Kids Activities & Events Near Santa Cruz, CA

Jul 16 โ€“ Jul 23 · 4134 events · 2161 free

Family-friendly activities in Santa Cruz and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: Watsonville, Saratoga, Aptos, Scotts Valley, Felton

There are 250 things to do with the kids near Santa Cruz this week, including 191 that are free. That includes things happening at Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Main Library, and Saratoga Library. Everything's within about 50 miles, including nearby Watsonville and Saratoga. Tap "Free", "Today", or "This Weekend" to narrow it down.

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Teen Taste-Off

Watsonville • Main Library · 16 mi

Free ๐Ÿง’ Kids ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Indoor

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Tue, Sep 15·4 PM โ€“ 5 PM

Teen Taste-Off

Watsonville • Main Library · 16 mi

Free ๐Ÿง’ Kids ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Indoor

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Tue, Oct 20·4 PM โ€“ 5 PM

Teen Taste-Off

Watsonville • Main Library · 16 mi

Free ๐Ÿง’ Kids ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Indoor

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Tue, Nov 17·4 PM โ€“ 5 PM

Teen Taste-Off

Watsonville • Main Library · 16 mi

Free ๐Ÿง’ Kids ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Indoor

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Tue, Dec 15·4 PM โ€“ 5 PM

Teen Taste-Off

Watsonville • Main Library · 16 mi

Free ๐Ÿง’ Kids ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Indoor

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Questions about kids events in Santa Cruz

What are free kids events in Santa Cruz this week?

Yes, there are 2161 free kids events around Santa Cruz this week. Think library story times, park programs, and community days. Tap the "Free" filter at the top to see just those.

What are the best things to do with kids in Santa Cruz this weekend?

There are 44 family events on around Santa Cruz this weekend, from outdoor festivals to art classes and live shows. Tap "Sat" or "Sun" in the day tabs to see just those.

Are there summer camps and multi-day programs near Santa Cruz?

They show up as registration opens, usually spring into early summer. Tap the "Camps" filter and check back through the season as new ones get announced near Santa Cruz.

How far do the Santa Cruz event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Santa Cruz, so you'll see events in town and in the surrounding area. Each card shows how far it is, so you can skip the long drives on days you're not up for them.

How often are Santa Cruz kids events updated?

Daily. We check local venue sites, parks departments, libraries, and community calendars around Santa Cruz every day, and the page refreshes through the day so you're seeing current listings.

Which venues have kids events in Santa Cruz this week?

This week's listings include Santa Cruz Public Libraries, Main Library, and Saratoga Library. Each card shows how far the venue is and links to the source so you can check times and register.