Whether you’re staying local to the Santa Cruz Mountains this weekend or checking out the Northern California Renaissance Faire, the Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival, or another fun seasonal event, there is plenty of live music and good food to bring you joy while you’re out exploring. Here’s the roundup of live music for the weekend of October 14, 2022.… Read More

Get spooky with the China Cats’ legendary Grateful Dead Halloween Ball at the Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Santa Cruz on Saturday, October 29, 2022 starting at 8:00 pm (doors 7:30). Tickets: brownpapertickets.com/event/5572690 The China Cats are the premier Grateful Dead tribute band in Santa Cruz and the San Francisco Bay Area. This will be a stellar night… Read More

Jumping into October with all four feet, there are so many fun things to do while the weather is still warm. The The Northern California Renaissance Faire runs weekends through October 23, and the creative mind is starting to consider what to wear for Halloween. While you’re out rummaging for costume ideas, why not drop into your favorite hang for… Read More

Happy Father’s Day weekend! Here’s the roundup of live music for the Santa Cruz Mountains and around town…and a few cool events outside the area…for June 17 through June 19, 2022! Even more good news! There are pancakes! Enjoy the Fathers Day Pancake Breakfast at the Zayante Firehouse: https://fb.me/e/6hdk5AqJR Friday, June 17 Father’s Day Bluegrass FestivalNevada County FairgroundsThursday – Sunday,… Read More

Run for the shadows! Find a cool, shady spot to kick off your shoes and sway. Here’s the roundup of live music and other festive events for the weekend of June 10, 2022. Friday, June 10 Blue at San Gregorio General StoreFriday, June 10 from 4:00 to 6:00sangregoriostore.com/music Paperback Ryders at Michael’s On MainFriday, June 10 at 5:00https://fb.me/e/aa1eHkyZw The Beach… Read More

A celebration of life and two-day music festival is taking place at Junction Park in Boulder Creek on Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22 to honor local musician and musician’s advocate, Barry Tanner. Tanner passed away in January of 2021 after a long battle with cancer. This is the time to remember his talent and his commitment to the… Read More

Major music this May Day weekend in the Santa Cruz Mountains and close by! Temps in the low 70s, breezy sunshine, and ample opportunity to let down your hair! Here’s the roundup of live music for the weekend of April 29, 2022! Friday, April 29 Three on the Tree at San Gregorio General StoreFriday, April 29 from 4:00 to 6:00sangregoriostore.com/music… Read More

Here’s to plenty of music to dance to in the month of April, fine weather ahead, and new things to explore! Here’s the Live Music Weekend Roundup for April 1, 2022. Calendar by Julie. Friday, April 1 45 Fridays Reggae Spins at New Bohemia BrewingFriday, April 1 at 4:00https://fb.me/e/2bj5vopTp Mike Grimes at San Gregorio General StoreFriday, April 1 from 4:00… Read More