Mark your calendar For these can't miss local events
From concerts to cultural events, Santa Cruz is alive with activities celebrating everything from art and fashion to food and film. Here are a few rad events worth adding to your social calendar.
All-Star Fest
Sep 05, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Free and open to all — join for a stacked lineup of Santa Cruz restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, makers, artists, and assorted businesses from Santa Cruz and beyond filling 20,000 sq ft, presented by Collective Santa Cruz and Double Meat Please.
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Octoberfest
Sep 12, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
A first-ever Oktoberfest by the beach with live music, dancing, brews, wine, and Bavarian bites.
Capitola Art & Wine Festival
Sep 12, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The 43rd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival returns September 12–13 with fine art, wine tasting, live music, and dancing in beach-side Capitola Village. Free admission!
Santa Cruz Wednesday Night Sailboat Races
Sep 02, 2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
