12 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in California!

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The Winchester Mystery House, San Jose, CA

The Winchester Mystery House is one of California’s best-known quirky attractions. Built by the widow of the Winchester rifle creator, Sarah Winchester built the home out of grief after losing… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in California!

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Winchester Mystery House, San Jose, CA

The Winchester Mystery House is the stuff of legends in the San Jose area. Built by the heiress to the Winchester gun fortune, this house is filled with dead-end hallways and stairways to nowhere,… Read More

The 10 Best Boat Tours in California!

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Blue Ocean Whale Watching, Moss Landing, CA

Blue Ocean has become increasingly popular as awareness about the ocean and it’s ecosystems has flourished—so be sure to book your tour in advance. Exploring the Monterey Bay area, the… Read More

15 Perfect California Getaways!

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Carmel-By-The Sea, Carmel, CA

The exclusive town of Carmel in Northern California boasts the occasional celebrity mayor as well as some of the best-kept secrets in fine dining. Tiny boutique inns fill the quaint luxury town,… Read More

6 Best Paint & Wine Spots in California 2025!

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The Painted Cork, Santa Cruz, CA

The Painted Cork offers step-by-step instructions so that you can learn to paint anything, from your pet to a flower pot. Bring your own wine and food or host your own private party—it’s… Read More

The 10 Best Historic Theaters in California!

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First Theatre at Monterey State Historic Park, Monterey, CA

The first ever theatre in the state of California is located in Monterey State Historic Park. The tiny one-room adobe is currently in a state of disrepair as the parks seek to raise funds to help… Read More

9 Best Dance Clubs and Venues in California!

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Alberto’s Salsa Night Club, Mountain View, CA

Alberto’s Salsa Night Club is the best place to show off your salsa, mamba, tango, and bachata steps. Located in downtown Mountain View, this Latin-style dance club caters to a diverse audience… Read More

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Greensky Bluegrass

Sunday, Jan 19, 2025

The Catalyst

Santa Cruz, CA

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Greensky Bluegrass

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Sunday, Jan 19, 2025 at 2:00pm

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Tommy Castro and The Painkillers - SOLD OUT - THANK YOU!

Sunday, Jan 19, 2025 at 4:00pm

Moe's Alley

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Sunday, Jan 19, 2025 at 8:00pm

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Olive Klug and Syd Matisse

Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 at 7:00pm

The Catalyst

Santa Cruz, CA

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Olive Klug and Syd Matisse

Disco Biscuits

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 at 8:00pm

The Catalyst-CA

Santa Cruz, CA

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Disco Biscuits

The Disco Biscuits

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 at 8:00pm

The Catalyst

Santa Cruz, CA

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The Disco Biscuits

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 at 8:00pm

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Bryce Vine

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 8:00pm

The Catalyst-CA

Santa Cruz, CA

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Bryce Vine

DENM, Surfer Girl and more

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 8:00pm

The Catalyst

Santa Cruz, CA

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DENM, Surfer Girl and more

Bryce Vine and JayO

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 8:00pm

The Catalyst

Santa Cruz, CA

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Bryce Vine and JayO

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 8:00pm

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

North Mississippi Allstars

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 9:00pm

Moe’s Alley

Santa Cruz, CA

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North Mississippi Allstars

North Mississippi Allstars

Friday, Jan 24, 2025 at 9:00pm

Moe's Alley

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 at 2:00pm

8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

Santa Cruz Actors' Theatre

Santa Cruz, CA

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8 Tens At 8 Short Play Festival

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