See our picks for the top events each day this weekend:
Friday
Beer Maker’s Dinner
When: 3/10 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Pino Alto Restaurant at Cabrillo College
Cost: $55
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day a week early with a Beer Maker’s Dinner. This collaboration between Discretion Brewing and Pino Alto Restaurant is a chance for Advance Culinary Arts students at Cabrillo College to show off their pairing skills throughout a 5-course meal. Enjoy local beer and a British Isles themed menu.
Mountain Community Theater Presents: “The Lion in Winter”
When: 3/10 – 4/2 – check website for times
Where: Park Hall in Ben Lomond
Cost: $20 General Admission / $17 Students and Seniors
Mountain Community Theater takes us to 12th century France during the reign of Henry II. Enjoy a local theater production of the Academy Award-winning film adaptation by James Goldman. Opening night features a champagne reception post-show, and next weekend you can take advantage of Community Night ticket prices or stay for a Q&A with cast and director post-show.
Santa Cruz Warriors vs. Fort Wayne Mad Ants
When: 3/10 at 7:00 pm
Where: Kaiser Permanente Arena
Cost: $23 – $77
Cheer on the Santa Cruz Warriors as they take on the Mad Ants of Fort Wayne. The Warriors will be wearing custom community jerseys and the first 1,500 fans will receive a matching rally towel. Jersey auction proceeds will benefit Ride A Wave.
Night Market
When: 3/10 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Where: Food Lounge
Cost: Free admission
The second Friday of the month brings Night Market to the Santa Cruz Food Lounge. Enjoy an exciting dining experience featuring a variety of food vendors, craft cocktails, and live music. Past pop-up vendors include My Mom’s Mole, Artisan Hand Food, and La Sofrita…wonder who will pop up this Friday?
Brookdale Bluegrass 2017 Spring Festival
When: 3/10 at 11:00 am to 3/12 at 11:00 pm
Where: Mount Cross
Cost: $25 – $80
Calling all bluegrass fans: Peter Rowan headlines this 3-day festival Felton which includes workshops and a children’s concert. Other featured acts include Faux Renwah, Snap Jackson and his Knock on Wood Players, the Naked Bootleggers, and Coffee Zombie Collective. Overnight campsites and cabins are available at this venue.
Also on Friday
- MATISYAHU @ The Catalyst
- Delhi 2 Dublin @ The Catalyst
- Matias @ Zizzo’s Coffeehouse & Wine Bar
- Soap // Free In-Store Performance @ Streetlight Records-Santa Cruz
- EXTRA LARGE @ Don Quixote’s
- South 46 @ Crow’s Nest
- Royal Jelly Jive, Steep Ravine & Pat Hull @ Moe’s Alley
- Painted Mandolin @ Kuumbwa Jazz Center
- The Good Bad, Cascade Crescendo @ The Crepe Place
- Live Again @ Severino’s
- Funkanuats, Mike Fish, Karen Less, Third Dimenson Crew, Aphix Love @ The Blue Lagoon
- Anne La Berge + Bassonancia @ Radius Gallery
- Judy Collins @ Rio Theatre
- Art Twistory: The Merry Widow @ Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History (MAH)
- Q&A w/ Tommy Wiseau – The Room @ Del Mar Theatre
- Guided Elephant Seal Walks @ Año Nuevo State Park
- Wildflower and Nature Hike of Waddell Valley @ Rancho del Oso Unit
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The Closet Shopper Eastside Grand Opening
When: 3/11 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Where: 1203 41st Ave.
Having recently attended the 6-year anniversary for the Closet Shopper in Downtown Santa cruz, we are thrilled for the grand opening of their second location across town! Coffeeville’s White Russians make a return appearance (yum!), a photo booth, and live music add to the festivities. Help welcome them to the neighborhood and shop recycled fashion for women—boutique style!
The Lost Boys (Featuring James Durbin)
When: 3/11 at 8:00 pm
Where: The Catalyst
Cost: $30 advance / $35 at door
Did you hear the news that James Durbin is now the lead singer of Quiet Riot?! Catch Durbin with his local act, The Lost Boys, at this benefit concert supporting Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services.
Girls Rock! Women’s Mountain Bike Ride and Event.
When: 3/11 from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
Where: Ibis Cycles
Cost: Free but register to RSVP
Don’t worry about your mountain biking skills—all levels are welcome and will break into groups and ride nearby trails based on ride level. Don’t have a mountain bike? There are a limited quantity of demo bikes available to reserve for a fee if you’re new to the sport. Sponsors will provide breakfast, swag, and post-ride beer, cider and snacks. Sounds pretty awesome!
Santa Cruz Derby Girls
When: 3/11 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Civic Auditorium
Cost: $10.00 – $32.00
It’s the battle of the bay! The Santa Cruz Derby Girls return to the Civic Auditorium to face the Berkeley Resistance of Bay Area Derby. Come cheer on the Boardwalk Bombshells at this opening season match!
Pussy Riot Theatre Presents Revolution
When: 3/11 from 8:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Where: Rio Theatre
Cost: $25 Gen, $38 Gold Circle
Pussy Riot, the controversial Russian punk rock protest group, comes to the Rio to perform the world premiere of “Revolution.” The show is based on founding member Maria Alyokhina’s personal story as a member of Pussy Riot, including tales of their legendary protests, and the dramatic aftermath. Stick around after the performance for a conversation with members of the creative team.
Also on Saturday
- Eric Morrison & The Mysteries plus Puffball Collective @ Don Quixote’s
- Joint Chiefs @ Crow’s Nest
- B-SIDE PLAYERS @ Moe’s Alley
- Van Goat, Fulminante, Water Color Weekend @ The Crepe Place
- Beach Cowboy Band @ Severino’s
- ANDRE NICKATINA @ The Catalyst
- Vinyl Replay @ The Cats Restaurant & Bar
- SC Chamber Players Concert 5 @ Christ Luthran Church
- Just Judy @ Zizzo’s Coffeehouse & Wine Bar
- Homo Happy Hour at MOTIV @ Motiv
- Santa Cruz Polar Plunge @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- City of Watsonville Nature Walks @ City of Watsonville – Nature Center
- Animal Shelter Relief Rescue Adoption Fair @ Pet Pals Discount Pet Supplies
- Aptos Farmers Market @ Cabrillo College
- Muscadet Madness @ Soif Wine Bar & Merchants
- 2017 Global Oceans Awards Gala @ University Center, UC Santa Cruz
- Q&A w/ Tommy Wiseau – The Room @ Del Mar Theatre
- Boomer Humor: Make America Irate Again @ Kuumbwa Jazz
- Guided Elephant Seal Walks @ Año Nuevo State Park
- Volunteer with the Trail Crew @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Wilder Ranch Coast Nature Walk @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Basket Making Workshop @ Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Hike to Buzzard’s Roost @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- The Road Less Traveled – A Dog-Friendly Walk @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Guided Redwood Grove Walk @ Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Redwood Grove Loop Walk @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Living History Demonstrations and Ranch Tour @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Hides and Tallow @ Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Choose Your Own Adventure Tour @ Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Redwood Grove Loop Walk @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Snake Park Saturday @ Rancho del Oso Unit
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Masters of Hawaiian Music: George Kahumoku Jr., Nathan Aweau & Kawika Kahiapo
When: 3/12 at 6:00 pm
Where: Kuumbwa Jazz Center
Cost: $30 Adv/$35 Door
When three masters of Hawaiian music share the stage, it’s an easy decision. Get your tickets and get ready for an unforgettable evening of slack key guitar, ukulele, and beautiful singing. Try Hula’s Island Grill or Pono Hawaiian Grill for pupus and drinks before or after the show.
Banana Slug String Band 2pm Matinee
When: 3/12 at 2:00 pm
Where: Don Quixote’s
Cost: $12 adv./$12 door
The lovable Banana Slug String Band is putting on a kid-friendly concert at a family-friendly time in a venue that serves Mexican food. That covers the basics. We highly suggest a hike at Henry Cowell or nearby Fall Creek Unit before or after this show to look for actual banana slugs.
Also on Sunday
- Social Distortion @ The Catalyst SOLD OUT
- Joe Ferrara @ The Cats Restaurant & Bar
- Gypsy Soul @ Don Quixote’s
- Live Comedy @ Crow’s Nest
- Walter Trout @ Moe’s Alley
- KAT MYERS & THE BUZZARDS @ The Catalyst
- The Box @ The Blue Lagoon
- Santa Cruz Contra Dance @ The Santa Cruz County Veterans Memorial Building
- SC Chamber Players Concert 5 @ Christ Luthran Church
- Younger Lagoon Reserve Tour @ Seymour Marine Discovery Center
- Sunday Seaside Crafts @ Seymour Marine Discovery Center
- Downtown Santa Cruz Antique Street Faire @ Lincoln Street
- Berry Creek Falls Hike @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Meteor Trail Hike @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Guided Elephant Seal Walks @ Año Nuevo State Park
- Redwood Grove Loop Walk @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Discover Big Basin Redwoods Hike! @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Guided Adobe Tours (afternoon) @ Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
- Nature Wander @ Rancho del Oso Unit
- Redwood Grove Loop Walk @ Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Living History Demonstrations and Ranch Tour @ Wilder Ranch State Park
- Guided Redwood Grove Walk @ Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Featured Upcoming Event
What: Sheep to Shawl Fair
Where: Live Earth Farm
When: March 18 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cost: $15/car
Bring the family and enjoy a day of learning how wool gets made into clothing and art. Hands-on activities include shearing, dyeing, spinning, weaving, and more. Plus, there will be a lamb petting area, live music, and lunch!
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