Top 11 Things to Do for the Holidays in (and Around) Santa Cruz County 🎄✨
There is a TON to do to help you get into the spirit of the holidays here in Santa Cruz!
Here are our Top 11 things to do for the holidays in (and around) Santa Cruz.
1. 🎅 Farley’s Christmas Wonderland: This is a fun home in the Seabright area that goes ALL OUT to create a true winter wonderland for everyone to enjoy. Keep in mind this is someone’s home, and they are opening it to the public to share holiday cheer. There usually is a line, so be patient—it’s worth it!
2. 📸 Free Santa Photos - Capitola Mall: I don’t know about you, but I have a hard time every year finding an available option for photos with Santa—the Capitola Mall has you covered!
3. ✉️ Santa Mailbox in Downtown Felton: Your kids can write their letters to Santa and even get a reply! A sweet and memorable holiday tradition.
4. 🌟 Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Holiday Lights: This holiday lights display offers both drive-through and walk-through options for families to enjoy the magic of the season.
5. đźš‚ Holiday Lights Train: If your kids love trains, this is a must-visit! The Roaring Camp trains in Felton feature dazzling lights, and you can enjoy a magical holiday experience under the redwoods.
6. đź©° The Nutcracker - Cabrillo Theatre: Rave reviews every year for this incredible ballet performance! A magical way to celebrate the season with family and friends.
7. 🎪 Flynn’s Creek Circus: A fun and unique experience that is only available for a short time—don’t miss it!
8. 🎠Downtown Santa Cruz - A Christmas Carol: Put on by Santa Cruz Shakespeare, this delightful take on Dickens’ classic is not to be missed.
Close by OPTIONS!
9. 🌲 The Rancho Siempre Tree Farm (Pescadero): This is a favorite local gem that has not only beautiful trees and make-your-own garlands, but tree swings galore, a slide your kids cannot pass by, and tons to explore. Don’t skip the marshmallows by the fire, either!
10. 🌌 Fantasy of Lights (Los Gatos): This drive-through experience is one of a kind. Be prepared for a line of cars, but it’s worth it. From Santa, reindeer, and snowmen to dinosaurs, volcanoes, and trains—they pull out all the stops to blow visitors away.
BONUS!
11. ⛸️ Enchant Christmas (San Jose): This is a favorite holiday event that has not only a Christmas light maze, but also hot cocoa, ice skating, pictures with Santa, and tons to explore. Be sure to reserve parking in advance!
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