San Francisco Metro: Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · Santa Cruz · 30 events · data version 20261021-173303
12:00 PM · JAMES DURBIN REVIVAL · The Crepe Place (Santa Cruz) · $20 · live_music, rock · rating 7
thecrepeplace.com · details JAMES DURBIN REVIVAL: Nobody can belt out a tune like James Durbin. It’s been fifteen years since Durbin left his job at Domino’s Pizza on Mission Street and wowed the judges at American Idol . And seven years since he took over as lead singer of Quiet Riot. Throughout it all, Durbin kept writing his own songs and releasing albums. At just 37 years old, Durbin wants an artistic upgrade and a chance to reintroduce himself to fans and family as a skilled musical craftsman.
6:00 PM · Dav Pilkey · Bookshop Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz) · literary · rating 6
bookshopsantacruz.com · details Bookshop Santa Cruz Presents: Dog Man Creator Dav Pilkey’s EPIC Tour! Bookshop Santa Cruz Proudly Presents: Dav Pilkey, #1 Worldwide Bestselling Creator of Dog Man , Captain Underpants , and Cat Kid Comic Club Image Meet Creator DAV PILKEY and step into an exclusive DOG MAN experience you won’t find anywhere else! THE EVENT EXPERIENCE: This in-person event will feature a visual presentation and live drawing session featuring author and illustrator Dav Pilkey! Plus trivia with special prizes!
7:30 PM · Sam Baker · The Ugly Mug (Soquel) · $30adv · live_music, folk · rating 6
cafeugly.com · details lyric writer, visual artist, and survivor
Sam Baker
8:00 PM · THE MESSIAHS · The Crow's Nest (Santa Cruz) · $6 cover · live_music, rock · rating 6
facebook.com · details Thursday November 19th Original, home grown, Santa Cruzin' Rock Starts at 08:00 PM
time TBA · Fall Arcade Specials · Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (Santa Cruz) · $24.95 · sports · rating 6
beachboardwalk.com · details Fall Arcade Specials September 8 - November 25, 2026 Score BIG savings this fall! Monday-Friday: 2-Hour Time Play Card for $24.95 Weekend: 1/2 price arcade games Saturday: 10am-11am* Sunday: 10am-12pm *Beginning 11/1, Saturday & Sunday hours will change to 11am-12pm Play more and spend less - get the details now! More Info
time TBA · Guided Mushroom Foraging · Roaring Camp Railroads (Felton) · Buy Tickets · workshop · rating 6
fareharbor.com · details Begin with a scenic steam train ride to the top of Bear Mountain, then hike your way back into town while learning the core skills of safe mushroom foraging, identification, and fungal ecology. Led by Maya Elson.
time TBA · Holiday Tree Walk · Roaring Camp Railroads (Felton) · Buy Tickets · community · rating 6
fareharbor.com · details Get in the holiday spirit by bringing the family to ride the Redwood Forest Steam Train through the wintry redwoods to Bear Mountain. Sip hot cider while greeting Santa Claus. In town, enjoy winter themed activities.
10:30 AM · Kids Crafternoon @ La Selva Beach · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Stop by each week for a new creative craft.
10:30 AM · Storytime and Stay & Play @ Downtown · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details For ages 0-5
10:30 AM · Wings Birth Certificate & Notary Services · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Wings provides free birth certificates and notary services for people experiencing homelessness.
10:30 AM · Writing Group for 55+ at Garfield Park · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · literary, workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details A writing workshop the 55+ age group to reflect on awareness of the natural environment and climate change.
10:30 AM · Zentangle Club · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop, community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details The Zentangle Method is a fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Join Certified Zentangle Teacher Lisa Hoesing for an introductory workshop and monthly meetup.
11:00 AM · Families, Youth and Prevention Subcommittee (JAG) · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Quarterly meeting of Families, Youth and Prevention subcommittee of the Justice and Gender Commission
11:00 AM · In-person Tech Help @ Boulder Creek · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · Register to attend in person · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Are you stuck with a technology question? You can make a free appointment with a tech savvy library staff member!
11:00 AM · Native American Heritage Month Storytime @ Felton · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community, workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Today we celebrate Native American Heritage month though stories, songs, rhymes, and lots of fun!
11:00 AM · Preschool Story Time @ Live Oak · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Songs and Stories
12:00 PM · Friends of the Branciforte Library Chapter Meeting · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Support the Branciforte Library by joining the Friends group! We meet monthly to fundraise and advocate for our branch. New members welcome?contact friendsofthebrancifortelibrary@fscpl.org.
12:30 PM · Conversations in Español · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details This club is designed for intermediate-level participants, so if you're just starting out, you might find it a bit challenging at first.
1:00 PM · Housing Matters Drop in Hours & Miracle Messages · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Housing resources and other services for those experiencing homelessness.
3:00 PM · Afternoon STEAM: Minecraft @ Branciforte · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Learn how to craft, build, and survive in the world of Minecraft.edu.
3:00 PM · Make & Explore @ Felton · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Make and explore STEAM possibilities at Felton Branch Library! Age 6+
3:00 PM · Pokemon @ LOLA · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Bring your decks and get ready to play
3:00 PM · R.E.A.D. · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details R.E.A.D. is one-on-one reading comprehension instruction for grades 1-12. By appointment only. Please, no drop-ins! To make an appointment, call 831-427-7713
4:00 PM · Girls Who Code @ Scotts Valley · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · Register to attend online · workshop · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Girls Who Code is a nation-wide organization dedicated to teaching girls not only the language and skills of coding, but about finding their confidence, learning teamwork and the drive to succeed.
4:00 PM · Virtual Author Talk with Rebecca Roanhorse · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · Register · literary, livestream · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Virtual Author Talk on Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies with New York Times Bestselling and Hugo Award?Winning Fantasy Author Rebecca Roanhorse.
4:30 PM · Cognitive Impairment Caregiver Support Group · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details A supportive space where family care-partners tending for a loved one with a cognitive impairment can connect, share experiences, and find support.
5:00 PM · Simple Pleasures Exhibition · Santa Cruz Art League (Santa Cruz) · art · rating 5
scal.org · details This annual members' exhibition showcases artworks across various styles and mediums celebrating everyday joys and meaningful small moments. The show highlights the creativity of the Art League's community, with an emphasis on subjects inspired by local life and landscapes.
5:30 PM · Neil Bradley · Discretion Brewing (Soquel) · live_music · rating 5
discretionbrewing.com · details Live Music 5:30-7:30pm
6:00 PM · AI Discussion Meetup · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · community · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details How are you using generative AI?
6:30 PM · Trivia On Tap · Santa Cruz Public Library (Santa Cruz) · sports · rating 5
santacruzpl.libnet.info · details Test your trivia knowledge with Victor or Brian. We ask 30 questions about a random array of subjects. Who's better at doling out trivia than librarians?