Loma Prieta Earthquake: 30 Years of Recovery Hike
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park 600 Aptos Creek Road, Aptos, CA, United StatesWhere were you on October 17, 1989? Observe the 30th anniversary of the 6.9 magnitude Loma Prieta earthquake by hiking to its epicenter near the ghost town Loma […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Earthquakes and our Adobe
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesThe whitewash had barely dried when the Fort Tejon Earthquake shook our adobe in 1857. Just half a century later it was rocked by the same earthquake that […]
Día de Muertos
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate the dead with an all-ages festival throughout Downtown Santa Cruz. Enjoy music and dance performances on the patio as the procession passes through the park on the […]
147th Anniversary Celebration of the Pigeon Point Light House
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesCome celebrate the lighthouse’s 147th anniversary with tours of the base of the lighthouse tower, information booths, live music, face painting, children’s activities, a maritime author, and a […]
ParkStore Holiday Sale – Santa Cruz Mission
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesShop four ParkStore locations for thoughtful holiday gifts. All proceeds benefit our local state parks and beaches. Friends members receive up to 30% off on select iconic Michael […]
Life on the Ranch: Holiday Traditions
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate the warmth of the holiday season with crafts, games, music and merriment from the early 20th century at Wilder Ranch. We will busy your hands with holiday […]
Seal Adventure Weekend: Fundraiser for Coastside State Parks Association
Año Nuevo State Park 1 New Years Creek Rd, Pesecadero, CA, United StatesTickets available now! Experience a memory-making adventure by participating in a special fundraising event to support educational programs at Año Nuevo State Park and other California State Parks […]
Migration Festival
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesA special event! Fly, swim, waddle, walk, bike, or drive as you migrate to Natural Bridges State Beach for a full day of activities that celebrate the migration […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Romance on the Rancho
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesLife in California before the Gold Rush wasn’t all-Zorro, all-the-time, but it did have its share of romantic charm and excitement. Step into the Pájaro Valley’s past with […]
Storytelling Night: “Trickster Tales from Around the World”
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCome gather around the campfire as storyteller Jim Cockrell and friends spin tales of adventure, mystery, and comedy. Bundle up! We’ll provide the hot chocolate. Free event. For more […]