City of Santa Cruz Parks & Rec Releases 2026 Fall Activity Guide

Published on August 06, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 6, 2026

Fall Into Fun: City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Releases 2026 Fall Activity Guide
FOPAR Scholarship Deadline Aug. 14

Santa Cruz, CA — The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department has released its 2026 Fall Activity Guide, featuring classes, sports, enrichment programs, fitness, after-school activities, special events, and more for all ages.

Registration opens Monday, August 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Residents are encouraged to browse the guide early and register as soon as registration opens, as many programs fill quickly.

The City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department is committed to making recreation accessible to everyone. Financial assistance is available through the Friends of Parks and Recreation (FOPAR) Scholarship program. Scholarship applications are due Friday, August 14, 2026.

Printed copies of the Fall Activity Guide are available at the Parks & Recreation Administration Office and other locations throughout Santa Cruz. The guide is also available online in English and Spanish, making it easy for everyone to explore programs, plan their fall activities, and register from anywhere.

For more information about programs, scholarships, or registration, contact the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation Department at (831) 420-5270 or parksandrec@santacruzca.gov.