Santa Cruz Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Santa Cruz, CA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 14, 2026
Events take place across Santa Cruz throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 63 Upcoming Events
- 4 Events This Weekend
- 6 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 63
- sports 25
- concerts 29
- Live Shows 33
- comedy 1
- family 1
- This Weekend 4
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Santa Cruz events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Santa Cruz Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Santa Cruz
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 63
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BASKETBALL, Weekend Event: Santa Cruz Warriors vs. San Diego Clippers at Kaiser Permanente Arena,
140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $39, Avg. price ~ $120, Tickets Available: 383. Select Seats - Nov 14, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Jon Spencer at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $66, 14 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 4:00 PM Sun — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Drag The River at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $60, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 9:00 PM Sun — JAZZ / BLUES, Weekend Event: The California Honeydrops at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $91, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — ALTERNATIVE: As I Lay Dying at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $62, 22 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 19, 2026, 6:00 PM Thu — LECTURE, Pay Later Available: Dav Pilkey at Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $183, Avg. price ~ $211, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Wavy Train ft. Donald Glaude at Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $52, Avg. price ~ $71, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — REGGAE / REGGAETON, Weekend Event: Kabaka Pyramid at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $92, 20 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 25, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — Concert: Blackout Wednesday at Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $57, Avg. price ~ $66, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BASKETBALL, Best Value, High Demand: Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Valley Suns at Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $89, Tickets Available: 520. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK: Jackie Greene at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $49, Avg. price ~ $131, Tickets Available: 32. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 8:30 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: The Inciters at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $45, Avg. price ~ $53, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BASKETBALL, Best Value, High Demand, Weekend Event: Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Valley Suns at Kaiser Permanente Arena, 140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $93, Tickets Available: 570. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — REGGAE / REGGAETON, Weekend Event: Don Carlos & Junior Toots at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $68, Avg. price ~ $83, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 8:30 PM Fri — WRESTLING: Micro Mania Midget Wrestling at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $69, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 9:00 PM Fri — Concert: Bald & Boujee - The Pitbull Tribute Party at Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $55, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 9:00 PM Fri — R&B / SOUL: Dragon Smoke at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $61, Avg. price ~ $110, 24 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: The Expendables at The Catalyst • 800 seats, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $50, Avg. price ~ $57, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Dance...4 U - Slayyyter & Charli XCX Tribute Night at Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst, 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $55, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 9:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Hell's Belles - Tribute to AC/DC at Moe's Alley, 1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063, US. From $47, Avg. price ~ $57, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
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Santa Cruz Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Santa Cruz events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Santa Cruz Warriors
140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 42
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
Jon Spencer
1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Upcoming Events: 13
Nov 14, 2026 9:00 PM
Drag The River
1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Upcoming Events: 5
Nov 15, 2026 4:00 PM
The California Honeydrops
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 20
Nov 15, 2026 9:00 PM
As I Lay Dying
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 39
Nov 18, 2026 7:30 PM
Dav Pilkey
140 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 19, 2026 6:00 PM
Wavy Train
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 21, 2026 7:30 PM
Kabaka Pyramid
1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 21, 2026 9:00 PM
Blackout Wednesday
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 25, 2026 7:00 PM
Jackie Greene
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 27, 2026 8:00 PM
The Inciters
1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 27, 2026 8:30 PM
Don Carlos
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 3
Nov 28, 2026 8:00 PM
Micro Mania Midget Wrestling Tour
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 04, 2026 8:30 PM
Dragon Smoke
1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, CA 95063
Upcoming Events: 4
Dec 04, 2026 9:00 PM
Bald & Boujee - The Pitbull Party
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 04, 2026 9:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Santa Cruz. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Santa Cruz right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Santa Cruz rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Santa Cruz?
Yeah — Santa Cruz doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Santa Cruz?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Santa Cruz, CA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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