Seasonal & Holidays
When Is Santa Claus Coming To Santa Cruz?
St. Nick is headed our way! Find out when and where to see Santa this holiday season.
Santa Claus is coming to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz 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
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: 31-335-4484
Downtown Santa Cruz: Holiday Parade
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 (10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.)
Where: Pacific Ave (between Water and Locust St), Santa Cruz, CA
Website: Click here
Phone: 831-332-7422
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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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