Seasonal & Holidays
When Is Santa Claus Coming To Capitola-Soquel?
St. Nick is headed our way! Find out when and where to see Santa this holiday season.

Santa Claus is coming to Capitola-Soquel, spreading holiday magic all across town! Get those wish lists ready, and be on your best behavior — Santa’s watching! Here are some opportunities to catch the man in red in and around Capitola-Soquel this season.
Please note: Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. We recommend contacting the venue ahead of time to confirm details, as you may be required to purchase a ticket in advance.
Santa’s Wonderland (Tickets Required)
When: Now through Tuesday, Dec. 24 (times vary; reservations available up to 7 days in advance)
Where: Bass Pro Shops, 5160 Cherry Ave, San Jose, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 669-234-5700
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Roaring Camp Railroads: Holiday Tree Walk (Tickets Required)
When: Friday, Nov. 29 - Sunday, Dec. 1; Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 7-8, Dec. 14-15, Dec. 21-22 (10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m.)
Where: Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 831-335-4484
Ben Lomond Tree Lighting Party
When: Sunday, Dec. 1 (4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Ben Lomond Firehouse, 9430 Hwy 9, Ben Lomond, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 831-336-5495
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Brunch With Santa (Tickets Required)
When: Sunday, Dec. 8 (doors at 8:30 a.m., brunch at 9:00 a.m.)
Where: Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove Ballroom, 400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 831-423-5590
Movie With Santa (Tickets Required)
When: Sunday, Dec. 15 (doors at 4:30 p.m., movie at 5:30 p.m.)
Where: Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove Ballroom, 400 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 831-423-5590
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