June 15 – August 7, 2026
9am-11am
Enjoy HALF PRICED* arcade games during Mornings in the Arcade! Arrive early to snag front row parking. Fuel up with breakfast at Boardwalk Grille. Then play your heart out!
* Not valid on Redemption Games. Green Readers only.
June 15 – August 6, 2026
8:30pm-9:30pm
Come for the rides and stay for the entertainment with Evenings on the Colonnade! Listen to live music, be amazed by Magicians & acrobats, and show off your best dance moves with a DJ dance party all summer long.
June 12 - August 7, 2026
*Friday Nights at 9pm
There’s nothing quite like watching your favorite movies under the stars with your toes in the sand, enjoying the nostalgic flavors of classic Boardwalk treats. Grab your blankets and your favorite people for a Boardwalk movie night packed with unforgettable fun!
*No movie 7/3
May 26 - September 7, 2026
Now Featuring Two Pass Options!
Enjoy weekday bowling all summer long with a Summer Fun Pass! Valid for two free games of bowling per day, Monday-Friday 11am-4pm. Snag a Premium Pass for fun perks like free shoe rental, free soda, and 10% off food OR keep it simple with our Basic Pass*.
Limited availability.
This pass is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be resold. Bowling is subject to wait times.
*Shoe rental is not included with the Basic Pass.
SEASON PASS MEMBERS! Bring a friend for free on Feb. 7*, 8*, & 28, March 1, June 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30, Oct. 24 & 25, and Nov. 27, 2026*
One free All-Day Rides Wristband per Season Pass (wristband not valid on attractions). Not a Season Pass Member? Buy one online and save up to $20, plus bring your friend for free!
*Feb 7, 8, and Nov. 27, 2026 are Limited Rides Days and not all rides will be operating.
Wednesday, June 24 -
Sunday, June 28
Kick off a World Soccer Celebration like no other! Catch every goal with FREE watch parties, plus live entertainment, fun promotions, and non-stop soccer excitement.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Celebrate National Carousel Day. First 100 riders on the Carousel will receive a brass souvenir carousel ring. Normal ride pricing and restrictions apply.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
Celebrate National Roller Coaster Day by taking a spin on our National Historic Landmark, the Giant Dipper. First 100 riders on the Giant Dipper will receive a Boardwalk souvenir cup. Normal ride pricing and restrictions apply.
September 11-12, 2026
Experience a one‑of‑a‑kind overnight adventure at the Boardwalk. Perfect for families, friends, schools, clubs, teams, and anyone ready to create unforgettable memories together.
September 19, 2026
Show your PRIDE and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with free live entertainment, giveaways and info booths. Enjoy rides and games plus fun photo ops and exclusive merchandise available throughout the park.
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Come celebrate the vibrant traditions of the Latino community with mariachi, folklorico dancers, and a free beach concert. Enjoy Boardwalk rides and games plus fun food and beverage specials throughout the park.
October 2-3, 2026
Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, and Senior Troops camp under the stars and enjoy Boardwalk fun at this epic overnight event!
October 9-10, 2026
Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturers and Scout family and friends camp under the stars and enjoy Boardwalk fun at this epic overnight event!
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Join us for an exciting musical parade as 55 Northern California high school and junior high school marching bands compete next to the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the ONLY band review with warm sand, cool surf, and hot rides!
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Bring your appetite and join the fun as both professional and amateur chefs work their culinary magic and compete for the title of Best Chili!
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Join the prize drawing for Santa Cruz County's largest school fundraiser! Over 80 schools fundraise from Sept 9-Oct 18, giving the community a chance to win $25,000 cash and many other amazing prizes.
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and spooktacular Boardwalk fun!
Select Dates:
November 26, 2026 - January 3, 2027
12pm-7pm
Get in the holiday spirit - Celebrate the season at the beach!
Enjoy rides, games, arcades, festive decorations with lights, photos with Santa, holiday treats, fire pits and more!
February 20-21, 2027
Attention chowder lovers! Taste the best at the 46th Annual Clam Chowder Cook-Off! Sample chowder from Amateur Chefs on Saturday, followed by Professional Chefs on Sunday. Both days feature Boston and Manhattan Clam Chowder, and you can help pick a winner each day. Tasting kit proceeds benefit Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation.
March 12-13, 2027
Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, and Senior Troops camp Inside The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center and enjoy Boardwalk fun at this epic overnight event!
March 19-20, 2027
Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturers, and Scout family and friends camp inside The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center and enjoy Boardwalk fun at this epic overnight event!
2027 Date: TBD
Ditch the books and hit the beach!
Enjoy rides, the beach and a whole lot of family‑friendly fun!
2027 Date: TBD
Hop down to the Boardwalk for a scavenger hunt. Find the surfing bunny and get a prize at each participating location!
