Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce

Open Studios Art Tour - 6 Artists at One Location
2025-10-11 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Martine’s Art Studio, 1 Blue Hill Court, Scotts Valley, 95066, United States
Join Us for 2 Weekends of Art!
205: Martine Mahoudeau – Painting
206: Kathy Coulston – Painting
207: David Sunoo – Jewelry – Metalsmithing
208: Amy Katz – Handcrafted Brooms
209: Lynn Jaye – Painting
210: Mariella Galloso – Mixed Media
Experience a wide and unique variety of Art Expressions

Friends of the Scotts Valley Library Book Sale
2025-10-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Our next book sale is Saturday, October 18th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Scotts Valley Library. Gently used books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, puzzles and games will be sold. Find books on gardening, crafts, cooking, travel, history, nature, humor, and poetry. Fiction in all formats! Children’s books, including many Christmas themed books. Teachers! Come see our huge selection of children’s books including those for middle schoolers and young adults. Cash, checks, cards, and ApplePay accepted. All proceeds benefit the activities and programs at the Scotts Valley Library.

Small Local Sales

Find books for sale inside the Scotts Valley Library Lobby: turn left as you enter the lobby.
There is also a book cart located at Steel Bonnet Brewery. Books are sold on the honor system and cash only.

Thomas and Percy's Halloween Party
2025-10-04 11:00 - 17:00 | Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, 95018
October 4-5 *Thomas Only*, 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
Ride with Thomas and Percy, Live Music, Magician & Juggler, Bounce Houses, Costume Contest and More!

🌟 The Lookout List: Santa Cruz County Favorites 🌟 Voting is now open!
2025-10-07 08:00 - 2025-10-26 23:30
The nominations are in — now it’s time to choose the winners!
Last month, Lookout readers submitted their favorite people, places, and businesses. Now, the top nominees in each category have made the ballot, and it’s your turn to help decide who comes out on top.
From Favorite Dinner with a View and Favorite Place to Go Dancing to Favorite Surf Shop for a New Board, Favorite Dentist, and even your Favorite Art Fair or Festival—this is your chance to celebrate the people and places that make our community shine.

Vote Now

How it works:

Cast one vote per category per day
Voting is open through Saturday, Oct. 26
Winners revealed starting Nov. 3 on Lookout Santa Cruz

Don’t miss your chance to help shape the ultimate guide to Santa Cruz County favorites.

Music @ SkyPark
2025-09-28 12:30 - 17:30 | Skypark, 361 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066-4114, 361 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, 95066
“Music at Skypark”, the FREE community-wide outdoor concert series, concludes its 16th season on Saturday, Sept. 28th at Skypark in Scotts Valley.
The opening act, on stage from 1:30 to 3, is The Inciters. The Group is Santa Cruz’s premier Northern Soul act. Fronted by three female vocalists, this 10-piece band combines English rock, Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Reggae and New Wave.
Headlining the concert are The Houserockers, considered one of the finest Classic Rock bands on the Central Coast. This 10-member band, with its huge horn-driven sound, has played at Music at Skypark over ten times. They are honored to have been named the “Best Cover Band in the Bay Area” and have won KFOX’s “Last Band Standing”.
The all-volunteer Kiwanis Club of Scotts Valley is the presenter of Music at Skypark and dedicates all profits to the music and arts programs at local public schools. Concert profits over the years have now totaled nearly $250,000.
“Music at Skypark has become a true community event,” according to Kiwanis member Jim Melehan. “It’s a chance for local folks from throughout the area to gather in a nice park setting and enjoy the best outdoor music around, with lots of good friends, food and drink. We’ve really hit our stride with families especially.”
Folks are encouraged to come hungry, since food, wine, beer and other concessions will be available for sale.
“I don’t want to forget to thank all our generous sponsors and vendors, and volunteers from Kiwanis, UCSC, Scotts Valley High School, and the community. Putting on these concerts is a lot of work, but I think I speak for all Kiwanians when I say it feels good to give something back to our community and our schools,” Melehan said.
Beth Hollenbeck, former music director of Scotts Valley Unified School District thanked Kiwanis of Scotts Valley: “Music at Skypark continues to be the main source of funding for our District’s music program. On behalf of our students, staff and administration please know how deeply grateful we are for your support of this growing program. It’s no wonder the NAMM Foundation repeatedly awards Scotts Valley the ‘Best Community for Music Education’!”
Volunteer opportunities are still available. Visit svkiwanis.org or contact Mike Stewart at (831) 334-8899 or Jim Melehan at jimbofx@msn.com.

Under the Early Mid-Autumn Moon, A Golden Story Begins
2025-09-27 14:00 - 17:00 | 418 Project, 155 S. River Street, Santa Cruz, 95060, United States
Join us for the Press Conference of Chinese Gold: The Movie, an early Mid-Autumn celebration and the official launch of this new cinematic project. Together, we will unveil the vision of director Tongdao Zhang and producer Rui Li, and share how three family stories from Sandy Lydon’s award-winning book Chinese Gold have been brought to life on screen.

Event Details:

Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Location: 418 Project, 155 S. River St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/155-S-River-St-Santa-Cruz-CA/13929649/
Reservation Link: tinyurl.com/4w6h7fw4

The event will also feature four distinguished guest speakers:
Sandy Lydon, author of Chinese Gold
George Ow Jr., local entrepreneur and philanthropist
Rui Li, producer of the film and founder of Flex Education
Yiman Wang, UCSC professor and scholar of film and media studies

Guests will experience opening ceremony highlights, behind-the-scenes moments from filming, and an exclusive look at the first promotional trailer.
Be part of this special occasion as we honor the legacy of Chinese pioneers and celebrate the continuation of their stories through film.

Steel Bonnet Brewing Company Celebrates 10 Years of Craft, Community, and Celtic Flavor
2025-09-27 12:00 - 21:00 | Steel Bonnet Brewing Company, 20 Victor Square, Ext B, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066
Chamber Ribbon Cutting 12 – 1pm
Steel Bonnet Brewing Co., a beloved staple in the Santa Cruz County craft beer scene, will be celebrating its 10-Year Anniversary on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Founded by husband & wife, Donald and Susan Cramb, Steel Bonnet has become known for its unique blend of English and Scottish ales alongside perfectly balanced American styles, creating a distinctive offering that sets them apart from other breweries in the region.
Steel Bonnet’s story began far from the California coast, as Donald and Susan made their journey from Scotland across the pond to settle first in Boulder Creek, then ultimately in Scotts Valley, where their dream of building a community-centered brewery came to life. Their vision was supported early on by family, friends, and fellow beer enthusiasts who helped Steel Bonnet grow into the warm, welcoming taproom it is today.
What makes Steel Bonnet stand out in the vibrant Santa Cruz beer landscape is their authentic take on British-style brewing. Their ales showcase a balanced, nuanced flavor profile that’s often missing in the hop-heavy American craft scene. Their taproom is a gathering place for families, friends, and four-legged companions alike.
The 10-Year Anniversary Party promises a day full of community, great music, delicious food, and plenty of fun:

Opening Ceremony at Noon: Jay Salter and his Piper Crew will kick things off in true Celtic style. Scotts Valley Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony @ 12:30 pm.

Celtic Tea Shop (San Jose): Traditional pasties, pies, sweets, and other savory treats throughout the day.

Live Music Lineup:

The Kerry Sheepdogs | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

En La Playa | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Monkey Ska Band | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Food Trucks: Pana Food Truck serving in the afternoon and evening.

Family Fun: Face painting, a LEGO pool provided by SV BrickLab, Josh’s Rolling Snack Shack, and other sweet surprises.

Raffle: Proceeds will benefit a local charity (TBA). This year’s grand prize is a custom-built Steel Bonnet guitar crafted by Scotts Valley Santa Cruz based luthier Tobin Schaeffer, featuring Steel Bonnet artwork and actual recycled materials from the brewery.

Steel Bonnet’s 10-Year Anniversary is a heartfelt thank you to the customers, employees, and community members who have supported them over the years. It’s a day to raise a pint to the past, present, and future of this local treasure.

RAIL & TRAIL FESTIVAL
2025-09-21 12:00 - 16:00 | Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, 95018
Take a scenic round-trip train ride from the Beach Boardwalk to Roaring Camp. Enjoy a picnic lunch, live music, games, raffle prizes, and family fun, to benefit Friends of the Rail and Trail.

VIP and Me Tropical Oasis Family Dance
2025-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Cocoanut Grove, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, 95060
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of island vibes, upbeat music, and fun for all ages. This is a fun way to make memories with your loved ones—all while supporting SV Schools. Tropical attire encouraged, smiles guaranteed. Tickets go on sale in August.

Food Truck Fridays
2025-06-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Skypark Scotts Valley, 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, 95066
Get ready for a fun-filled evening! Food Truck Friday returns to Skypark (near the rec building). We’re celebrating with fantastic local food trucks, desserts, live tunes sponsored by Mari Rossi, and the return of Brenda’s Facepainting. Don’t forget to support Scotts Valley Educational Foundation and Scotts Valley schools at the Beer & Wine Garden!

Kalani Day Spa Anniversary Ribbon Cutting
2025-09-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Kalani Day Spa, 245 Mount Hermon Road #D, Scotts Valley, 95066, United States
Join the team at Kalani Day Spa and the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce as Kalani celebrates eight years in business! You’ll be greeted with a Hawaiian lei and can enjoy tropical treats–food and drink, a goodie bag, raffle prizes, a luxurious hand treatment, a chance to win spa gifts, and great networking opportunities.

2025 Scotts Valley State of the City
2025-09-16 17:00 - 19:30
The ninth annual State of the City takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 pm, Tuesday, September 16th, at The Landing, Scotts Valley’s exceptional Performing Arts Center, next to the public library on Kings Village Road.
This is a free, once-a-year opportunity to hear from City leaders, sponsored by the Scotts Valley Senior Life Association.
The schedule includes:
5:00​Doors open
5:30 Welcome from Dave Hodgin, Senior Life Association President
5:35 Mayor Derek Timm, with color commentary from City Manager Mali LaGoe
6:00 Police Chief Steve Walpole
6:15 Fire Chief Mark Correira
6:30 Water District Manager David McNair
6:45 Superintendent of Schools Tanya Krause
7:00 Q&A
7:15 Invitation for all to adjourn to the lobby for light refreshments and one-on-one conversations with presenters and attendees.
This is an opportunity to learn what is going on in key parts of Scotts Valley and the plans department heads have for the future, as well as to ask questions and get answers directly from those in the know.
Plan to attend. You will be glad you did.
http://scottsvalleyseniorlife.org/
For more information, contact Dave Hodgin at 831-438-1000, Pathfinder@pacbell.net

Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair
2025-09-06 12:00 - 16:00 | Skypark Scotts Valley, 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, 95066
The Scotts Valley Multicultural Fair is a free community celebration aimed at broadening our understanding and appreciation for multiculturalism and diversity. Through various activities and experiences, we hope to build community connection with the unique cultures and traditions present in Scotts Valley and the surrounding areas.

The Scotts Valley Motorcycle Concours & Swap Meet
2025-07-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Scotts Valley High School, 555 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, United States
Motocharities presents the Scotts Valley Motorcycle Concours & Swap Meet. The brainchild of Scotts Valley resident, motorcycle racer and enthusiast Robbie Cadwallader, the event is a combined motorcycle show and swap meet benefiting music and athletic programs in Scotts Valley Schools. The Scotts Valley Motorcycle Concours will be held on the athletic field at Scotts Valley High School in beautiful Scotts Valley, CA on Saturday, July 26th. Presented in partnership with the Scotts Valley Kiwanis Club, Motocharities, motorcycle auction company Motonexus.com, and Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys. When looking for “Things to do in Scotts Valley, CA, ” the Scotts Valley Motorcycle Concours & Swap Meet should be at the top of your list.
BIKES ON THE FIELD: 8 AM-10 AMSPECTATORS: 10 AM-6 PMAWARDS 12:30-2:00 PM

Redwood Music Kid Camp
2025-07-21 10:00 - 2025-08-01 15:00 | St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, 95066, United States
Young musicians explore Celtic music at this two-week day camp for ages 7-13. Redwood Music Kid Camp takes place Monday-Friday from 10am-3pm in Scotts Valley; a final concert for families happens on Saturday, August 2nd at 10am. For players of violin, flute, penny whistle, recorder, harp, guitar, ukulele, keyboards, and cello. Photos, videos, playing ability requirements, scholarship information, and registration is all online.

Empty Nest and All the Rest - A Comedy
2025-07-19 19:00 - 21:30 | The Landing, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Empty Nest and All the Rest
Don’t Miss Out! Opening Night was a Sold-Out Smash Hit!
Some wise person once said about having children, “The days are very long; but the years are very short. One moment you’re changing diapers and the next they are headed out the door…with your car.”
“Empty Nest and All the Rest” is a deft and hilarious one-man comedy show about the frenzy of family life, the way men and women think, and what fills the void when the kids leave and don’t come back. Actually, the kids fill the void because they do come back and take your food and your car. And then they don’t tell you when or if they’re going to leave for good. Wait, what was the question?
If you’re a parent with grown children, this show will have you rolling in the aisles with memories of kids who know nothing and teens who know it all. If you have small children or teens, then this is your peek into the future. Either way this is the escape, the nostalgia, the night you’ll be talking about for months.
About Clay Hausmann
Clay has performed his unique brand of comedy, insight and storytelling to business audiences of as many as 1000. He has appeared on KGO-TV, ABC Radio, and in Fast Company. He is the author of four screenplays and was a finalist for the Sundance Screenwriters Lab in 2011. And he is now officially an empty nester.
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Family Fun Day
2025-07-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Skypark Scotts Valley, 361 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, 95066
Scotts Valley Recreation is excited to be hosting a county wide FREE Family Fun Day; partnering with park & recreation agencies across Santa Cruz County to bring an unforgettable day. Each year, a different agency hosts the Family Fun Day, and in collaboration with “July’s Park’s Month” this year will be featured at Skypark! Families from the entire county are invited to join a fun-filled day of activities, entertainment, and hands-on experiences.
This year’s theme is Explore & Discover: A Day of Hands-On Fun.
Event Details:
Location: Skypark (361 Kings Village Rd., Scotts Valley, CA 95066)
Date: Saturday, July 19th
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Admission: Free (Note: Some booths may charge for services)
Participating Agencies:
City of Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County Parks
City of Capitola
City of Watsonville
Event Highlights:
Fun-filled booths, games, activities, bounce houses, music, food, and so much more!

Boulder Creek Recreation
Brick Lab
Camp Campbell
Cotton Candy Kid
Dragon Martial Arts Academy
Ecology Action
Face Painting by Ruth
First 5 Santa Cruz County’s Triple P
Food Trucks A Go Go
Growing Greatness
Kennolyn Camps
Kiwanis Club
Luke Skateboarding
Trike a Pose
Scotts Valley Cycle Sport
Silicon Valley Mountain Bikers
Scotts Valley Senior Center
Scotts Valley Police Department
Scotts Valley Fire Department
United Way of Santa Cruz County

Sip for Second Harvest
2025-06-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Seascape Beach Resort, 1 Seascape Resort Drive, Aptos, 95003, United States
Join us for a festive afternoon of tasting fine, local wines, hosted at
the beautiful Seascape Beach Resort.
Hosted appetizers, music and fun!
Raffle tickets and additional tasting tickets available for purchase at event.
All proceeds from this event benefit Second Harvest Food Bank Santa Cruz County and provide healthy food and nutrition education to our neighbors in need in Santa Cruz County. This event is open to the public.

peppino D'Agostino Virtuoso Guitarist Returns to Santa Cruz in June
2025-06-14 18:00 - 20:00
About the Event
Peppino will be performing an evening concert at the bucolic Wind River Studios in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Capacity is limited so early registration is encouraged. The address of the concert will be provided when tickets are purchased from Brown Paper Tickets at https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6625139

2025 Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show
2025-06-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Capitola Esplanade, Esplanade, Capitola, CA, 95010, United States
Featuring Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Coupes, Roadsters, Customs and Classics – vintage to 1987 – Vendor Booths, Music, Raffle, Trophies, and more.
Watch these classic beauties cruise the coastline on Saturday morning from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk to Capitola.
Enjoy a weekend filled with awesome cars, great music, charming shops, restaurants for every taste, and family fun at the beach!

Artist's Opening for Sally Eastman at Kissed By an Angel Wines
2025-06-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Kissed by an Angel Wines, 75 Mount Hermon Rd, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066, United States
Snacks will be provided. Drop by, meet the artist, and enjoy a glass of wine at Scotts Valley’s 2024 Business of the Year — a welcoming and fun venue. 🙂 No charge to attend, all are welcome.
