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First Friday Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz County

πŸ“… Next: Fri, Dec 4, 2026 Β· 5:00 PM
↻ Fridays, usually 5:00 PM
Where: Multiple locations throughout Santa Cruz County Β· Santa Cruz, CA, 95062 Β· Directions β†— Β· venue site β†—
Price: FREE

On the first Friday evening of every month, Santa Cruz galleries, shops, and cultural venues open their doors to showcase the works of Santa Cruz County artists. With a block party-like vibe, the multi-venue event provides an opportunity to discover local creative talent in a fun and festive setting. Many venues entice attendees with yummy cheese-and-wine-filled spreads, while others have food trucks joining in on the fun.

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