Summer Isn't Over Yet! Here's What's Still Happening Around Santa Cruz County
Summer may be flying by, but there's still plenty of time to get outside and enjoy everything Santa Cruz County has to offer. If you're looking for a fun family outing, a date night, or just an excuse to enjoy the sunshine, here are a few local events worth adding to your calendar.
🎬 Movies on the Beach at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
📅 Fridays through August 7
📍 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
There's nothing quite like watching a movie with your toes in the sand. Bring a blanket or low-back chair and enjoy a free movie under the stars.
Upcoming Movie:
August 7: The Goonies (9:00 PM)
More information:
https://beachboardwalk.com/movies/
🎶 Capitola Twilight Concert Series
📅 Wednesday evenings through August 19
📍 Esplanade Park, Capitola Village
Pack a picnic or grab dinner from one of the local restaurants and enjoy free live music overlooking the beach. It's one of the best ways to spend a summer evening on the coast.
Event information:
https://www.santacruz.org/category/things-to-do/
🛍️ First Friday Santa Cruz
📅 Friday, August 7
📍 Downtown Santa Cruz & participating galleries
Local galleries, artists, musicians, and businesses come together for an evening celebrating Santa Cruz's creative community. Many locations offer free admission and special exhibits.
More information:
https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-events/
🎵 Tuesday Night Live at the Santa Cruz Wharf
📅 August 11 & August 25 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Santa Cruz Wharf Commons
Enjoy free live music overlooking Monterey Bay while supporting local Wharf businesses. Bring a chair, grab dinner, and enjoy a relaxing summer evening.
More information:
https://www.santacruz.org/blog/free-summer-movies-and-concerts-at-the-beach/
🎥 Movies at the Beach in Capitola
📅 Friday, August 28
📍 Esplanade Park, Capitola Village
Summer wraps up with another free outdoor movie by the beach. Bring blankets and low-back chairs for a fun evening with family and friends.
More information:
https://www.santacruz.org/upcoming-event/santa-cruz-beach-boardwalk-free-the-goonies-movie-on-the-beach/
No matter how you spend the rest of the season, we hope you find time to enjoy everything that makes Santa Cruz County such a special place to call home. Supporting local events is a wonderful way to connect with the community, discover new favorites, and make the most of these beautiful summer days.