Santa Cruz County Small Business Saturday

08/14/2026

Hiring? Meet hundreds of local job seekers in just two hours.

Employer registration is now open for the 2026 Access 2 Employment Job Fair, Thursday, Oct. 1, from 4–6 p.m. at TheGrove in Santa Cruz.

For more than 30 years, Access 2 Employment has connected local employers with job seekers from throughout Santa Cruz County — and hundreds of candidates are expected again this year.

Employer sponsorships start at just $150, with Silver ($450) and Gold ($800) sponsorship opportunities also available. Qualifying nonprofits that provide free services to job seekers can participate for just $50.

If you're hiring now — or expect to be hiring this fall — come meet potential employees face-to-face, promote your organization and connect with other local employers.

Space is limited. Register today:
access2employment.com/employers

06/10/2026

Who’s ready!!??

This year, watch the FIFA World Cup with your community at the MAH! ⚽️We at the museum are thrilled to host game screenings all throughout World Cup season!

Check out the dates and make a plan to swing by this June & July! Everyone is welcome. 💛❤️💙💚

06/10/2026

🗓️ Mark your calendars for our World Soccer Celebration FREE Watch Party on Main Beach, Thursday, June 25! 🎉 ⚽️

Catch the USA vs. Türkiye match @ 7 PM at the biggest watch party of the week, right on the sand with a giant LED screen! Enjoy a designated b**r garden on the beach in front of the Colonnade, plus all your favorite Boardwalk bites and sips. Arrive early, grab your spot, and enjoy every moment of the action. 🍔 🍻🍦

🔱 Plus, watch additional soccer matches at Captain’s Game Deck (2nd Floor of Neptune’s Kingdom).

View the full celebration schedule: bit.ly/World-Soccer-Celebration

12/19/2025

Are you searching for unique gifts 🎁 this Christmas season?

at local businesses and support the job creators in your community!

12/19/2025

The holiday ✨ magic ✨ is here with Boardwalk Winter Wonderland, open daily starting this Saturday, December 20, through January 4, 2026 (weather permitting).

Gather your loved ones for a memorable experience featuring a selection of your favorite rides (plus $2 rides after 5 PM!), nightly holiday light shows, fun games, arcades, festive decorations, Photos with Santa in a coaster car, and special holiday treats.

🎄 Make memories that will last a lifetime. 🎠

❄️ Plan your visit: bit.ly/Boardwalk-Winter-Wonderland

12/19/2025

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

Bring your Santa hat or favorite holiday sweater and join us for a festive day at the farm THIS Saturday, December 13th.

This month, “Holidays on the Farm” offers a chance for kids and families to experience holiday traditions on the farm. Enjoy:

🎄Holiday-themed crafts and activities, including cookie decorating and ornament making
🎅Special appearances by Santa and the Grinch
🐾Puppet shows and story time
🚜Kid’s Drive-a-Tractor and Hay Wagon rides

Be sure to visit the Country Corner Gift Shop for unique holiday and farm-themed gifts at great prices.

Celebrate the season with us for a fun, family-friendly day!

12/12/2025

12/12/2025

Enjoy a festive 90-minute walk through the redwoods at Big Basin Redwoods State Park on Saturday (Dec. 13) at 11 a.m. Participants will listen to the Nutcracker Suite and imagine the forest performing the ballet while strolling the easy, half-mile Redwood Loop Trail. 🌲🎶

Dress warmly and meet at the temporary visitor center in the main day-use area. The event is free. Parking is $8 with a reservation or $10 for first-come, first-served spaces, and fees support the park https://www.cognitoforms.com/FSCSP1/bigbasinparking
Event reservations are recommended: https://santacruzstateparks.as.me/schedule/0ef4b536/appointment/80501986/calendar/6541936

Questions? Call (669) 899-1516 or email [email protected].

Santa Cruz Mountains State Parks