Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to gather your family for some seasonal fun! Enjoy festive crafts, tractor rides and outdoor activities happening all around Santa Cruz County. This weekend is packed with exciting fall festivals and harvest celebrations for all ages. Discover the best family-friendly events near you with our list below. Explore more local happenings on Lookout’s free public calendar, BOLO.
Friday, Oct. 18
- Potter the Otter: A Healthy Adventure | 10 a.m. @ The Santa Cruz Children’s Museum of Discovery | $3
- 3rd Friday Community Drumming With Jim Greiner | 7 p.m. @ Congregational Church of Soquel
Saturday, Oct. 19
- Santa Cruz Band Review | 9 a.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party(TM) | 9 a.m. @ Roaring Camp Railroads | $25
- UC Santa Cruz Harvest Festival | 11 a.m. @ CASFS Farm And Garden | Free for kids under 12
- Harvest Festival | 11 a.m. @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Harvest Tour on the Rail & Trail | 1 p.m. @ Bay Street & California Street
- SVHS Homecoming, Concert & Kids Carnival 2024 | 3 p.m. @ Scotts Valley High School | $22
Sunday, Oct. 20
- Thomas and Percy’s Halloween Party(TM) | 9 a.m. @ Roaring Camp Railroads | $25
- Downtown Santa Cruz Makers Market | 10 a.m. @ Downtown Santa Cruz