Krampus Fest

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… Read More

Quail Court Consort

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,… Read More

Crocker Theater Annual Nutcracker Ballet

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… Read More

Trolley Drops Christmas Extravaganza

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’… Read More

Pop the Cork and Paint w/ Sarah Orre

Painting class with wine! The Historic Brookdale Lodge is excited to host our next “Pop the Cork & Paint” with local artist and instructor, Sarah Orre on Saturday, December 9 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. October’s theme: “Northern Cardinal.” This popular event is held in the Brookdale Lounge. Doors open at 4:45 pm. $60 per ticket or two tickets for… Read More

7th Annual Reindeer Run

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… Read More

Small Business Saturday and Night Market

Holiday shopping in Felton. Lighting the town tree. Visit from Santa. Felton gears up to celebrate Small Business Saturday in a unique and exciting way! On this special day, shoppers can indulge in the convenience of complimentary pedicab rides from the strip to the parking areas. This year marks the 10th SCM Makers Market at Felton Town Hall. Shop from… Read More

Mike Renwick’s Holiday Deluxe

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… Read More

Holiday Lights Train

Holiday Lights Train at Roaring Camp November 24-25, December 2-3, 9-10, 16-23. A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past the homes of Santa Cruz. Live music by Steve Bennett, playing holiday classics to sing along to. Visit with Santa… Read More