 AM
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Mobile Health Clinic
📍 Santa Cruz Public Libraries
Community
10:00 AM
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GARDEN TOTEMS: HANDBUILDING (2/5)
📍 Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Outdoors
10:00 AM
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Baby Dance Jam
📍 The 418 Project
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8 upcoming events · Music · from 2026-08-26 · to 2026-08-26
Aug
26
Motion Pacific: Dance for PD
📍 Motion Pacific at The Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center
🕒 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM · FREE
Dance for Parkinson’s at Motion Pacific is a class for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their caretakers. The class is based on the innovative and internationally renowned Dance for PD® program designed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group. Trained Dance for Parkinson’s teachers use prompts and multiple dance styles to inspire movement, creative expression, and community. Dancers may sit in a chair, use a barre, or stand. Dance for Parkinson’s at Motion Pacific is open and free to the public. Classes are appropriate for anyone with Parkinson’s, no matter how advanced. Movement modifications will be made available and there is no dance experience required. Dance for Parkinson’s is offered every Wednesday from 1:00pm to 2:15pm, with the exception of the first Wednesday of the month, during which class is not held. Classes are offered in-person, in the Lobby at The 418 Project.
Aug
26
A weekly beginning hip hop house dance class. Participants will learn foundational movements, rhythms, and combinations in a structured, studio setting.
Aug
26
A music tribute night honoring Willie Ito with a cover set at The 418 Project, bringing a curated evening of performance to Santa Cruz.
Aug
26
Built to Spill :: Rio Theatre :: Santa Cruz 8/26
📍 Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
🕒 8:00 PM · $55.58
After 34 years, Built to Spill is one band that needs no introduction. Since 1992, this powerhouse of an act has had a rotating door of musicians that carried the band through a plethora of genres. While many would call them “indie rock,” it’s kind of a vague catch-all like “Americana.” Their audiences consist of hipsters and hippies, jam band aficionados and punks. Not to mention they were signed to major label Warner Brothers for two decades, which kind of deflates the whole “indie” part. Regardless, it’s amazing that this band has not only lasted the test of time but continues to keep old fans coming out while earning new ones every tour and album. -Mat Weir; Good Times Santa Cruz
Aug
26
A concert featuring Twisted Teens at The Crepe Place.
Aug
26
Pre-Saale Begins 4.29.26 - 10 am pst "GASLIGHT26" On Sale - 5.01.26 - 10 am pst
Aug
26
Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel at Felton Music Hall on August 26th & August 27th Tickets at: https://tixr.com/e/182052
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