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The summer fun spills out on to Cooper Street for this festive festival!

• 8 AM: Coffee and good vibes from local musicians
• 11 AM: Summer food starts being served for the rest of the event by the local restaurants and music continues
• 1-7 PM: Cooper Street will close for an exotic car show on the street and music continues
• 1-7 PM: Zany party games for the kids like oversized horseshoes and spin art you can take home
• 7:30 PM: Bars will close but the music continues
• 8 PM: the music will finally wrap up with the event

It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please kind of day with something for everyone—great food, live music, cool cars, quirky games, and the unbeatable energy of downtown Santa Cruz in summer.

This Fourth of July, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Enjoy the nostalgic town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities, live music and a good ol’ American BBQ.

ACTIVITIES

• Live Music
• Kids Club Activities
• Chuckwagon BBQ

Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. Hang on to that receipt!  Once you have paid for parking at one State Park, it is good for all of them for the day. There are 14 in Santa Cruz County alone to explore!

Its all here and waiting for just for you! The race is always held on July 4th in the morning! What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day.

Runners on the 10K will be treated the the challenging “Thrill of the Hill” in Pogonip Park before topping out on the Spring Trail that winds through the beautiful meadow by UCSC before dropping down into the neighborhoods before returning to Harvey West Park.

5K Runners will face a flat and fast course contained completely in the Harvey West Business Park Area. The 5K course is Stroller, ADA and Wheelchair accessible.

Everyone ends up in beautiful Harvey West Park for great music, post-race gourmet hot dog bar and awards.  You don’t want to miss this!

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:

• June 13, 2025: The Lost Boys
• June 20, 2025: Men in Black
• June 27, 2025: Ghostbusters
• July 11, 2025: Jumanji
• July 18, 2025: Clueless
• July 25, 2025: Wizard of Oz
• August 1, 2025: Despicable Me 4
• August 8, 2025: The Goonies

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:

• June 13, 2025: The Lost Boys
• June 20, 2025: Men in Black
• June 27, 2025: Ghostbusters
• July 11, 2025: Jumanji
• July 18, 2025: Clueless
• July 25, 2025: Wizard of Oz
• August 1, 2025: Despicable Me 4
• August 8, 2025: The Goonies

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:

• June 13, 2025: The Lost Boys
• June 20, 2025: Men in Black
• June 27, 2025: Ghostbusters
• July 11, 2025: Jumanji
• July 18, 2025: Clueless
• July 25, 2025: Wizard of Oz
• August 1, 2025: Despicable Me 4
• August 8, 2025: The Goonies

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:

• June 13, 2025: The Lost Boys
• June 20, 2025: Men in Black
• June 27, 2025: Ghostbusters
• July 11, 2025: Jumanji
• July 18, 2025: Clueless
• July 25, 2025: Wizard of Oz
• August 1, 2025: Despicable Me 4
• August 8, 2025: The Goonies

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:

• June 13, 2025: The Lost Boys
• June 20, 2025: Men in Black
• June 27, 2025: Ghostbusters
• July 11, 2025: Jumanji
• July 18, 2025: Clueless
• July 25, 2025: Wizard of Oz
• August 1, 2025: Despicable Me 4
• August 8, 2025: The Goonies

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!