Santa Cruz’s most identifiable icon will celebrate its 100th birthday Saturday with a ceremony and fireworks, and ahead of the milestone, Wallace Baine not only talked to some of those who know and love the Giant Dipper best, he also got a close-up look that few who haven’t worked at the Beach Boardwalk have experienced.
Giant Dipper turns 100
Coverage of the centennial of the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk’s landmark wooden roller coaster
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Boardwalk celebrates Giant Dipper centennial with custom craft beer by Discretion Brewing
In honor of the Giant Dipper roller coaster’s 100th birthday, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk teamed up with Discretion Brewing in Soquel to brew a commemorative beer. Giant Dipper Golden Ale will be released May 18 and will be available through the summer.