Concerts, Rides, Arcade, and Beach Movies!
The Santa Cruz Boardwalk 2023 is buzzing with activities that are great for both date nights and the whole family.

Free movies
At 9 PM on Fridays from June 16th through August 11th free movies will be shown on the main beach in front of the colonnade. So, bring your snacks, a beach blanket or chairs, and some warm layers to watch: The Lost Boys, Mama Mia, Space Jam, Labyrinth, Selena, Minions: The Rise of Gru, Top Gun: Maverick, Shrek, and The Neverending Story.

Free Live Music on the Colonnade
Thursdays, 8:30 to 10 PM from June 15th through August 10th. The bands on the summer concert schedule are Sang Matiz, Man in Black, Extra Large, Fast Times, Santa Cruda, Tsunami Band, The Deadlies, 4to Prestigio, and Pacific Roots.

Attractions
Other attractions include Neptune’s Kingdom, Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Midway Games, Fright Walk, Casino Arcade, and the Boardwalk Bowl.

The Santa Cruz Boardwalk 2023 admission is free
Neptune’s Kingdom and the other arcades and indoor venues are open daily, with nighttime hours. The rides will be open daily, though with varying nighttime hours.

For more detailed schedule info, ticket prices, and advance purchases visit the Santa Cruz Boardwalk website. You can purchase tickets here.