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Cypress Health Institute Certified Massage Therapist Program
π Santa Cruz County, CA
From the waves to the redwoods, it's all happening here.
Live music, festivals, art walks, surf contests, trail days and everything in between.
In-person only, on purpose. Everything here is something you can actually show up to. No screens, no streams.
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Featured Event
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 Β· 4:00 PM
Phamily Time!
π Woodhouse Blending & Brewing Β· Downtown Santa Cruz Β· See listing
Phamily Time, presented by Phreeborn is back with a summer edition you wonβt 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
π Downtown Santa Cruz
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Music
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Featured
Sat, Aug 1, 2026 Β· 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
π Westside
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Sat, Aug 1, 2026 Β· London Nelson Community Center
WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy
The Tony Award-Winning San Francisco Mime Troupe Opens their 67th Season with: WRECKAGE: A Musical Tragicomedy July 3 β Sept. 7, 2026
Art & Culture
Coming up
Fri, Jul 31, 2026 Β· Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
Aloha Music & Arts Festival Santa Cruz
The first annual Aloha Music & Arts Festival Santa Cruz will take place Friday, July 31, and Saturday, Aug. 1, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. each day at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, bringing together local musicians, hula schools, artists, food vendors, and community organizations for a weekend celebrating Hawaiian, Polynesian, and Pacific cultures. Gates open daily at 11 a.m. Admission to the festival is free. Donations are welcome. Parking will be available for $20 per vehicle. No in-and-out privileges will be allowed, and re-entry fees will be enforced. Produced by Victor Ohana Productions LLC, the festival aims to celebrate the Spirit of Aloha while creating a new cultural tradition for the Central Coast community. Organizers say the event was created to strengthen connections among local Polynesian communities, while offering residents and visitors a new summer cultural experience in Santa Cruz County. βThis festival is about bringing people together through music, dance, food, art, and community,β said Marie Victor, founder of Victor Ohana Productions. βSanta Cruz has deep cultural and historical connections to HawaiΚ»i through surf culture and the ocean lifestyle. We wanted to create an event that celebrates those shared influences while showcasing the incredible local talent we have here in Northern California.β Rather than featuring a national headliner, the festival will spotlight local bands and performers from throughout Santa Cruz County and the surrounding region. Organizers said the focus of the event is community participation and cultural authenticity. Festival attendees can expect: β Food vendors featuring Pacific-inspired cuisine β Local arts, crafts, and merchandise vendors β Information booths from community nonprofits and organizations β Family-friendly cultural activities and entertainment Local Live Music β Victor Ohana 3 Generations β Ho' Omana β Hunawai β Kanalu β Laule'a Hawaiian Band β Ka La'i O Mele β George Kahumoku Jr (Grammy Award Winner in
Music
π Watsonville
Coming up
Fri, Jul 31, 2026 Β· Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
County Fairgrounds: Aloha Music and Arts Festival
Feel the rhythm of Hawaiian Music with live performances both Friday and Saturday. Enjoy Polynesian inspired dance and vibrant performances throughout the festival. Savor a curated selection of local food vendors serving up dishes and community favorites. Browse a vibrant marketplace of local artisans, handcrafted goods, and unique finds from vendors across the county. Open from noon to 6pm both Friday and Saturday. Although the event entry is free, parking at the venue is $20 per vehicle.
Festivals
π Watsonville
βοΈ Happening today
Friday, July 3163 events on today. No plans required, just go.
1:00 AM
$500
The Dickens Universe featuring βBleak Houseβ
π Humanities and Social Sciences Facility
Education
8:30 AM
$300
Beginning Botany Summer Camp
π Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Family
8:30 AM
FREE
Santa Cruz Creative Mornings
π Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Education
8:30 AM
$300
World of Birds Summer Camp
π Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
Outdoors
9:00 AM
$8600
Certified Massage Therapist Program
π Cypress Health Institute
Community
9:00 AM
$59
Dynomite Farm: Private Dahlia U-Cut Experience
π Dynomite Farm
Community
9:00 AM
FREE
Wilder Ranch State Park: Guided Coastal Birding Walk
π Wilder Ranch State Park
Outdoors
9:30 AM
See listing
Evergreen Volunteer Days
π Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Community
10:00 AM
See listing
CLAY INDEPENDENT LAB TIME
π Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center
Art & Culture
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3 upcoming events Β· Wellness Β· from 2026-07-31 Β· to 2026-07-31
Jul
31
Sacred Return Retreat: A Psilocybin Ceremony Retreat
π Sacred Owl Land
π 4:00 PM β 11:00 PM Β· $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.
Jul
31
Pole Fitness 101/Functional Movement + Fundamentals + Dance
π Ohana Studios Santa Cruz
π 6:00 PM β 7:15 PM Β· $20
Pole Fitness 101 is more than just aerial training. Get movement training youβll use for life! β Pole technique with dance & fitness modules β Functional conditioning β Mobility & flexibility training β High level Xpert Xpole certified (L1-L4) β 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
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