2025 Watsonville Holiday Guide: Lights, Festive Fun & Good Cheer

From small-town charm to seasonal celebrations, these hometown holiday highlights bring the spirit of the season to life.

12 Days Of Cheer In Watsonville: Making This A December To Remember

Celebrate the season all month long with local lights, cozy stops, markets and hometown holiday charm.

Santa Claus Is Coming to Watsonville! Here’s Where To See The Jolly Man In Red

Santa season is here! Find out when and where to meet St. Nick before he heads back to the North Pole.

2025 Toy Drives in Watsonville: Where to Donate

Help make the season brighter ​— donate a toy and spread joy to local children and families in need this holiday season.

Lend A Hand In Watsonville: Holiday Volunteer Opportunities Near You

Help make a difference close to home by giving your time and talents to local organizations this holiday season.

Watsonville Gives Back: How To Make A Difference This Season And Beyond

Discover meaningful ways to give back — from volunteering and donating to supporting community programs year-round.

Pumpkin Patches In Watsonville: Your Guide To Fall Family Fun

Pick the perfect pumpkin, enjoy seasonal treats and discover the best spots for autumn adventures.

Your Guide To Fourth Of July Events In Watsonville, CA

Celebrate America's birthday with food, fireworks and more festive fun!

7 Family-Friendly Summer Activities In Watsonville

Get ready to explore exciting attractions and events right here in our community!

Can't-Miss Spring Events Happening In Watsonville

Welcome spring! Be sure to mark your calendars for all the fun happening around town.

6 Things To Do This Winter In Watsonville

Make the most of the season with these local experiences!

Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Watsonville?

Do you have the best Christmas decorations in town? Send us photos and a description for Patch's 2024 holiday tour of lights.

Make A Difference: Where To Volunteer In Watsonville!

Discover how you can give back this holiday season and help bring positive change to our community.

How To Support Watsonville Local Businesses This Holiday Season!

Find unique gifts and make a difference by keeping your holiday dollars in the community this season.

When Is Santa Claus Coming To Watsonville?

St. Nick is headed our way! Find out when and where to see Santa this holiday season.

Giving Back In Watsonville: Local Causes To Support This Season

Celebrate Giving Tuesday all season long by donating, volunteering and spreading the word about these amazing local organizations.

2024 Pumpkin Patches In The Watsonville Area

Find out where you can pick pumpkins and celebrate the season in our area.

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events In Watsonville And Santa Cruz County

Patch has your guide to Independence Day fireworks, parades, concerts and other celebrations from the Santa Cruz Mountains to the beaches.

Legal Fireworks Allowed In Just One Santa Cruz County City

Beginning Friday, just one city where fireworks are legal in Santa Cruz County will sell"safe and sane fireworks."

What To Do For Memorial Day Weekend 2024 In Watsonville

Check out these holiday weekend events in and around your community.

Where To Celebrate Mexican Mother’s Day In Watsonville!

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to spotlight Mexican restaurants in the Watsonville area.

Watsonville Holidays: Christmas Events & Hanukkah Fests 2023

See Santa stops, menorah lightings, Christmas concerts, lights extravaganzas, Nutcrackers & more in Watsonville, beach towns & South Bay.

Where To Shop Locally In Watsonville This Holiday Season!

Shop close to home and support businesses right here in our community.

When Is Santa Claus Coming To Watsonville?

Find out when and where to see Jolly Old St. Nick this holiday season.

Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Watsonville

This holiday season, consider donating and volunteering locally to make a positive impact in our community.

Watsonville Halloween Events 2023: Trick-Or-Treats & Pumpkin Patches

Find haunted houses, harvest fests, corn mazes, Day of Dead celebrations & more fall fun near you in Watsonville, beach towns & South Bay.

Halloween 101: How To Avoid Becoming The Haunted House Of Watsonville

Taking care of your home can be scary! Tackle those household demons with professional help this fall.

Fireworks Near Me: Watsonville July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks, parades & celebrations around Watsonville, South Bay & beach communities.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Near Watsonville

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades, concerts & celebrations around Watsonville, beaches & South Bay.

Easter Events In Watsonville: Egg Hunts, Bunny Visits & More 2023

Don your Easter bonnet, grab your Easter basket & get hoppin' on spring plans! Find festivities in Watsonville, South Bay & beaches.

Christmas Events & Hanukkah Fests 2022: Watsonville & Beaches

Your guide to menorah lightings, holiday light extravaganzas, Nutcrackers, concerts, Santa & more in Watsonville, South Bay & beach cities.

Holiday Events In Watsonville 2022: Christmas Parades; Tree Lightings

Your South Bay & beaches guide to Santa visits, Hanukkah menorah fests, Nutcrackers, concerts, ice rinks & more in Watsonville & nearby.

Halloween Trick-Or-Treats, Haunts & Pumpkin Patches 2022: Watsonville

Your guide to trick-or-treat trails, corn mazes, Day of Dead, fall fests, haunted houses & more throughout Watsonville, beaches & South Bay.

Watsonville Halloween: Trick-Or-Treats, Haunts & Pumpkin Patches 2022

Your guide to trick-or-treat trails, corn mazes, Day of Dead, fall fests, haunted houses & more throughout Watsonville, beaches & South Bay.

What's Closed In Watsonville On Juneteenth

The newest federal holiday, Juneteenth, will prompt many businesses and government services to close. What to know.

Mother's Day 2022 Gifts: What Do Watsonville Moms Really Want?

Here are some ways to really show Mom you care.

Mother's Day 2022 Brunch And Dinner: Reserve Now In Watsonville

Plan to wine & dine Mom on her big day? See what Watsonville-area eateries are planning Mother's Day for on-site dining & to-go deals.

Beloved Gilroy Garlic Festival Cancelled Amid Rising Costs, Pandemic Uncertainty

The world-famous Gilroy Garlic Festival, a much-loved annual weekend event that has been a mainstay since the late 1970s, is cancelled.

Christmas Tree Farms In The Watsonville Area: Your 2021 Guide

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of great local farms near Watsonville.

Christmas Tree Farms In The Watsonville Area: Your 2021 Guide

Is a real Christmas tree is on your wish list this year? Here's a selection of great local farms near Watsonville.

The Best Valentine's Day Gifts For Him

Valentine's Day isn't just a holiday to swoon over the ladies — treat the number one man in your life to these fun and practical gifts.