Santa Cruz Mountains News & Events
Calling all naughty girls and boys! Celebrate Krampusnacht at the Historic Brookdale Lodge on Tuesday, December 5 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. This is a parade and pagan pub crawl for those over the age of 21. A mythical figure in Central European and Eastern Alpine folklore, Krampus appeared during the Advent season to strike terror into the hearts of…
Hosted by Kitten Cattitude Rescue and held at The Sawmill Restaurant in Boulder Creek Come have your pet's picture taken with Santa! All pets (and humans) are welcome Please have dogs on leash/harness and kitties & smaller animals in carrier Photo Prices: (% goes to KCR) *Digital copy only (1 photo) - $5 (emailed to you; great for making online…
Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker a feast of the season. Saturday, December 9 & Sunday, December 10 | 1 pm & 4:30 pm. Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz. Santa Cruz Ballet Theatre presents its 21st annual production of “The Nutcracker” at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium with live orchestra! Music Director Pamela Martin conducts 52…
Concertino Strings classical music concert, “A Feast of Noels,” is happening on Saturday December 9 at 3:00 pm in the Boulder Creek United Methodist Church beautiful 100+ year old redwood sanctuary. Featuring Concertino Strings 25-piece string orchestra plus expert flute and recorder soloists Kathleen Purcell and Carol Panofsky, and Robert Jackson on organ. Program for the season: Noels for Instruments…
Sharon Allen & The Dusty Blues. Joe’s Bar Annual Christmas Party is Sat. Dec. 9 at 8:30pm. No Cover! Dinner tix: $30 | Raffle tix $2 All proceeds go to Valley Churches Sharon Allen is a veteran performer who delivers her Americana with a blend of her own songs and favorites. Every song is delivered with her sweet voice and persona.…
Let your creativity abound at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum festive family holiday themed craft event, suitable for all ages (3 and up).
Sunday, December 10 | 3 pm - 5 pm. Lompico Park, 10734 Lompico Rd, Felton. Bring a special ornament to hang on the tree. Free hot cocoa and treats. Tree lighting at 4, parade begins at 4:30. Decorate your special car, truck or motorcycle for the parade. The route will go up each side of the canyon. Be festive, drive…
Holiday show in Boulder Creek! The Trolly Drops Christmas Extravaganza. Oldies, Folk, Classic Rock and Jazz Standards rewritten with a Xmas Twist Thu. Dec. 14 at 7:30pm No Cover Sing and laugh along with with the Trolley Drops as they play songs like: Reindeers on the Rise to Credence Clearwater’s Bad Moon Rising, Hey Mr. St. Nick to The Byrds'…
Get ready for an afternoon of festive fun! Join the Gray Bears Saturday, December 16th for the Grey Bears Holiday Meal at the Civic Auditorium, from 11 am to 2 pm. Indulge in delicious food, excellent company, Bingo, and live entertainment. Don't miss out on this exciting event! Reserve your spot today at greybears.org.
Santa Cruz City Ballet annual Nutcracker Ballet charms in its 15th year. Saturday, December 16 and Sunday, December 17 | 1 pm & 4:30 pm. Crocker Theater, 6500 Lower Perimeter Road, Aptos. “As the leaves deepen into beautiful fall colors, it is a true sign that winter is around the corner and with it…magic that only the Nutcracker Ballet can…
Classical music concert in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Saturday, December 16 | 2 pm. Part of the Winter’s Feast of Music at the Boulder Creek United Methodist Church, 12855 Boulder Street, Boulder Creek. The Quail Court Consort, a Bay Area Baroque music ensemble, performs on period instruments under the direction of Loren Tayerle and Eric Finley. Handel, JB Bach, Corelli,…
Join the Santa Cruz Mountains community to celebrate the return of the light this Solstice, Thursday Dec. 21st from 2-5pm at Viscosity Glass in Boulder Creek. Bring the family and enjoy holiday cheer with live music by a variety of local musicians including Brian Valdivia, Sugar By the Pound, Dirt Rakers duo and more! Make your own solstice crown, enjoy…
