Summer Happenings

WILDER RANCH STATE PARK: HISTORIC RANCH GROUND TOUR

Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, horse barn, uniquely constructed 1860s cow barn, 1858 farmhouse, and 1897 Queen Anne Victorian home. Pre-registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me.

BARGETTO WINERY PRESENTS:

Music in the Courtyard 6-8pm, June 9-30, 2022 Join us at Bargetto Winery’s creekside courtyard in Soquel on Thursday evenings for Live Music and Wine! There is no cover charge and wine by the glass and light snacks are available for purchase. Visit bargetto.com for more information.

CAPITOLA BEACH TWILIGHT CONCERTS – June 15 – August 31 The 2022 Twilight Concerts will be held Wednesdays from 6 pm-8 pm June – August. The Concerts are held at the Esplanade Park Bandstand, with the one of largest dance floors around. Bring a picnic or dine at one of our many area restaurants, many of whom sponsor our concerts. Seating is on the lawn, seawall, benches, or the beach. Please bring your low back chairs or picnic blankets. Warm jackets suggested for cool evenings. No alcohol or dogs in the park or on the beach.

SANTA CRUZ BEACH BOARDWALK – June 16 – Aug 12 Evenings on the Colonnade Come for the rides, stay for the entertainment! Enjoy FREE entertainment Thursdays and Fridays throughout the summer in our Colonnade. www.beachboardwalk.com Services Department, the Watsonville Film Festival, and iHeart Media. Visit www.cityofwatsonville.org for more information.

FATHER’S DAY — HATS OFF TO DAD & BREW TRAIN – June 19 Salute Dad on Father’s Day by treating him to a ride on a steam train and lunch. In addition, local breweries will be pouring the best local brew for sale at the BBQ area. Dad will receive a complimentary engineer’s cap with the purchase of a train ticket and any BBQ platter meal. Visit www.roaringcamp.com for more information.

CITY OF WATSONVILLE PRESENTS:

Music in the Plaza Concert Series, June 17 – Sept 27, 2022 The concert series will feature a variety of bands to help you get your groove on. Grab a bite at our downtown restaurants and join us for the music from 6pm to 8pm. This year’s concerts are brought to you by the City of Watsonville Parks and Community WOODIES ON THE WHARF – Saturday, June 25 Come see more than 200 “Woodies”. These gorgeous, pre-1050s cars that feature wood bodies will line the Santa Cruz Wharf for your enjoyment and viewing pleasure. You can stroll the wharf and enjoy dozens of shops and restaurants and coastal views. More information is available at www.santacruzwharf.com.