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Sat, Aug 8, 2026 ยท 4:00 PM

Phamily Time!

๐Ÿ“ Woodhouse Blending & Brewing ยท Downtown Santa Cruz ยท See listing

Phamily Time, presented by Phreeborn is back with a summer edition you wonโ€™t want to miss. There will be something for everyone, so bring the whole phamily! Get tickets for the whole day celebration here: TICKETS

Music Festivals ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz Details โ†’
Music
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Sat, Jul 25, 2026 ยท Westside Locations

Chamber Choir Now Auditioning

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.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Westside
Promotional image for Movie Night Under the Stars: Screening โ€œSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verseโ€ โ˜… Featured
Tue, Jul 28, 2026 ยท Stevenson College

Movie Night Under the Stars: Screening โ€œSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verseโ€

The DSAS Center for Leadership and Involvement and Summer Edge invite you to join us for our Movie Night Under the Stars event screening โ€œSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verseโ€: Date: Tuesday, July 28th Screening Time: Event entry begins at 7:30 p.m. | Movie starts at 8:00 p.m. Location: Stevenson College Knoll *Bring your own blanket! Limited chairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis.* Free movie snacks will be available! For any questions or accommodations, please email [email protected] . You Belong Here: The programs and services described here are open to all, consistent with state and federal law, as well as the University of Californiaโ€™s nondiscrimination policies. Every initiativeโ€”whether a student service, faculty program, or community eventโ€”is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and respectful of all identities. To learn more, please visit UC Nondiscrimination Statement or Nondiscrimination Policy for UC Publications .

Education ๐Ÿ“ UCSC
Promotional image for Free Beach BBQ Parties and Concerts โ˜… Featured
Thu, Jul 30, 2026 ยท Santa Cruz Harbor Beach

Free Beach BBQ Parties and Concerts

Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy a family-friendly party on the beach at no charge! There will be local bands and DJs performing on the outdoor stage, providing music for dancing and socializing. There will be BBQ food and drinks for purchase all in a beachside setting providing stunning views of the ocean and Walton Lighthouse. Parking is limited in the area, so consider enjoying a free water taxi ride from other parking areas! 2026 Lineup: May 21, 2026: Sambada May 28, 2026: Space Heater June 4, 2026: James Durbin & The Lost Boys June 11, 2026: Ancestree June 18, 2026: Jive Machine June 25, 2026: Cake by the Ocean July 2, 2026: Ripatti Rose Band July 9, 2026: Extra Large July 16, 2026: Fishhook July 23, 2026: Harry & The Hitmen July 30, 2026: Matt Masih & The Messengers August 6, 2026: The Houserockers August 13, 2026: The Joint Chiefs August 20, 2026: La Familia August 27, 2026: Alex Lucero Band September 3, 2026: Sambada

Food & Drink ๐Ÿ“ Seabright & Harbor
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Sat, Jul 25, 2026 ยท Santa Cruz Zen Center

Zen Buddhist Meditation

Zen Meditation. Open to all. Free of charge.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

โ˜€๏ธ Happening today

Saturday, July 25

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

12:00 AM
$7
SC Beach Boardwalk: National Carousel Day
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Family
8:00 AM
FREE
Cabrillo Farmers Market
๐Ÿ“ Cabrillo College
Markets
8:00 AM
FREE
Scotts Valley Farmers' Market
๐Ÿ“ Joe and Linda Aliberti Boys and Girls Club
Markets
8:00 AM
FREE
Rally in the Pajaro Valley
๐Ÿ“ Franich Park
Outdoors
8:30 AM
FREE
Zen Buddhist Meditation
๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Zen Center
Music
8:39 AM
FREE
Chamber Choir Now Auditioning
๐Ÿ“ Westside Locations
Music
9:00 AM
FREE
UC Santa Cruz Farm U-Pick
๐Ÿ“ UC Santa Cruz
Food & Drink
9:00 AM
$895
Summer Production (3-weeks): Moana Jr
๐Ÿ“ All About Theatre
Art & Culture
9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
๐Ÿ“ Dynomite Farm
Community

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30 upcoming events ยท Wellness ยท from 2026-07-25 ยท to 2026-08-01

Jul
25

Microgreens Plant a Seed with UCSC Master Gardeners

๐Ÿ“ Capitola
๐Ÿ•’ 10:30 AM ยท See listing

Join UCSC Master Gardeners for a workshop focused on planting your own edible bounty! Despite their small size, microgreens pack a nutritional punch and are a great addition to any diet. Join Master Gardener volunteers as we demonstrate a step-by-step process for growing your own microgreens. Registration required. https://santacruzpl.libnet.info/event/16324653

Wellness Education ๐Ÿ“ Capitola Details โ†’
Jul
25

Spa Day Passes

๐Ÿ“ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 AM ยท $54

A notable new offering for the property, La Bahia has introduced Spa Day Passes, now available via ResortPass (based on availability), granting both travelers and locals access to enjoy the propertyโ€™s serene spa amenities for a restorative escape by the sea.

Jul
26

Drop-in Meditation

๐Ÿ“ Land of Medicine Buddha โ€“ In the Gompa
๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 AM โ€“ 10:00 AM ยท See listing

Join us for Sunday drop-in Meditations 9-10 am weekly. In person onlyโ€“ in the Gompa at Land of Medicine Buddha with Venerable Yangchen! Venerable Yangchen's guided meditations bring together a refreshing and precious combination of simplicity, depth, and accessibility. These weekly, hour-long sessions are of great relevance and value to long-term Buddhist practitioners as well as to complete newcomers to meditation. The practice begins with brief instruction, 10 minutes of silent meditation, followed by guided analytical meditation and discussion based on the theme of the week.

Community Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Jul
26

Spa Day Passes

๐Ÿ“ La Bahia Hotel & Spa
๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 AM ยท $54

A notable new offering for the property, La Bahia has introduced Spa Day Passes, now available via ResortPass (based on availability), granting both travelers and locals access to enjoy the propertyโ€™s serene spa amenities for a restorative escape by the sea.

Jul
27

Latte's and Learn

๐Ÿ“ California Coffee
๐Ÿ•’ 12:00 PM โ€“ 1:00 PM ยท FREE

Join us Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM at California Coffee for an informative and uplifting workshop you won't want tfor suo miss! Our featured guest speaker, Manas S. Kshirsagar, AD, MS a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Doctor with years of experience in holistic wellness and healing, will be presenting "Tools for Stress and Anxiety". With today's fast-paced world and the stress levels many of us are unduring, this workshop will offer valuable insight, practical tools and wellness strategies to help bring more balance, peace and calm into our daily lives. Lunch Special Available: Half Sandwich + Chips just $9.99 California Coffee, 9105 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 cacoffeeaptos.com Thank you from myself Sylvia Reyes, and my amazing team for supporting our small business and community events!

Education Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Jul
27

Queer & Trans Yoga Hosted by Sapphire Yoga Collective @ TDC

๐Ÿ“ The Diversity Center of Santa Cruz County, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA
๐Ÿ•’ 6:00 PM โ€“ 7:15 PM ยท FREE

Queer & Trans Yoga by Sapphire Yoga Collective Weekly Yoga Class @ TDC Mondays from 6:00 PM -7:15 PM This is a trauma-sensitive, all-levels, all-bodies/abilities class taught by a rotating queer-identifying yoga teacher each week. We highlight self nurturance through yoga asana and meditation, a somatic and mindfulness healing practice that resources us for our own resilience as well as community care. No prior yoga experience necessary. Ultimately, this is a brave space for LGBTQIA++ identifying folks to gather and take deep care. Please bring your our yoga mat and water bottle. Cost: $10-20 suggested donation. No one turned away for lack of funds! @sapphireyogacollective and @yogaforallmovement Questions? Contact Tara Maxon, Well-being Coordinator email: tara.maxon @diversitycenter.org

Jul
28

B12 Shot Clinic

๐Ÿ“ OneSource Compounding Pharmacy
๐Ÿ•’ 4:00 PM โ€“ 6:00 PM ยท See listing

Step into a realm of revitalization at our pharmacy, where we proudly introduce our exclusive hydration injection services. Designed to replenish your bodyโ€™s essential fluids and nutrients swiftly and effectively, our hydration injections offer a rejuvenating experience that goes beyond traditional methods. Our skilled and caring professionals utilize cutting-edge techniques to administer a customized blend of hydration, vitamins, and minerals directly into your system, ensuring a rapid and targeted response. Whether youโ€™re seeking a post-workout boost, recovering from illness, or simply aiming to enhance your overall well-being, our hydration injections provide a quick and convenient solution. Experience the transformative power of hydration at our pharmacy, where health and vitality converge for a renewed and invigorated you.

Jul
28

Regression (including past-life)

๐Ÿ“ Aptos Branch Library
๐Ÿ•’ 5:30 PM โ€“ 7:00 PM ยท FREE

Get the feeling youโ€™ve been here before? Thatโ€™s not just dรฉjร  vu, thatโ€™s past-life memories trying to surface so you can heal and get closure on forgotten events. This workshop will train you how to initiate your own past-life regression and discover who you are through who youโ€™ve been. Learn about loved ones, friends, enemies and frenemies to resolve tensions, deepen spiritual bonds and fulfill a purpose. We will experience auto-hypnotherapy with post hypnotic suggestions for your own self-hypnosis regression work. Learn how Tarot and other modalities are used to enhance regression work. Everyone you are close to is someone you have a past with beyond and before this lifetime. You are the sum total of every event, thought and feeling of multiple lifetimes.

Jul
28

Rainbow Sangha at Insight Meditation Center (Outside Community Event)

๐Ÿ“ Insight Santa Cruz, 740 Front Street (2nd floor of the Galleria building)
๐Ÿ•’ 7:00 PM โ€“ 8:30 PM ยท See listing

Rainbow Sangha Sit, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, 7:00 - 8:30 pm. The Rainbow Sangha group offers a safer space for individuals who identify as queer, non-binary, transgender, lesbian, bisexual, trans*, gay, intersex, questioning, and others who identify outside of cisgender, heterosexual mainstream culture. Please see more information on the Rainbow Sangha page at Insight Santa Cruz . .

Jul
29

Pilates & Posture in the Pasture

๐Ÿ“ Beyond Liberty
๐Ÿ•’ 9:00 AM โ€“ 10:00 AM ยท $10

Horses are deeply attuned to nonverbal cues; our posture, breath, and inner state shape how they respond. When weโ€™re centered, they notice. This gentle, horse aligned class explores the power of postureโ€”and how we show up . Through foundational Pilates-based movement, youโ€™ll deepen postural alignment, improve stability, and cultivate a calm, grounded presence.No experience needed.$10/class Free with membership: https://beyondliberty.org/groupwellnessmembership

Jul
29

Mobile Health Clinic

๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz Public Libraries
๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 AM ยท See listing

Wednesday, July 29 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm Dignity Mobile Wellness Clinic and Santa Cruz Public Libraries are partnering to offer services that support the health of patrons with weekly Wednesday visits to the Scotts Valley branch library.

Community Wellness Details โ†’
Jul
29

Latte's and Learn

๐Ÿ“ California Coffee
๐Ÿ•’ 12:00 PM โ€“ 1:00 PM ยท FREE

Join us Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM at California Coffee for an informative and uplifting workshop you won't want tfor suo miss! Our featured guest speaker, Manas S. Kshirsagar, AD, MS a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Doctor with years of experience in holistic wellness and healing, will be presenting "Tools for Stress and Anxiety". With today's fast-paced world and the stress levels many of us are unduring, this workshop will offer valuable insight, practical tools and wellness strategies to help bring more balance, peace and calm into our daily lives. Lunch Special Available: Half Sandwich + Chips just $9.99 California Coffee, 9105 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 cacoffeeaptos.com Thank you from myself Sylvia Reyes, and my amazing team for supporting our small business and community events!

Education Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Jul
29

BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hour

๐Ÿ“ Soulcare Studios
๐Ÿ•’ 4:30 PM โ€“ 6:00 PM ยท $25

Take a midweek pause and recharge your energy โœจ Join us for BioCharger & Vibrational Sound Table Healing Happy Hourโ€”a unique experience designed to support relaxation, recovery, and energetic balance. This drop-in session allows you to unwind, reset your nervous system, and leave feeling refreshed and aligned. ๐Ÿ•’ Wednesdays | 4:30โ€“6:00 PM ๐Ÿ’ฒ $25 per session โš ๏ธ Limited to 15 spotsโ€”reserve early

Jul
30

Guided Mindfulness for Queers and Friends Hosted by TDC @ TDC

๐Ÿ“ 1117 Soquel Ave.
๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM ยท FREE

Well-being offering: Guided Mindfulness Group Date: Weekly on Thursdays Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: The Diversity Center 1117 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz Ages: Adults and teens welcome Cost: FREE Program description: Give your brain a break, and reconnect with the present moment, using guided breathing and mindfulness techniques. All LGBTQ+ people and allies are welcome. If you have questions about this well-being offering, please contact Tara Maxon, Wellbeing Coordinator, at: [email protected] View our Community Agreements for Diversity Center groups.

Jul
30

Latte's and Learn

๐Ÿ“ California Coffee
๐Ÿ•’ 12:00 PM โ€“ 1:00 PM ยท FREE

Join us Wednesday, May 21st from 12:00 PM- 1:00 PM at California Coffee for an informative and uplifting workshop you won't want tfor suo miss! Our featured guest speaker, Manas S. Kshirsagar, AD, MS a NAMA Board Certified Ayurvedic Doctor with years of experience in holistic wellness and healing, will be presenting "Tools for Stress and Anxiety". With today's fast-paced world and the stress levels many of us are unduring, this workshop will offer valuable insight, practical tools and wellness strategies to help bring more balance, peace and calm into our daily lives. Lunch Special Available: Half Sandwich + Chips just $9.99 California Coffee, 9105 Soquel Dr., Aptos, CA 95003 cacoffeeaptos.com Thank you from myself Sylvia Reyes, and my amazing team for supporting our small business and community events!

Education Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Soquel Details โ†’
Jul
31

Sacred Return Retreat: A Psilocybin Ceremony Retreat

๐Ÿ“ Sacred Owl Land
๐Ÿ•’ 4:00 PM โ€“ 11:00 PM ยท $800

Sacred Return Retreat offers a trauma-informed container for ceremony, breathwork, yoga, sound healing, and deep inner work. Facilitated in collaboration with Dr. Leta Jussila and Dallas McKenzie at Sacred Owl Land, this immersive retreat supports healing, transformation, and personal growth through intentional preparation, ceremony, and integration.

Wellness Cannabis Details โ†’
Jul
31

Pole Fitness 101/Functional Movement + Fundamentals + Dance

๐Ÿ“ Ohana Studios Santa Cruz
๐Ÿ•’ 6:00 PM โ€“ 7:15 PM ยท $20

Pole Fitness 101 is more than just aerial training. Get movement training youโ€™ll use for life! โœ…Pole technique with dance & fitness modules โœ…Functional conditioning โœ…Mobility & flexibility training โœ…High level Xpert Xpole certified (L1-L4) โœ…FRC certified Mobility Specialist (FRCms) Drop in on one class or attend the fully programmed module for 7 weeks! Fridays 6 pm. www.ohanastudiosantacruz.com

Art & Culture Wellness ๐Ÿ“ Midtown Details โ†’
Aug
1

Strawberry Jam 1K and 5K Fun Run and Walk

๐Ÿ“ Landmark Elementary School
๐Ÿ•’ 7:45 AM โ€“ 10:00 AM ยท See listing

The 5th annual Strawberry Jam 1K/5K Fun Run/Walk coordinated by the Friends of Watsonville Parks and Community Services will kick-off the Watsonville Strawberry Festival on Saturday August 1, 2026. The Jam begins and ends at the temporary location, Landmark Elementary School in Watsonville while Ramsay Park is being renovated. This is an easy and fun course that includes Watsonville's beautiful slough system with an out and back section on Ohlone Parkway. See photo of course. No dogs please, but families and strollers are welcome. Register on Active.com. Races will be coordinated by the Santa Cruz Track Club.

Aug
1

Soul Collage

๐Ÿ“ Santa Cruz
๐Ÿ•’ 10:00 AM โ€“ 1:00 PM ยท See listing

Call to register or if you have questions: 457-2273 Location will vary so call for details The facilitator will bring photos. You are responsible for purchasing materials (see below). Discover your Wisdom with SoulCollageยฎ Let's explore our inner selves. Using images, imagination and intuition, you will begin to create your own personal deck of collaged cards. Part art project, part spiritual practice, SoulCollageยฎ allows you to deepen your understanding of yourself and tap into your inner wisdom that can guide you on important life decisions. In a fun, creative, and relaxed environment, you will create cards that will reveal parts of your personality, your archetypes, and other guides, allies, and challengers. We will talk about the ways you can use your personal deck of collaged cards to tap into your inner wisdom. No art experience necessary. Anyone can create SoulCollageยฎ cards! We use scissors, glue, and images cut from magazines to create our cards. Youโ€™ll take home several finished cardsโ€”and no doubt a love for this creative process! Please bring with you : * Scissors * Glue stick (best kind is Pioneer glue stick) * 8 x 5 mat board * Pen & Notebook

Art & Culture Wellness Details โ†’
Aug
1

Sacred Return Retreat: A Psilocybin Ceremony Retreat

๐Ÿ“ Sacred Owl Land
๐Ÿ•’ 11:00 AM โ€“ 9:00 PM ยท $800

Sacred Return Retreat offers a trauma-informed container for ceremony, breathwork, yoga, sound healing, and deep inner work. Facilitated in collaboration with Dr. Leta Jussila and Dallas McKenzie at Sacred Owl Land, this immersive retreat supports healing, transformation, and personal growth through intentional preparation, ceremony, and integration.

Wellness Details โ†’
Aug
1

Remembering Your Belonging Workshop with Mo Katzman (OUTSIDE COMMUNITY EVENT)

๐Ÿ“ The Diversity Center
๐Ÿ•’ 1:00 PM โ€“ 7:00 PM ยท See listing

Remembering Your Belonging Workshop with Mo Katzman (OUTSIDE COMMUNITY EVENT) Date : Saturday, August 1st Time : 1-7pm Location : Tannery World Dance and Cultural Center in Santa Cruz. RSVP : You can register for the workshop here Event description: A workshop to give you... Relational skills to get out of isolation and into community and embodiment skills to move away from shame and towards what you want and care about. This is an introductory workshop to a larger unfolding offering! There will be: Movement Somatic practices Discussions Journaling Large and small group shares Guided visualizations Tea and snacks! Come home to your wholeness We'll have a seat for you.

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