The 418 Project

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The 418 Project The Place To Move & Be Moved In Downtown Santa Cruz, Since 1993
www.the418project.org Looking for studio availability? www.the418project.org

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The 418 Project is an incubator space for local and regional talent, offering performances, classes and workshops, supporting emerging artists and providing local masters a welcoming place to meet their audiences. Home to Dance Church too, the studio is the heart of a creative community.

Are you ready for the FIERCEST party in SANTA CRUZ🎇? DANCE OR DIE: THE DRAG RAVE is returning this week on Friday, Septe...
09/22/2026

Are you ready for the FIERCEST party in SANTA CRUZ🎇? DANCE OR DIE: THE DRAG RAVE is returning this week on Friday, September 25th at 8:30 at The 418 Project Main Room, across the street from the Downtown Trader Joes!🔥🗣️💋 We can't wait to see you all there!

With top drag talent from LA, to Santa Cruz, to the Bay, we have one of the most stacked lineups DOD has ever seen.
Hosted by Squee ()
With Aurris Lilith Garcon ()
Lil Miss Carter ()
Starlight Erotica ()
Hermaphra (.specimen)
And Andromeda ()
With FEMME-BPM sounds ALL NIGHT by DJ Lady Jesus () ⛪️🪽💄

Early bird tickets $15 available on website, $20 at the door. 🎟️⚡️

Are you ready to eat Santa Cruz? ARE YOU READY TO GET YOUR LIFE?!🫀👩‍🎤👀💋

Photos by .photo222

05/05/2026

Sober Karaoke 🎤
Join us on the first and third Tuesday of every month from 7–9pm for a night of music, connection, and community—no alcohol required.
Come sing, listen, or just be in the space.
Donation-based + open to all.

First Fridays is shaped by the artists who show up and share their work.This month’s vendors:Maizy’s Mountain StudioWatt...
04/30/2026

First Fridays is shaped by the artists who show up and share their work.
This month’s vendors:
Maizy’s Mountain Studio
Watt Whimsy
Jocelyn Auld Art
Domino
For Aesthetic Value
Join us this Friday, 5–9pm, to connect with local artists, support their work, and be part of the community that makes this space what it is.
đź‘€ Performer highlights coming soon.

First Fridays = your Friday plans Come hang with us 5–9pmArt, vendors, performances, good people. Artist + vendor lineup...
04/28/2026

First Fridays = your Friday plans
Come hang with us 5–9pm
Art, vendors, performances, good people.
Artist + vendor lineup dropping soon—stay tuned.
Free entry
155 S River St

We’re excited to welcome Dennis Bartok as the new Executive Director of The 418 Project.Dennis brings a deep background ...
04/23/2026

We’re excited to welcome Dennis Bartok as the new Executive Director of The 418 Project.

Dennis brings a deep background in film, arts programming, and nonprofit leadership—and a vision rooted in expanding creative opportunities for our community.

As we step into this next chapter, we’re looking forward to growing our programming and continuing to support artists in meaningful ways.

Join us in welcoming Dennis to Santa Cruz and to The 418 Project.

04/22/2026

Spotlight on 🎤
Greg hosts Mic’ Drop—our monthly open mic at The 418 Project, happening the last Sunday of every month From 5:30-8:30pm.
This is what it looks like when artists take up space—raw, intentional, and fully their own. Mic’ Drop is a space to show up, share your work, and connect with community. Spoken word, music, movement—whatever you’re holding, there’s room for it here.
No gatekeeping. Just real expression and shared space.
✨ Come through or step up to the mic
✨ All are welcome to attend and share

Mural on the River is coming together—and we’re so excited to share the artists, vendors, and partners helping bring thi...
04/16/2026

Mural on the River is coming together—and we’re so excited to share the artists, vendors, and partners helping bring this day to life 🎨✨
This event is built by community—by the performers taking the stage, the artists sharing their work, and the organizations showing up to connect, uplift, and create alongside us.
Join us April 19 from 1–8PM along the San Lorenzo River for a day of live performance, art, and collective celebration.
Featuring:
.moves


In collaboration with:

This is what it looks like when a community shows up for art—and for each other.
✨ Want to join as a volunteer or get involved? Check the link in our bio.

04/14/2026

Getting things ready for something special 🎨✨
We’re in the final stretch of prepping for the partial mural unveiling at Mural on the River this Sunday—and it’s been incredible to watch this piece come to life.
This mural is more than just paint on a wall—it’s a reflection of community, collaboration, and the stories that shape this place.
Join us on April 19 from 1–8PM along the San Lorenzo River to witness the unveiling, connect with local artists, and be part of a day rooted in creativity and community.
✨ Want to get involved as a performer, vendor, or volunteer? Check the link in our bio.
Let’s show up for art, for place, and for each other.

Calling all artists, vendors, and community partners 🎨✨Mural on the River is coming April 19 (1–8PM), and we’re building...
04/10/2026

Calling all artists, vendors, and community partners 🎨✨
Mural on the River is coming April 19 (1–8PM), and we’re building it with YOU.
This is a day rooted in community, creativity, and connection—featuring live performances, a mural unveiling, local vendors, and space to gather along the San Lorenzo River.
We’re looking for:
🎤 Performers of all kinds
🛍️ Artists + vendors
🤝 Community partners ready to connect and share resources
Whether you want to take the stage, set up a booth, or show up for the community—you belong here.
👉 Apply now through the link in our bio
Let’s create something meaningful together.

Introducing: Mural on the River 🎨🌊A celebration of community, creativity, and the river that connects us.On April 19, we...
04/08/2026

Introducing: Mural on the River 🎨🌊
A celebration of community, creativity, and the river that connects us.
On April 19, we’re gathering across San Lorenzo Park, Dragons Gate Bridge, and The 418 Project for a full day of art, music, movement, and connection. From a mural unveiling to live performances, community tabling, hands-on activities, and a sunset fire dance by the water—this is a day rooted in place, collaboration, and shared experience.
Mural on the River is about showing up for our community, celebrating local artists, and honoring the spaces that bring us together.
✨ Interested in performing, tabling, vending, or volunteering?
Check the link in our bio to get involved.
Let’s build this together.

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155 S. River Street
Santa Cruz, CA
95060

Opening Hours

Monday 6pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 7pm - 10pm
Thursday 7pm - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 1pm

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