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Santa Cruz Makers Market

September 20, 2026

The Santa Cruz Makers Market featuring 40+ local artisan vendors is held the third Sunday of every month on the 1100 block of Pacific Avenue (between Cathcart and Lincoln Streets).

CanceledCedar St. Music Festival

September 20, 2026

Join the Cedar St. Music Festival on September 20, from 12:00 PM–6:00 PM, at Cedar Street between Maple & Laurel! Enjoy live performances from local Santa Cruz artists, discover unique vendors, and celebrate the community through music and fun.

City Council Meeting

September 22, 2026

City Council Meeting

Volunteer at Trescony Gardens

September 22, 2026

Help address an invasive-plant issue in the Trescony Garden. We’ll also be supporting our OLLI/UCSC group as they propagate native plants for a future community planting day.

Santa Cruz Back to School Y2K Rave

September 22, 2026

EMD / Top 40 | 1900 Capacity | 18+

🚨 BACK TO SCHOOL PARTY 🚨

🥳 THE CITY’S BIGGEST 18+ BACK-TO-SCHOOL PARTY IS GOING DOWN FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY

🏙 WE’RE TAKING OVER THE TOP NIGHTCLUB IN THE CITY

🤯 BIG CROWD. BIG PRODUCTION. BIG FIRST NIGHT BACK.

💥 HOUSE • REMIXES • EDM ALL NIGHT 💥
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City News

Police Chief Bernie Escalante Announces Retirement After Over 30 Years

Published on September 17, 2026

The City of Santa Cruz announces the retirement of Police Chief Bernie Escalante following over 30 years of service with the Santa Cruz Police Department and a career dedicated to serving the community he has called home throughout his life.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum: 40 Years & Restored Lighthouse | Sept. 26

Published on September 15, 2026

The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum’s 40th anniversary and the restoration of the lighthouse beacon on September 26 at Lighthouse Point. The event features the unveiling of a plaque honoring contributors, community stories, and the ongoing preservation of this landmark. The museum, opened in 1986, remains a tribute to local surfing he

Murray Street Bridge to Reopen to Eastbound Traffic Sept. 28

Published on September 14, 2026

The City of Santa Cruz will reopen the Murray Street Bridge to one-lane, eastbound-only traffic on Monday, Sept. 28, marking the end of the project’s extended full-closure periods.
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