Digital News Report – Santa Cruz is a great place to live and work. Here is a list of local events for the fall and winter of 2010.
Free Friday Night Bands
Aug 29, 2010 – Sep 03, 2010
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Two free live concerts Friday nights with stars of the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. All shows feature an American Sign Language interpreter. This event takes place Friday nights between…
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International Jazz Series
Aug 29, 2010 – Aug 08, 2011
Kuumbwa Jazz Center Santa Cruz, CA 95060
World class jazz artists perform in concert. Open to all ages. Serving dinner, beer, wine and beverages. Every Monday night throughout the year.
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Ocean Speedway Weekly Racing Series
Sep 03, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
American Stocks, 4-Bangers, Ocean Late Models, Dwarf Cars.
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Watsonville Fly In and Air Show
Sep 03, 2010 – Sep 05, 2010
Watsonville Airport Watsonville, CA 95076
Since 1965, features 400 vintage planes, military and experimental displays, strategic displays, airborne performers, food vendors and fireworks and lots of aviation-related… 40,000 Attendees
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Capitola Begonia Festival
Sep 03, 2010 – Sep 06, 2010
Capitola Village Capitola, CA 95010
Since 1953, Annual event includes a Nautical parade of home-built floats covered with begonia blossoms on Soquel Creek, Sand Sculpture on Capitola Beach, Horseshoe Tournament,…
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Great Train Robberies
Sep 04, 2010 – Sep 06, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Witness shootouts of famed lawmen and notorious outlaws from the 1880s at Bear Mountain. Blazing reenactments demonstrate why the West was wild.
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Greek Culture and Food Festival
Sep 10, 2010 – Sep 12, 2010
Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Featuring traditional Greek foods and pastries. Continuous live Greek music and dancing. OPA!
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Capitola Art and Wine Festival
Sep 11, 2010 – Sep 12, 2010
Capitola Village Capitola, CA 95010
Since 1983, A great way to entertain the family, the Capitola Art and Wine Festival combines art, wine, music and food all in Capitola Village by the Sea. Over 185 artists and 15…
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antiques Street Faire
Sep 12, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA 95060
The “Original” downtown antique faire with over 40 vendors offer an eclectic blend of American and European antiques and collectibles. This event is held the second Sunday of…
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Big Kahuna Triathalon Expo
Sep 12, 2010
Depot Park Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Island-style open-air bazaar with multi-sport equipment from the best in the business.
Santa Cruz County Fair
Sep 14, 2010 – Sep 19, 2010
Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
Since 1896, Six days of fun and festivities, including a large carnival with rides, children’s entertainment and lots of delicious food.
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Ohlone Day
Sep 18, 2010
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Felton, CA 95018
Celebrate the Ohlone Indians by learning about their culture, dance, dress, food, ceremonies and traditions.
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Moonlight Dinner Train
Sep 18, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Enjoy a sumptuous barbeque dinner and live country musical entertainment as you ride the train through a redwood forest lit by flashlight, with a mountaintop bonfire and…
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Race Night at the Fair
Sep 19, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
IMCA Mods., 4 Bangers, Destruction Derby. Free with Fair admission.
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Monterey Bay Birding Festival
Sep 23, 2010 – Sep 26, 2010
Watsonville Civic Plaza Watsonville, CA 95076
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced birder, you’ll discover new places and new birds at the Monterey Bay Birding Festival in the Pajaro Valley and Monterey Bay region. Jon…
1,000 Attendees
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Ocean Sprints Night #11
Sep 24, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
360 Sprints, Wingless Sprints, IMCA Mods.
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Oktoberfest
Sep 24, 2010 – Sep 26, 2010
Tyrolean Inn Ben Lomond, CA 95018
Traditional German food, beer and live music, a beer stein holding contest and a pretzel count. Also Featuring a dance floor, kids bouncehouse and other activities.
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Big Basin Founder’s Day and Redwood Jubilee
Sep 25, 2010
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Celebrate our heritage with a melodrama, historic hikes and games for kids where the movement to Save the Tree began.
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Thunderbirds on the Wharf
Sep 25, 2010
Santa Cruz Wharf Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Dozens of gorgeous T-birds flock to the wharf at this annual Monterey Bay Classic Thunderbird Club Invitational. Featuring cars from 1955-1966 that are loved for their…
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UCSC Farm and Garden Harvest Festival
Sep 25, 2010
The Center for Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Celebrate the fall harvest – live music, food, kids’ activities, an apple pie bake-off, and more!
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Ocean Speedway Weekly Racing Series
Oct 01, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
IMCA Modified Western Nationals Shoot Out and 4 Banger Nationals.
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Harvest Fair
Oct 02, 2010 – Oct 03, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Celebrate Harvest Time and Halloween. View demonstrations on quilting, knitting, embroidery, fashion design and candy making at the Craft Faire presented by the Twisted Stitchers….
3,500 Attendees
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Ocean Sprint Night #12
Oct 08, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
360 Sprint Cars, Wingless Sprints, American Stocks, Micro 600’s.
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Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza
Oct 09, 2010
Seacliff State Beach Aptos, CA 95003
Since 1995. A wonderful family event featuring over 50 game and food booths, live entertainment and a fireworks display like you have never seen!
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Lobster Feed
Oct 09, 2010
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Felton, CA 95018
Gourmet dining in the Redwoods! A pound and a half of whole Maine lobster, with all the trimmings. The complete dinner package includes salad, corn, beverages and dessert….
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Hot Rods at the Beach
Oct 09, 2010 – Oct 10, 2010
Beach Street Parking Lot Santa Cruz, CA 95060
A family oriented event featuring 500 classic and hot rod vehicles 1973 or older. Raffle, food, music and more!
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Welcome Back Monarchs Day
Oct 10, 2010
Natural Bridges State Park Santa Cruz, CA 95060
This annual festival honors the return of Monarch Butterflies to their overwintering habitat. Monarch music, information and activities for the whole family. See Monarch Man and…
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antiques Street Faire
Oct 10, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA 95060
The “Original” downtown antique faire with over 40 vendors offer an eclectic blend of American and European antiques and collectibles. This event is held the second Sunday of…
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Ocean Sprints Night #13
Oct 15, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
360 Sprints, Micro 600’s, 4 Bangers. Final Points Race.
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Apple Butter Festival
Oct 16, 2010
Gizdich Ranch Watsonville, CA 95076
Apple butter canning, antique engines, crafts, hayrides, BBQ, fresh apples, juice pressing, bakery, antiques, pumpkin patch, farm park, deli and more.
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O’Neill Cold Water Classic
Oct 19, 2010 – Oct 24, 2010
Lighthouse Point Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Since 1986 this 4-star men’s surfing event has thrilled spectators amid the rugged waters of Santa Cruz.
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Dwarf Car Regional and American Stock Shoot-Out
Oct 22, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
BAD Dwarf cars and American stock.
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Dwarf Car Regional and American Stock Shoot-Out
Oct 23, 2010
Ocean Speedway at Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Watsonville, CA 95076
BAD Dwarf cars and American Stock. Fan Appreciation Night – Everyone is Free – (Front gate only)
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Santa Cruz Mask Festival
Oct 23, 2010
Louden Nelson Center Santa Cruz, CA 95062
The Santa Cruz Mask Festival has it all: dance, theater, storytellers. A fun filled day for the whole family to enjoy masks and stories from around the world.
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Moonlight Dinner Train
Oct 23, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Enjoy a sumptuous barbeque dinner and live country musical entertainment as you ride the train through a redwood forest lit by flashlight, with a mountaintop bonfire and…
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Ghost Train
Oct 29, 2010 – Oct 30, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ride a steam train to Bear Mountain through a haunted redwood forest as you relive “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”. Follow Ichabod Crane as he flees the Headless Horseman….
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Children’s Halloween Downtown
Oct 31, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Halloween activities, costume parade and merchant Trick-or Treat on Pacific Avenue from Laurel to Water Street.
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Halloween on the Wharf
Oct 31, 2010
Santa Cruz Wharf Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Little witches, goblins, ghosts and their parents can enjoy safe and sane trick-or-treating at this holiday celebration on the Wharf.
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Halloween Parade
Oct 31, 2010
Capitola Village Capitola, CA 95010
Join ghosts, goblins, and fairy princesses at the annual Halloween Parade. Following the parade, enjoy Trick or Treat bags, face painting and pumkin painting. I Love a Parade!
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Downtown Santa Cruz Antiques Street Faire
Nov 14, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA 95060
The “Original” downtown antique faire with over 40 vendors offer an eclectic blend of American and European antiques and collectibles. This event is held the second Sunday of…
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Holiday Tree Walk
Nov 26, 2010 – Nov 28, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ring in the holiday season at Roaring Camp’s Holiday Tree Walk. Passengers riding the steam train will delight in the tree-lined walk of festive holiday trees displayed atop Bear…
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Holiday Lights Train
Nov 27, 2010 – Dec 23, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ride a beautifully lit holiday train through Victorian Santa Cruz as you sip hot spiced cider, listen to carolers and travel to a surprise meeting with Santa Claus. Reservations…
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Surfin’ Santa
Nov 27, 2010
Capitola Village Capitola, CA 95010
Santa and his reindeer surf into Capitola Beach, towel off, take Christmas requests and hand out candy canes.
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Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train
Nov 27, 2010
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ride vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, as they roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Sing along to seasonal carols while sipping…
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Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train
Dec 04, 2010 – Dec 05, 2010
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ride vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, as they roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Sing along to seasonal carols while sipping…
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Light Boat Parade
Dec 04, 2010
Santa Cruz Harbor Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Features 50 decorated boats parading throughout Santa Cruz Harbor, rain or shine. Family-oriented festival
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Holiday Tree Walk
Dec 04, 2010 – Dec 05, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ring in the holiday season at Roaring Camp’s Holiday Tree Walk. Passengers riding the steam train will delight in the tree-lined walk of festive holiday trees displayed atop Bear…
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Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade
Dec 04, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Join the fun as floats, marching bands, horses, classic cars, Santa and downtown’s Grand Marshall make their way down Pacific Avenue.
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Lighted Boat Parade
Dec 04, 2010
Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Features 50 decorated boats parading throughout Santa Cruz Harbor. This festive family-oriented event is a great kick-off to the holiday season!
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Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train
Dec 10, 2010 – Dec 12, 2010
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ride vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, as they roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Sing along to seasonal carols while sipping…
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Holiday Tree Walk
Dec 11, 2010 – Dec 12, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ring in the holiday season at Roaring Camp’s Holiday Tree Walk. Passengers riding the steam train will delight in the tree-lined walk of festive holiday trees displayed atop Bear…
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Snow Night-Downtown Santa Cruz
Dec 16, 2010
Downtown Santa Cruz Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Kids 12 and under get a chance to experience a “White Christmas,” featuring a snow play area. Food donation required.
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Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train
Dec 17, 2010 – Dec 23, 2010
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Ride vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, as they roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Sing along to seasonal carols while sipping…
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Holiday Tree Walk
Dec 18, 2010 – Dec 19, 2010
Roaring Camp Railroads Felton, CA 95018
Ring in the holiday season at Roaring Camp’s Holiday Tree Walk. Passengers riding the steam train will delight in the tree-lined walk of festive holiday trees displayed atop Bear…