The Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival returns to Skypark in Scotts Valley this Saturday and Sunday, packed with local artists, crafts, kids activities, wine and beer. The Cops N’ Rodders classic car show boosts the lineup on Saturday, while Sunday is dog-themed, with pet-friendly activities and costume contests. The festival is free to enter, with tasting glasses and tickets available for purchase. – Lily Belli
Here are more upcoming local events you might be interested in:
Thursday, Aug. 13
- Marina Crouse Sings | 7 p.m. @ Kuumbwa Jazz | $15.75-$31.50
- “Dear Evan Hansen” | 7 p.m. @ All About Theatre | $28 to $40
- “The Rocky Horror Show” | 8 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building | $15-$30
Friday, Aug. 14
- Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party | 5 p.m. @ 1111 Soquel Ave. | Free
- Atmosphere & Friends | 6:30 p.m. @ Quarry Amphitheater | $55.96-$90.57
- The Polish Ambassador | 8 p.m. @ Felton Music Hall | $48.90
- Mountain Community Theater presents New Works Weekend | 8 p.m. @ Park Hall | $10
- Sequoias At Night | 8 p.m. @ Roaring Camp Railroads | $16-$27
Saturday, Aug. 15
- Scotts Valley Art, Wine & Beer Festival | 10 a.m. @ Skypark | Free
- 11th Annual Parks & Rex Dog Pool Party Fundraiser | 11 a.m. @ Simpkins Family Swim Center | $5-$15
- Eggsellent Science | 1 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery | $5-$15
- Late Night @ the MAH: Black Tie Roller Ball | 7 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History | $20-$25
- Snail | 8 p.m. @ Rio Theatre | $50
Sunday, Aug. 16
- Race Thru The Redwoods | 8 a.m. @ Roaring Camp Railroads | $40-$65
- Pancakes in the Park & Bake Sale | 8:30 a.m. @ Highlands Park Senior & Community Center | $5-$12
- Musical Saw Festival | 10 a.m. @ Roaring Camp Railroads | Free
- Broken Compass Bluegrass Jubilee | Noon @ Woodhouse Blending & Brewing | Free
- Circus of Horror | 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. @ Civic Auditorium | $39.19
