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Things to do in Santa Cruz with kids

217 upcoming, page 1 of 4. In person only, on purpose.

Storytimes, kid-friendly shows, hands-on workshops, and outings for all ages.

Sunday, Nov 15

Sun
Nov
15

Shrek The Musical JR

Where: SLV Performing Arts Center
When: 2:00 PM Β· Price: $10

This family-friendly musical comedy follows the adventures of an ogre named Shrek who sets off on a quest to save a princess from a dragon…

Family πŸ“ San Lorenzo Valley

Monday, Nov 16

Mon
Nov
16

Crafternoons

Where: 1 2nd St, Watsonville, CA
When: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Crafternoons are back! βœ‚οΈ Get craft with family. Drop in to the Main Library between 2-5pm every Monday and Wednesday to make a craft together…

Family En espaΓ±ol πŸ“ Watsonville
Mon
Nov
16

PAWS Afterschool Program

Where: Santa Cruz SPCA
When: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Β· Price: $75

PAWS Afterschool Club (Ages 7-10) Looking for something fun to do after school? Love animals? Join PAWS and discover what it takes to care for…

Family Education πŸ“ Midtown
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Mon
Nov
16

Hosted Board Game Night

Where: The Cruz Room
When: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

6 - 8pm Β· Hosted Board Game Night, open & hosted games, library of 30+ games, raffle, merch, and a Learn to Play demo at…

Community Family πŸ“ Westside
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Tuesday, Nov 17

Tue
Nov
17

Baby Time and Stay & Play

Where: Branciforte Branch Library
When: 10:30 AM

Baby Story Time is a sweet introduction to stories, songs, rhymes, and lap play, thoughtfully designed to nurture early literacy and bonding.

Community Family πŸ“ Midtown
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Tue
Nov
17

Toddler Time @ Scotts Valley

Where: Scotts Valley Branch Library
When: 11:00 AM

Come join Librarian Emily for stories, songs, and lots of fun for toddlers and their caregivers in our beautiful, newly-renovated Scotts Valley Library Branch every…

Community Family πŸ“ Scotts Valley
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Tue
Nov
17

Sensory Play

Where: Main Library
When: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Looking for interactive and engaging activities for your child? Join us for Sensory Play, each month will feature a different theme and new ways to…

Community Family πŸ“ Watsonville
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Tue
Nov
17

Youth Studio Art

Where: Community Through Art
When: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Β· Price: $255

Youth Bloom Studio Art with Sarah Orre, nurtures creativity, confidence, and curiosity through hands-on learning. Each class encourages young artists to explore new materials, techniques…

Art & Culture Family πŸ“ San Lorenzo Valley
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Tue
Nov
17

Teen Taste-Off

Where: Main Library
When: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

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Community Family πŸ“ Watsonville
Tue
Nov
17

SPCA Junior Animal Care Team

Where: Santa Cruz SPCA
When: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM Β· Price: $75

Junior Animal Care Team (Ages 11+) Ready to level up your animal skills? If you love animals and want real, hands-on experience, the Junior Animal…

Family Education πŸ“ Midtown
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Tue
Nov
17

Sewing Classes

Where: Freedom Branch Library
When: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

✨ Free Sewing Classes ✨ Ready to unleash your creativity and learn a new skill? Whether you're a total beginner or an experienced sewer, our…

Community Family πŸ“ Watsonville
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Tue
Nov
17

SPIN - Grupo de Apoyo/Hollister - En Persona

Where: SPIN (Special Parents Information Network)
When: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

RED DE INFORMACION PARA PADRES ESPECIALES GRUPO DE APOYO en Hollister TERCER MARTES DE CADA MES SPIN SERVICIOS: X CLINICAS DE IEP X TALLERRES X…

Family Community En espaΓ±ol
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Tue
Nov
17

Future Planning Parent Group

Where: Lillian's Italian Kitchen
When: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

For November there is a location change, this month we will meet at" Lillians Restaurant in Santa Cruz. FUTURE PLANNING Parent Group 3rd Tuesday of…

Family Community πŸ“ Midtown
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Tue
Nov
17

Silly Sober Karaoke

Where: The 418 Project
When: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Β· Price: FREE

Sober Karaoke is a fun, welcoming, and alcohol-free night where everyone is invited to take the stage and share their favorite songs. Whether you're a…

Music Family πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
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Wednesday, Nov 18

Wed
Nov
18

Baby Dance Jam

Where: The 418 Project
When: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

A free weekly dance jam for babies and their caregivers at The 418 Project in Santa Cruz, with movement, music, and play in a joyful…

Dance Family πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
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Wed
Nov
18

Bilingual Baby Laptime

Where: Watsonville
When: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Event date: November 18, 2026 Event Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Location: β€’ 2021 Freedom Blvd β€’ Freedom, CA 95019 β€’ Watsonville, CA 95076

Family Education En espaΓ±ol πŸ“ Watsonville
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Thursday, Nov 19

Thu
Nov
19

Yoga Watsonville - En Persona

Where: RaΓ­ces y CariΓ±o
When: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Tu espacio de Yoga, Tu momento de Paz Clase de yoga sensible al trauma dedicada a madres de hijos con discapacidad. Ofrece un espacio seguro…

Family Wellness En espaΓ±ol πŸ“ Watsonville
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Thu
Nov
19

Girls Who Code

Where: Scotts Valley Branch Library
When: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Girls Who Code is a nation-wide organization dedicated to teaching girls not only the language and skills of coding, but about finding their confidence, learning…

Education Family πŸ“ Scotts Valley
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Thu
Nov
19

Slug Night Live: Student Org Edition

Where: UC Santa Cruz
When: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us for the first ever Slug Night Live: Student Org Edition! A showcase highlighting various talents from UCSC student organizations ranging from dancing, comedy…

Education Family πŸ“ UCSC
Thu
Nov
19

SPIN DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUP - In Person

Where: SPIN (Special Parents Information Network)
When: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM

DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUP 3RD THURSDAY OF EVERY MONTH SPIN SERVICES: XIEP CLINICS X WORKSHOPS & TRAINING X COMMUNITY RESOURCES X MENTOR PROGRAM XEARLY INTERVENTION SUPPORTS…

Family Community
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Friday, Nov 20

Fri
Nov
20

Evergreen Volunteer Days

Where: Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
When: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Leave your mark on Santa Cruz history by volunteering at the historic Evergreen Cemetery every Friday from 9:30am-12pm. No need to register, just show up…

Community Family πŸ“ Downtown Santa Cruz
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