With the holidays just around the corner, Santa Cruz County is buzzing with festive, family-friendly events to get you into the spirit of the season! From magical performances to holiday markets and outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out these upcoming holiday-themed activities, and explore even more on Lookout’s free public calendar, BOLO.
Wednesday, Nov. 27
- Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market | 1 p.m. @ Cedar Street & Lincoln Street
- Holiday Production: “A Christmas Carol” by Santa Cruz Shakespeare | 7 p.m. @ Veterans Memorial Building | $60
Thursday, Nov. 28
- Boardwalk Winter Wonderland | Noon @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Thanksgiving buffet | 9 a.m. @ Chaminade Resort & Spa
Friday, Nov. 29
- Reindeer Round-Up | 10 a.m. @ Downtown Santa Cruz
- Boardwalk Winter Wonderland | Noon @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Holiday Lights at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds | 5 p.m. @ Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds
- Holiday lights train | 5 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Saturday, Nov. 30
- Small Business Saturday Children’s Craft Fair | 10 a.m. @ Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
- Pop up local Market | 10 a.m. @ Lito’s Community Cafe & Market
- Mountain Feed’s Annual Santa Day! | 11 a.m. @ Mountain Feed & Farm Supply
- Boardwalk Winter Wonderland | Noon @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Santa Claus Rides the Waves to Capitola Beach | Noon @ Capitola Beach
- Ranch History Tour | 1 p.m. @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Holiday lights train | 6:30 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Sunday, Dec. 1
- Hallcrest Holiday Market | 11 a.m. @ Hallcrest Vineyards
- Wreath Making & Mimosas | 11 a.m. @ Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery
- Boardwalk Winter Wonderland | Noon @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Ben Lomond Tree Lighting Party | 4 p.m. @ Ben Lomond Fire Department
- Ranch History Tour | 1 p.m. @ Wilder Ranch State Park
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