Things to do in Santa Cruz

Saturday, Oct 10

ACID BATH with High On Fire, Melvins, & Windhand

UCSC Quarry Amphitheater

Join ACID BATH and other heavy bands at UCSC Quarry Amphitheater for a powerful night of music. A must for metal fans.

Saturday, Oct 10

AMERICAN UNDERDOG

Mission West

Enjoy free live music featuring American Underdog. A great night for blues and rock lovers.

Sunday, Oct 11

Pyrograph

Abbott Square Market

Catch Pyrograph performing live at Abbott Square Market in Santa Cruz. A great event for rock and alternative music fans.

Sunday, Oct 11

STARDUST CABARET BELLY DANCING MAGIC

Mission West

Experience the art of belly dancing magic with Stardust Cabaret. Ideal for fans of dance and performance art.

Sunday, Oct 11

SCARLETT FYRE

Mission West

Enjoy a tribute to The Grateful Dead with SCARLETT FYRE. A must-attend for fans of classic rock.

Saturday, Oct 17

Dead Kampers

Mission West

Catch Dead Kampers live for a free music event featuring cowpunk and surf rock at Mission West.

Saturday, Oct 17

Man in Black

Abbott Square Market

Enjoy classic Johnny Cash songs performed by Man in Black at Abbott Square Market in Santa Cruz.

Sunday, Oct 18

KOLLATERAL DAMAGE

Mission West

Catch Kollateral Damage performing live music at Mission West. A free event for music lovers.

Sunday, Oct 18

Santa Cruz Comedy Festival

Abbott Square Market

Enjoy a night of laughter at the Santa Cruz Comedy Festival. A fun event for comedy fans.

Sunday, Oct 18

DEAD ON DECK

Mission West

Enjoy a tribute to the Grateful Dead with DEAD ON DECK at Mission West. Great for fans of live music and tribute shows.

Sunday, Oct 18

BLVK H3RO LIVE & THE 3PEAT BAND + SELECTA 7

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Enjoy a night of reggae and dancehall with BLVK H3RO and The 3PEAT BAND at Woodhouse Blending & Brewing. Great for music fans.

Sunday, Oct 18

BLVK H3RO & THE 3PEAT BAND PLUS - BLAKKAMOORE - BIG KLEF- SELECTA 7 SOUND

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Enjoy a live performance by Grammy Nominated BLVK H3RO with The 3PEAT Band and DJs. A great night for music lovers.

Thursday, Oct 22

YOUNG SOUL REBELS - A film by Isaac Julian

UCSC Quarry Amphitheater

Join a screening of Isaac Julien's film Young Soul Rebels at UCSC Quarry Amphitheater. A must-see for film enthusiasts and culture lovers.

Saturday, Oct 24

TRESTLES/ NOT YET, OLD DOG/ SLIDER

Mission West

Enjoy a night of rock and roll at Mission West with TRESTLES, NOT YET, OLD DOG, and SLIDER. A great party for music fans.

Sunday, Oct 25

SHANNON PLAYS THE DEAD

Mission West

Enjoy live music celebrating The Grateful Dead with Shannon. A great event for music fans.

Sunday, Oct 25

Edge of the West & Taylor Rae's Lemongrass

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Enjoy live music from Edge of the West and Taylor Rae at Woodhouse Blending & Brewing. A delightful mix of roots and folk.

Thursday, Oct 29

HONEY DISPOSITION

Mission West

Enjoy original tunes by Honey Disposition in a cozy setting. Perfect for live music lovers looking for a chill vibe.

Saturday, Oct 31

LOS DARKS and BEAST

Mission West

Experience a thrilling Halloween show with LOS DARKS and BEAST at Mission West featuring rock and urban music.

Saturday, Oct 31

Afrobeats and more Halloween party

Abbott Square Market

Celebrate Halloween with Afrobeats and more at Abbott Square Market in Santa Cruz. A lively night for music lovers.

Sunday, Nov 1

HALLOWEEN with SPACE HEATER

Mission West

Join the annual Halloween party featuring Space Heater and a dance party at Mission West in Santa Cruz.

Sunday, Nov 1

ROSEBUD

Mission West

Join the celebration of The Grateful Dead every Sunday at Mission West. Perfect for fans of tribute bands and live music.

Saturday, Nov 7

Los Pendejos Imbeciles Band

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Enjoy live music from Los Pendejos Imbeciles Band while savoring craft brews at Woodhouse Blending & Brewing.

Saturday, Nov 14

HEARTFEAST

Mission West

FREE LIVE MUSIC on our back patio StageHEARTFEASTGenre Fluid Instrumental Progressive Rock7-10pmNo Cover. Tips Appreciated21+ Only

Saturday, Dec 5

1970's Rock Revue

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Enjoy classic 1970s rock music performed by a talented ensemble at Woodhouse Blending. A must-see for rock music fans.

Monday, Dec 7

Horse Feathers

Woodhouse Blending & Brewing

Experience Horse Feathers live in Santa Cruz for a unique musical journey. Perfect for fans of indie folk and craft brews.