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.
Botanical Lunch and Stroll
May 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Step into an afternoon where the garden is the experience 🌿✨
Tannery Arts Center: Spring Art Market
May 09, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Spring Art Market returns to the Tannery Arts Center just in time for Mother’s Day!
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk: Season Opening Fireworks
May 16, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Celebrate the beginning of the summer season with a free fireworks show in front of the Santa Cruz Boardwalk!
Stockwell Cellars: Sip, Savor, and Sway
May 08, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Music, snacks, and wine! What more can you ask for?
Midtown Fridays
May 29, 2026 | 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Celebrate all the vibrancy of Midtown at the Summer Block Party, happening every Friday!
Boardwalk Bowl
Daily | All Day
It's a party every day during the month of May with 25% off online reservations all month long! Plus starting May 4th, enjoy Radioactive Atomic Bowling every Sunday at 8pm and Thursday at 9:30pm hosted by KDON.
