55 things to do in Santa Cruz, California this month
October 2026 in Santa Cruz, California brings 55 live events across the city, led by music (38), festival (5), theater (5). 1 events are explicitly listed as free. Here's what's on.
Music (38)Festival (5)Theater (5)Art (4)Comedy (2)
All October 2026 Events
Frequently Asked Questions
What's happening in Santa Cruz in October 2026?
There are 55 events in Santa Cruz, California in October 2026, including THEATRE OF HORRORS: The Sordid Story of Paris' Grand Guignol at Small Theater (7:30 PM), World Class Music Live Presents: El Khat at Kuumbwa Jazz Center, (((folkYEAH))) Presents: PEARL AND THE OYSTERS Live On the Grden Stage at The Crepe Place (7:00 PM), Evergreen Cemetery Illustrated Lecture at The 418 Project (7:30 PM). Browse the full October 2026 calendar on VenuNite.
Are there free things to do in Santa Cruz in October 2026?
Yes — 1 October 2026 event is explicitly listed as free in Santa Cruz. Confirm current entry details on the event page or organizer source.
How do I find events in Santa Cruz for a specific date in October 2026?
VenuNite lists every upcoming event in Santa Cruz, California with date filters. Use the date picker on this page to narrow October 2026 down to a single day or weekend.