Celebrate the season in Downtown Santa Cruz with a festive community parade featuring local groups, music, performers and holiday spirit. A family-friendly downtown tradition.
Community events in Santa Cruz County
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Saturday, Dec 5
Join Sewing for Kids Downtown! A different hand sewing project is offered each month. December's project is a gnome. Project supplies are limited to theโฆ
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Have you been hankering for an in-person book club? Join us on the first Saturday of the month from 10:30AM-12PM in our cozy Fireside Roomโฆ
Bargetto Winery: Art in the Cellars
Head to Bargetto Winery for the Annual Art in the Cellars Holiday Festival. Enjoy a weekend filled with Art and Wine. Shop over 30+ Localโฆ
Manifest your visions, desires, and dreams through the art of Soul Collage!
A holiday sale at the Santa Cruz Mountains Art Center featuring local art and gifts.
SANTA CRUZ TRANS POTLUCK - Saturday May 2nd, 12pm - 3pm at SubRosa (703 Pacific Ave in downtown Santa Cruz). Trans ppl!!! Bring ur friends!โฆ
Downtown Santa Cruz: Golden Envelope
Shop Downtown on December 5, 6, 12 & 13 (between 12-4PM) and youโll be eligible to win one of 400 Golden Envelopes at participating Downtownโฆ
+ 3 more dates โAdvisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18.
A safe space to explore questions and feelings about dying
A free to enter community event showcasing the magic of Downtown Boulder Creek. Enjoy the holidays brought to you in just one day! Snag someโฆ
Hosted by Chris
The Lighted Boat Parade features 50 beautifully decorated power and sailboats parading through the Santa Cruz Harbor. Limited viewing is available from the Murray Streetโฆ
Tantra Speed Dateยฎ - Santa Cruz! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)
Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! Meet singles and ignite sparks with fun, chemistry games!
Holy Cross: Music for the Feast of Christmas
Music for the Feast of Christmas, the way to begin your Holiday! The Cabrillo Symphonic Chorus will present its annual Music for the Feast ofโฆ
Sunday, Dec 6
Surfrider Beach Cleanup @ Rio Del Mar State Beach
Hi Santa Cruz Surfriders, Join us for a fun and impactful beach cleanup! Event Name: Rio Del Mar State Beach Cleanup Date: Dec 06, 2026โฆ
Advisory Council of Teens (ACT) is the SCPL young adult advisory group. ACT is open to all Santa Cruz County young adults, ages 12-18.
+ 1 more date โJoin the Trolley Drops Holiday Jug Band as they perform a show of โTwistmas Carols,โ holiday songs they have written by taking โstandardsโ from folkโฆ
+ 2 more dates โCome join the magical world of D&D storytelling, where you can be a bard, a wizard, or a barbarian for a few hours and letโฆ
RPGs at the Santa Cruz downtown library (18+)
Beginner-friendly tabletop RPGs in the upstairs Community Room of the downtown Santa Cruz library. First come, first served; adults 18+.
Whoโs ready to get their holiday craft on? On Sunday, December 6, from 1-4pm, head to Abbott Square Market for a fun and FREE holidayโฆ
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7751
Meet The Doulas Downtown!
Come hang out with some awesome doulas and get to know them better!
Wintersongs with Kitka - SANTA CRUZ
Seasonal Songs of Comfort and Joy from Balkan, Baltic, Caucasian, and Slavic Lands
Tuesday, Dec 8
Volunteer at the UCSC Arboretum
Volunteer Information Sessions at the Arboretum Do you love gardens and gardening? The UCSC Arboretum & Botanic Garden has a wonderful community of staff, studentsโฆ
+ 2 more dates โWe will sing, move, and play musical instruments together in Spanish and English. Juntos, cantaremos, nos moveremos y tocaremos instrumentos musicales en inglรฉs y espaรฑol.
Join a health book club with educational discussions led by Dr. Rabia Barkins, a licensed holistic health practitioner. Improve overall health with lifestyle changes toโฆ
Join our book club every second Tuesday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.
The Good Life, Good Death Cafe is a free, monthly community gathering led by local end-of-life educator and Doulagivers-trained death doula Jessica Lee, RN, CHPN.
Come join us in making seasonal crafts!
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7604
https://www.watsonville.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=7263
Wednesday, Dec 9
Learn to spot scams, protect your personal information, and know what to do if you're targeted. Join local experts for practical tips, resources, and answersโฆ
Join the circle and write a poem in a supportive and creative environment.
Sexuality and Gender Alliance (SAGA) creates a welcoming, safe, and inclusive space for teens of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Enjoy activities, snacks andโฆ
Practice reading to a trained therapy dog! Registration is required.
Hosted by chris
7 - 9pm ยท Weekly bluegrass jam with local musicians.
+ 1 more date โDon and Anthony of The Joint Chiefs perform as a duo for an intimate evening of live music.
Thursday, Dec 10
Rabid Reader Book Discussion Group @ La Selva Beach
Join our book club every second Thursday to explore great reads and share engaging conversations with fellow book lovers.
End of the Year Luncheon with UCSC Chancellor Cynthia Larive
An end-of-year luncheon with UCSC Chancellor Cynthia Larive in Aptos.
The Aptos Library Book Discussion Group meets 2nd Thursdays, 1-2:30pm, in-person or via Zoom. Adult readers choose thought-provoking fiction & nonfiction. Email [email protected].
Surfrider Santa Cruz Chapter Holiday Party: Open To All!
Join us for the Surfrider Santa Cruz Holiday Party! Open to all! New and returning volunteers are welcome. This is a fun social event toโฆ
Friday, Dec 11
This month's book will be selected at the November 13 meeting.
A speed puzzling series where participants race to complete puzzles, with monthly meetups at the library.
SV Parks & Recreation will be hosting our annual "Holiday Craft & Cocoa Event", join us for a fun filled holiday evening for families &โฆ
Grounding & the Sovereign Self: White Tantra for Couples & Singles
Learn to stay grounded and centered when emotions run high. Tantra for couples & singles, just in time for the holidays.
An evening of live music and dinner at a local venue.
Saturday, Dec 12
Join Save Our Shores for a beach cleanup at Corcoran Lagoon Beach! Registration is required, click here to register. Meet Up Location: Please meet usโฆ
Children's Book Sale @ Scotts Valley Branch Library
Gently used children's books for 50ยข-$2, plus book crafts for kids! Sat. Dec. 12, 10am-2pm at the Scotts Valley Branch Library. Hosted by the Scottsโฆ
Let the magic of the holiday season sweep you away!
Do you have a craft or sewing project that you feel stuck on? What about beloved clothes that are frayed, ripped, or hole-stricken? Join DIYโฆ
The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Lisa Hoesing for an introductory workshopโฆ
Redwood Loop board game day at the library, noon to 5pm. Bring a game or pick one from the library collection - all are welcomeโฆ
Write a poem in a creative and supportive environment.
Turn your broken or unused jewelry into something new and beautiful!
Learn about volunteer opportunities and how teens like you can create change in your library! Followed by a chill activity and free snacks (and getโฆ
A monthly salon-style hangout for local tabletop roleplaying gamers, hosted at Abbott Square on the 2nd Saturday.
Discretion Brewing: Twistmas Caroling
Join the Trolley Drops Holiday Jug Band as they perform a show of โTwistmas Carols,โ holiday songs they have written by taking โstandardsโ from folkโฆ
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