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Wednesday, Jan 27

Wed
Jan
27

Satรกn es Real & Dominique and the Diamonds

Where: The Crepe Place
When: 10:00 PM

Holler calls Dominique and the Diamonds, โ€œA deeply satisfying set of instant country classics that tips its hat to the rattling amphetamine fueled cosmic countryโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Thursday, Jan 28

Thu
Jan
28

The Chris Cain Band & Chris Cain

Where: Kuumbwa Jazz
When: 7:00 PM

Chris Cain offers up a soulful stew of Memphis style electric blues. His powerfully deep vocals and jazz-inspired blues guitar riffs are unforgettable; uniquely hisโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

Friday, Jan 29

Fri
Jan
29

The Arcadian Wild

Where: Felton Music Hall
When: 7:00 PM

The Arcadian Wild is an indie folk/pop group from Nashville, TN. Led by songwriters Isaac Horn and Lincoln Mick and Bailey Warren on fiddle, Theโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ San Lorenzo Valley

Saturday, Jan 30

Sat
Jan
30

Moe's Alley Presents: Keller Williams

Where: Moe's Alley
When: 9:00 PM

Moe's Alley presents Keller Williams! Saturday, January 30, 2027 Doors: 8pm // Show: 9pm $30 in advance // $35 day of the show 21+ *โ€ฆ

Music Adults 21+ ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Wednesday, Feb 3

Wed
Feb
3

Bluegrass Room

Where: The Cruz Room
When: 6:00 PM

7 - 9pm ยท The Cruz Room Bluegrass Jam brings together talented local musicians for an evening of incredible pickinโ€™, heartfelt harmonies, and spontaneous collaborationsโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ Westside
+ 1 more date โ†’

Thursday, Feb 4

Thu
Feb
4

Take It to the Limit

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 7:00 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM

The Music & Legacy of the Eagles Eagles Fans, donโ€™t miss โ€œTake It To The Limitโ€, An Unforgettable Live Concert Experience is returning to theโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ Midtown
Thu
Feb
4

SKERRYVORE

Where: Felton Music Hall
When: 8:00 PM

Over the last 15 years, Skerryvore have brought their performances to audiences across the globe, from their early days in Scottish West Coast halls andโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ San Lorenzo Valley

Friday, Feb 5

Fri
Feb
5

The Sways

Where: Felton Music Hall
When: 7:00 PM

A folk and traditional music performance from The Sways, bringing acoustic sounds to an intimate venue.

Music ๐Ÿ“ San Lorenzo Valley
Fri
Feb
5

Little Stranger: Broken Hearted Boys Tour

Where: The Catalyst
When: 9:00 PM ยท Price: $44.79

Little Stranger: Broken Hearted Boys TourAges 16 and upFriday, February 05Doors: 8 pm Show: 9 pm$44.79 to $158.92(VIP) Little Stranger: Little Stranger VIS ExperienceIncludes:โ— Oneโ€ฆ

Community Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

Saturday, Feb 6

Sat
Feb
6

Steve Poltz

Where: Felton Music Hall
When: 7:00 PM

It mightโ€™ve even been last night, but Steve Poltz just played the greatest show of his life. Guess what? The next show will be evenโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ San Lorenzo Valley
Sat
Feb
6

WHERE'S WEST

Where: The Crepe Place
When: 8:00 PM

Where's West brings a mix of alternative, indie, and funk for a live show.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Sunday, Feb 7

Sun
Feb
7

Andy Falco - Ages 21+

Where: Felton Music Hall
When: 8:00 PM

Bluegrass guitar veteran Andy Falco delivers a soulful, acoustic set blending country, blues, and folk.

Music Adults 21+ ๐Ÿ“ San Lorenzo Valley

Tuesday, Feb 9

Wednesday, Feb 10

Wed
Feb
10

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 7:30 PM โ€“ 9:30 PM

For over sixty years, South Africaโ€™s five-time GRAMMY award-winners Ladysmith Black Mambazo have warmed the hearts of audiences worldwide with uplifting vocal harmonies, signature danceโ€ฆ

Music Dance ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Thursday, Feb 11

Thu
Feb
11

Techno-Jazz Night

Where: The Cruz Room
When: 7:00 PM

8 - 10pm ยท Live improvisational modular synth performance by M31 Transport.

Music Dance ๐Ÿ“ Westside

Saturday, Feb 27

Thursday, Mar 4

Thu
Mar
4

Electric Elton

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 7:00 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM

The Music & Legacy of Elton John Elton John fans, donโ€™t miss โ€œElectric Elton, An Unforgettable Live Concert Experience coming to Rio Theatre in Santaโ€ฆ

Music Family ๐Ÿ“ Midtown
Thu
Mar
4

Tommy Lefroy

Where: The Catalyst
When: 8:30 PM โ€“ 10:30 PM

Tommy Lefroy with Al Olender at The Catalyst Atrium on March 4, 2027.

Music ๐Ÿ“ Downtown Santa Cruz

Sunday, Mar 14

Sun
Mar
14

Alok

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 8:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM

ALOK (they/them) is an internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, public speaker, and actor. ALOKโ€™s literary works โ€œBeyond the Gender Binary,โ€ โ€œFemme in Public,โ€ and โ€œYour Woundโ€ฆ

Music Comedy ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Sunday, Apr 11

Sun
Apr
11

ABBA Gold Tour with ABRA Cadabra

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 7:00 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM

The Music & Magic of ABBA Calling all Dancing Queens! ABRA Cadabra returns to Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz on April 11, 2027 @ 7โ€ฆ

Music Dance ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Friday, Apr 23

Fri
Apr
23

FashionTeens 2027

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 6:30 PM โ€“ 8:30 PM

A Program for Social & Environmental Activists Each year, middle and high school students from across Santa Cruz County design, construct, and model original piecesโ€ฆ

Music Family En espaรฑol ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Thursday, May 6

Sunday, May 9

Sun
May
9
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DIIV

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 8:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM

This is The New Alternative: a new genre for the 21st century. More specifically: a new genre for musicโ€™s optimized VC-funded super deluxe remixed AI-enhancedโ€ฆ

Music ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

Friday, Aug 27

Fri
Aug
27
โ˜… Featured

Paula Poundstone

Where: Rio Theatre for the Performing Arts
When: 8:00 PM โ€“ 10:00 PM

Iconic comedian Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. She regularly playsโ€ฆ

Music Comedy ๐Ÿ“ Midtown

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