Fun & Free Things To Do In Santa Cruz - Downtown Events

If you're looking for things to do in Santa Cruz, look no further than the city's downtown district, home to unique shops, delicious restaurants, and a vibrant live music scene. With numerous events held throughout the year, downtown Santa Cruz is always lively and bustling. To help you out, we've provided a list of 3 fun and free events held regularly in downtown Santa Cruz that are not to be missed!

Santa Cruz Farmers Market

As the largest and longest running market in the city, the downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market is definitely worth checking out. The market is home to numerous local vendors of fresh produce and farm products, as well as local baked goods and artisan foods. There are also several arts and crafts vendors, selling locally made…

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Fun Holiday Events In Santa Cruz 2014

Santa Cruz Holiday Events

Well, it’s that time of year again. With the hours of preparation for Thanksgiving and Black Friday's hectic shopping spree behind us, our attention now turns to December’s holiday season. For people who celebrate Christmas & other holidays, this time of year can bring both beautiful and stressful moments. Even though we may feel the time pressure to get everyone the perfect gift and frantically prepare everything for the big day, it is crucial to mix in a few fun holiday events and simply enjoy spending time with your loved ones.

Spending time with family & friends is the most important part of the holiday season. To help you find some fun activities for your family to enjoy, we have compiled a list of our favorite…

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Santa Cruz Mountain Wine & Shopping, The Perfect Pairing

Are you are a wine connoisseur? Or perhaps you just want to try some great local wines to see what you like, before purchasing an entire bottle. Well then mark November 16, 2014 down in your calendar. That's right, The Downtown Santa Cruz Wine Walk is back. This unique wine tasting event pairs delicious local Santa Cruz Mountain wineries with some of your favorite downtown shops. Enjoy casually strolling from store to store, where you browse the store's merchandise, while also being treated to tastings from some Santa Cruz's best wineries.

This is the best pairing since wine & cheese. This event is also a great way to get introduced to some fantastic locally produced wines, without having to commit to a full glass or bottle.

The Downtown Santa Cruz…

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Santa Cruz Wharf Centennial Celebration

On Saturday, October 4th, come take part in the Santa Cruz Wharf Centennial Celebration. The event festivities will include a fireworks show, live music, face painting, bocce, photo booths, pop up museums and much more. Attendees are encouraged to dress up as they take in the historical reenactment of the 1914 opening day procession, which will include the Santa Cruz High School leading antique cars, costumed characters, musicians and local legends on the Wharf. The Wharf's restaurants will also be offering 100 year celebration specials throughout the day! This family friendly, community event takes place from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a fireworks show beginning at 9:00 pm.

Santa Cruz 100 Year Celebration Schedule & Details:

Saturday, October 4,…

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Santa Cruz to Capitola – Wharf to Wharf Race | Santa Cruz

The Beginning

On July 23rd in 1973 a handful of locals got together for the first race and since then the event has grown dramatically. Today the Wharf to Wharf race has gained critical acclaim as being the one of the ‘Best Little Road Races in California’. Every summer on the fourth Sunday of July, thousands of runners and spectators alike come to Santa Cruz for the annual six-mile (or 10K) race, dubbed ‘Capitola-by-the-Sea’. It starts at Main Beach in Santa Cruz and finishes in Capitola.

Popularity of Wharf to Wharf

As the race grew in popularity, so did its business profile. As one of the biggest events of the summer, it is hugely beneficial to local businesses. It’s estimated that eight million dollars is infused into the economy of Santa…

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Summer Fun In The Backyard Of Your Own Home

Summer is gearing up, and the great summer holidays are right around the corner. From 4th of July picnics and fireworks to Memorial Day barbeques, and every sunny day in between, a little preparation can make your Santa Cruz home a spot for summer fun.

Clean Up The Grill
One of the most popular pieces of outdoor party equipment is the barbeque grill. Over winter, it can accumulate a lot of dust. Propane tanks may need recharging and even the tires might need filling. If the grill wasn't cleaned and stored properly, last summer's leftovers may be hanging on for dear life, and be really hard to get rid of. A good oven spray can help a lot. Spray on a generous amount and let your grill sit in the sun for a few hours before attempting to scrub the food…

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