Santa Cruz Mountains News & Events
Winter Festival in Boulder Creek holiday crafts, live music, Santa, and lighting the town tree. Santa has it on his calendar to come to Boulder Creek again! The BCBA, BCRPD, and IOOF have partnered for this winter themed event that will have activities, hay rides, DIY crafts, food, drinks, vendors, live music, and Santa himself with his entourage of elves!…
We're at it again! Part performance, part pub-crawl - all holiday FUN! Adult holiday shenanigans in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Come join us on the streets (all two of them) and establishments of Felton for the Smallest SantaCon in California! Starting location to be announced. Ho! Ho! Ho! Read more in the San Lorenzo Valley Post: slvpost.com/felton-santacon-celebrates-a-decade-of-absurdity
Ho ho ho!! It's time for the China Cats' awesome annual Holiday Bash at the Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Hall on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 7:30 to 10:30 pm! Tickets: Advance $20 | Door $25 https://bit.ly/ChinaCatsHolidayBash The China Cats are the Bay area’s premiere Grateful Dead Tribute band, performing with the same lineup of players for more than 10…
A weekly Grateful Dead Experience at Felton Music Hall. Every week Matt Hartle is joined by a different lineup of musicians. This week Matt Hartle is joined by Dave Hebert and the rest of Steely Dead.
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…
The 18th Annual Holiday Hootenanny will be held on Friday, December 8 at 5:00 pm at the Devil's Canyon Brewing Co. in San Carlos. The Northern California Bluegrass Society welcomes this iconic FREE winter event. Wear your seasonal finery and we'll see you there! Make plans to join us for some of the best bluegrass in the Bay Area plus…
The Stinkfoot Orchestra is a 14 piece tribute to Frank Zappa, the legendary musician and composer. Join us for an unforgettable evening of Zappa's iconic music performed live by this talented ensemble. Get ready to groove, laugh, and be blown away by their incredible musicianship! The event will be held at the Veterans Memorial Building, a fantastic venue that provides…
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…
Let your creativity abound at the San Lorenzo Valley Museum festive family holiday themed craft event, suitable for all ages (3 and up).
Do you enjoy looking through old buildings learning about their stories? Join Park Docent, Richard James, on a tour through the Quail Hollow Ranch house. Learn about its history from the Watermelon King to Sun-Kissed Ranch, Sunset Magazine, and beyond. This informative tour will give you the opportunity to find out about four of the families who made the ranch…
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…
For nearly two decades Mike Renwick gathers his musician buddies to perform this holiday show that doesn't go too heavy on the themes but rather tends toward old-school soul, R&B, and other rock songs to a room packed with folks just looking for a light and fun hang on a cold winter's night. A part of the Bay Area music…
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,…
Come celebrate the season at Felton Covered Bridge Park! Join us Sunday, December 17 from 11am to 3pm for a traditional Holiday Market on the bridge, complete with arts & crafts, delicious food & beverages, music, holiday lights, and other festivities. Great opportunity to get last minute handcrafted gifts from local artists and to socialize with your neighbors. The Felton…
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…
A traditional Irish session every Third Thursday at Rosie McCann's in downtown Santa Cruz from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. All ages, full bar and dinner menu! Suitable for the experienced Celtic style musician and for anyone who enjoys listening to local acoustic folk music. Julie Horner and David Chadwick lead the tunes. Co-hosted by Irish Culture Bay Area and the…
Celebrate holiday festivities with the Edge of the West and their rock n' roots honkytonk jam band on Saturday, December 23 from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. No cover for this intimate evening of live music in the Fireside Lounge! Happy Holidays! Jim Lewin's Edge of the West plays catchy, quirky originals and outlaw hippie alt-country, Americana & the Grateful Dead.…
The Trout Farm Inn presents a new live music night: Saturdays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. Master guitar player and singer Ted Welty plays solo on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
Holiday fun! The 7th Annual Reindeer Run is December 24th, 2023. There will be four heats, including one that focuses on animals! Registration is open at www.bcrpd.org and through the QR code. This year BCRD Foundation will host this fun family friendly 5k through downtown BC and Irwin Way. Heats 9am Runners 9:20am Joggers 9:40am Families and Joggers 10am Animals Early…
Join the pre-New Year's Eve party at the Historic Brookdale Lodge Friday, December 31 from 5:00 pm to 2:00 am. Live music, art, dancing until the wee hours. Discounted hotel rooms available use "Raindance" when you call. (831) 609-6010 21+ Tickets | $40 eventbrite.com/e/nu-nu-nu-4-yu-tickets-760805759507 Here's the lineup: Fort Knox Five (British Columbia, DC) Smasheltooth (Raindance Portland) Māh Zē Tar (Active member…
The Trout Farm Inn presents a new live music night: Saturdays from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. Singer-songwriter Anthony Arya performs on Saturday, December 30, 2023.
New Year's Eve at Henflings of Ben Lomond! Teddy Bear Soul Patch is an amalgamation of real live players featuring David Hunt Cameron, Lachlann Kane, Rob Wenig, Dave Welsh and Scott Cooper. This is top quality jammin' jazz funk and soulful groove to ring in the new year! No cover!
Ring in the new year at the Brookdale Roaring 20s New Years Eve Party! Flaunt your feathers and glitz your glam! Dress to impress and get ready to dance the night away! You are cordially invited to a Roaring 20s, New Year's Celebration at the Historic Brookdale Lodge presented by Sin Sisters Burlesque & Drag and Brookdale Big Queer Events.…
New Year's Eve in Santa Cruz. Ring in the New Year 2024 with the China Cats Grateful Dead tribute and jam band goodness on Sunday, December 31 starting at 8:00 pm! Early ticket discounts, make plans to join the celebration in the beautiful vintage ballroom at the Santa Cruz Veterans Memorial Chris G. Matthews Hall: $45 | All Ages Tickets: https://bit.ly/3qLqFHj…
Dynamic quartet unleashes an unforgettable night of music, laughter, friendship, and pure rock 'n' roll chaos to welcome 2024 with a bang! Meet the ultimate rock and roll sensation, Quinn Becker and Friends, as they gear up for an electrifying New Year's Eve celebration at the one and only Joe's Bar! This dynamic quartet is about to unleash an unforgettable…
New Year's Eve in Felton. Sunday December 31 2023 @ Felton Music Hall w/ AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Coffis Brothers Doors 9PM / Show 10PM Tickets $43 / $53 / VIP $78 (+ $2 FF on top) 21+ VIP Includes GA Ticket, Priority Entry, Poster, Glass of Champagne Link: https://tixr.com/e/81806