# Christmas Markets & Holiday Fairs in Santa Cruz 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best Christmas markets in Santa Cruz during 2026. Shop handmade gifts, holiday crafts, festive treats, artisan goods, and seasonal decorations while enjoying Christmas fairs, holiday markets, live entertainment, and family-friendly festivities.
- **Category**: Christmas Markets & Fairs
- **Type**: other

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Celebrate the festive season at the best Christmas markets in Santa Cruz. Explore holiday markets, Christmas fairs, artisan craft shows, seasonal shopping events, Christmas villages, festive food stalls, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Whether you're searching for unique handmade gifts, holiday decorations, or festive experiences, discover the top Christmas markets and holiday fairs happening across Santa Cruz in [YEAR].

## Christmas Markets & Fairs Events in Santa Cruz

- **Event Name**: Paradox Holiday Market
  - **Description**: Welcome to the amazing Hotel Paradox, and lets get all of your Holiday Shopping needs in one spot!

Have brunch at Solaire, grab a hot toddy and let's get shopping.  We will have visits with Santa, photos, ornaments and all the gifts your little holiday h
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  - **Date**: Sun Dec 20 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Dec 20 2026 at 05:00 pm (-08:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/paradox-holiday-market/200030576267835
  - **Venue**: Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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  - **Categories**: holiday, christmas-markets-and-fairs, christmas, shopping, brunch

## Trending Events in Santa Cruz

- **Event Name**: Ancestral Healing Retreat | November 13th - 15th
  - **Description**: Mystical Rebirth: A New Moon Plant Medicine RetreatStep into the deep silence of the redwoods for a three-day sanctuary of transformation. As the wheel of the year turns toward the introspection of late autumn, we gather under t
  - **Venue**: Santa Cruz, CA, USA
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- **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
  - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt & Jon Cleary
  - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
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- **Event Name**: Alborosie at Moes Alley
  - **Venue**: Moes Alley
- **Event Name**: Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band
  - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium
- **Event Name**: The Floozies at The Catalyst Santa Cruz
  - **Venue**: The Catalyst Santa Cruz
- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Santa Cruz. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at The Grove, Santa Cruz Event Center under th
  - **Venue**: The Grove, Santa Cruz Event Center
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- **Event Name**: Todd Rundgren at Rio Theatre Santa Cruz
  - **Venue**: Rio Theatre Santa Cruz
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- **Event Name**: Halloween at the Boardwalk
  - **Description**: Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating and spooktacular Boardwalk fun! 🎃

Trick-or-Treat: 11am-8pm

🍬 $12 Trick-or-Treat Package Includes:
• Collectible Boardwalk Candy bag- Fill your bag with candy from all participating food and shopping locations o
  - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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## Browse Christmas Markets & Fairs Events by Date

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- [Christmas Markets & Fairs Events in November in Santa Cruz](https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/christmas-markets-and-fairs--november)

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** Paradox Holiday Market (Sun Dec 20 2026 at 11:00 am at Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz include White Rabbit Social Club.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas Markets & Fairs events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas Markets & Fairs events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas Markets & Fairs events in Santa Cruz?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas Markets & Fairs category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas Markets & Fairs events are listed in Santa Cruz.

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