What's happening in Santa Cruz this weekend?

There are 11 events happening in Santa Cruz this weekend (April 24 – April 26, 2026), including 5 music, 2 community, 2 theater events. Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.

Are there free things to do in Santa Cruz this weekend?

Yes! There are 5 free events in Santa Cruz this weekend, including concerts, open mics, and community events. Browse them all on VenuNite.

Where can I find things to do in Santa Cruz, California?

VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Santa Cruz. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

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Your Weekend Guide to Santa Cruz

April 24 – April 26, 2026 · 11 events

This weekend in Santa Cruz, California brings 11 live events across the city — from music to community to theater. 5 events are free. Here's what's on.

Music (5)Community (2)Theater (2)Food & Drink (2)Free (5)

Friday, April 24

1:00 AM · Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

Light Mirror Reflections by Ragini

$0-$11Community

2:00 AM · Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Jane Monheit Duo

FreeTheater

3:00 AM · The Crepe Place

THE APRICOTS, BURNOUT, DOG EYES

$11.30Music

Saturday, April 25

12:30 AM · Stockwell Cellars

SIP, SAVOR & SWAY with us this Friday

FreeMusic

2:00 AM · Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Kuumbwa Jazz & Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music Present: 'A Change is Gonna Come' feat. Palaver Strings & Nicholas Phan

FreeCommunity

3:00 AM · Crow's Nest Restaurant

John Michael Band

Sunday, April 26

2:00 AM · Kuumbwa Jazz Center

Poi Rogers and Grey DeLisle with Eddie Clendening & The Blue Ribbon Boys

FreeTheater

3:00 AM · Crow's Nest Restaurant

Cake By The Ocean

$8 coverFood & Drink

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's happening in Santa Cruz this weekend?: There are 11 events happening in Santa Cruz this weekend (April 24 – April 26, 2026), including 5 music, 2 community, 2 theater events. Browse the full lineup on VenuNite.
Are there free things to do in Santa Cruz this weekend?: Yes! There are 5 free events in Santa Cruz this weekend, including concerts, open mics, and community events. Browse them all on VenuNite.
Where can I find things to do in Santa Cruz, California?: VenuNite aggregates live events from venues across Santa Cruz. Browse by date, venue, or event type to find what's happening near you.

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3:00 AM · Crow's Nest Restaurant

Kid Kameleon & The Lounge Lizards

$6 coverMusic

$7 coverMusic

3:00 AM · The Crepe Place

IAN GEORGE AND THE KNEE POCKETS

$11.30Music

11:00 PM · Stockwell Cellars

Music by Ken Koenig Jazz group

FreeFood & Drink