# Live Shows in Santa Cruz | Performances, Musicals & Acts - **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Santa Cruz — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets. - **Category**: Performances - **Type**: format ## Audience - **Followers**: 1.4M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4e1c9a290e39a2fe8d898499ba0a0e5cc858e10695963ca2ece1d8c2ce9c2fba-rimg-w200-h200-dcc2a793-gmir?v=1755186605 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb68d0474177e7f.jpg - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/attendeethumb68eaf57c43973.jpg ## Featured Events - **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco - **Date**: Fri, 14 Aug at 04:00 pm – Sat, 15 Aug at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/ani-difranco/2300029678337545 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Ani+DiFranco&date=Fri%2C+14+Aug+at+04%3A00+pm&bg=1 - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Much Ado About Nothing at Audrey Stanley Grove - **Date**: Wed, 05 Aug at 12:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug at 04:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/much-ado-about-nothing-at-audrey-stanley-grove/2400030373473837 - **Venue**: Audrey Stanley Grove - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:600:300/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83ZWRmZTE1MC04ZmI1LTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNTUwLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTgxNDU5Ng.avif ## About For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in [CITY] are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in [CITY] that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the [CITY] show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already. ## Performances Events in Santa Cruz - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 12 - **Date**: Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed Oct 14 2026 at 09:30 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/bonnie-raitt-at-santa-cruz-civic-auditorium/2400029850586753 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8yNDdkYTA1MC04ZjA0LTExZjEtODhkYy1lMzg1NmViMjU2OGYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNDc3LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTczODM0Ng.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Oliver Tree at Quarry Amphitheater - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/oliver-tree-at-quarry-amphitheater/2400030048319212 - **Venue**: Quarry Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9hMDI3ZTEyMC02NDUyLTExZjEtOWVhYi1iOTM1NDczMDQyYmEtcmltZy13MTAyMy1oMTAyMy1kYzEwMTAxNy1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODEwNDQxNDY.avif - **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Date**: Sat Aug 15 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 09:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/ani-difranco-at-santa-cruz-civic-auditorium/2400029898975737 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Ani+DiFranco+at+Santa+Cruz+Civic+Auditorium&date=Sat+Aug+15+2026+at+07%3A00+pm&bg=3 - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt & Jon Cleary - **Date**: Tue Oct 13 2026 at 04:00 pm – Wed Oct 14 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/bonnie-raitt-and-jon-cleary/2300029828758148 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9jZDk1MzdmMC04ZmJmLTExZjEtYTMzYS1mNzE1MDY2MmE1YWEtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjc1LWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4NTgxODk0Mg.avif - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Aug 14 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat Aug 15 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/ani-difranco/2300029678337545 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Ani+DiFranco&date=Fri+Aug+14+2026+at+04%3A00+pm&bg=1 - **Categories**: trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt with Jon Cleary - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 🏠 Address: 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 🌆 City: Santa Cruz 📍 Location: 36.97, -122.03🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Bonnie Raitt with Jon Cleary, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 - **Date**: Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed Oct 14 2026 at 09:30 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/bonnie-raitt-with-jon-cleary/3200029995051732 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9lMTNmZmUxMC04YTIwLTExZjEtYjkyZS00MWI1ODRmZGIzYzktcmltZy13MTIwMC1oMTIwMC1kYzMwMmUyZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODUyMDA5MjU.avif - **Categories**: calendar - **Event Name**: Built to Spill :: Rio Theatre :: Santa Cruz 8/26 - **Description**: ((folkYEAH!))) presents BUILT TO SPILL plus:: PLAYDEAD Rio Theatre Santa Cruz, CA August 26th, 2026 Doors at 7PM / Show at 8PM All Ages - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed Aug 26 2026 at 07:00 am – Wed Aug 26 2026 at 11:00 am (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/built-to-spill-rio-theatre-santa-cruz-8-26/200029813751054 - **Venue**: Rio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy8wZTAyMDVjNDY5ZjI3NzQwZmNjZDQ5NmM2NDYxYTg0MzA3NGJiMWNlOWExMmU2MGEyYzc3MjEyNGM0MGNhZWQ1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzEwMTcxNC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTIxMjEyNA.avif - **Categories**: art, theatre - **Event Name**: Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band - **Date**: Wed Oct 28 2026 at 08:00 pm – Wed Oct 28 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/lyle-lovett-and-his-small-large-band/2300030452625324 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Lyle+Lovett+and+his+Small+Large+Band&date=Wed+Oct+28+2026+at+08%3A00+pm&bg=5 - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Public Image Ltd :: Rio Theatre :: Santa Cruz 9/5 - **Description**: Public Image Ltd join us for one night at Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz with Plague Vendor.About this Event(((folkYEAH!))) presentsPUBLIC IMAGE LTD - **Date**: Sat Sep 05 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Sep 05 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/public-image-ltd-rio-theatre-santa-cruz-9-5/100001984910190813 - **Venue**: Rio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy9mMjE3ZGQzM2FmMjAyNDdmNWEwYjQxZWE0ZmFhZjAxZjdiYmZjN2Y3NjNmZmYzZWZiYTI1ZmU0NTBiMDAxNmJlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDg3Ni1kYzE2MTgxYS1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3NzM5MTI4NjA.avif - **Price**: USD 77 to 83 - **Categories**: art, theatre - **Event Name**: Oliver Tree Tickets - **Description**: Oliver Tree is an American singer, producer, and performer known for blending alternative rock, electronic, and pop music with eccentric visuals and dark humor. His unique style, viral videos, and emotionally charged songs have made him a standout figure - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2 - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/oliver-tree-tickets/200030248026857 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz, California - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8wNjU3YTliMDMzMDllMWU0NGJlOGJjMGQwODJkZmU3OTQ2N2JjYTdlMjMwMzIzZjI2NjJiOGZkNzk2ZGY5MjMyLXJpbWctdzEwMDAtaDU2Mi1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTc3NzMzNg.avif - **Categories**: performances, music, entertainment, pop - **Event Name**: Aldous Harding:: Rio Theatre Santa Cruz 9/29 - **Description**: Aldous Harding comes to Santa Cruz for a special performance with Sam Burton at Rio Theatre.About this Event(((folkYEAH!))) presentsALDOUS H - **Date**: Tue Sep 29 2026 at 08:00 pm – Tue Sep 29 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/aldous-harding-rio-theatre-santa-cruz-9-29/100001984153375157 - **Venue**: Rio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy85ODlmYTVlMGEwYWI2YTMyYmExZDRkMGEwZGFmZjJkMTE3YzFlMGZlZjJhMmZjOGRiZjdmNGY2OTRiNWExYmNhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDgtZGMxNjE2MTYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzcyNTc3ODY1.avif - **Price**: USD 46 - **Categories**: art, theatre - **Event Name**: Snatam Kaur in Santa Cruz - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Snatam Kaur Live in Santa Cruz on Friday, September 25, 2026! 🎶 Are you ready to experience Snatam Kaur like never before? With chart-topping hits like Ong Namo, Mul Mantra and Ra Ma Da Sa and 470.5K+ d - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:30 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 09:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/snatam-kaur-in-santa-cruz/3300029646814701 - **Venue**: Rio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvMzQ1ZTMzNzAtMDY1ZC0xMWYxLTk3YjEtYmZjMzUyYzNmOTQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Q5ZGVkYy1nbWlyLndlYnA_dj0xNzcwNzEzMjgw.avif - **Categories**: Art, Theatre - **Event Name**: Michael Franti Trio: Heartstrings & Dynamite Tour - **Description**: Michael Franti trio returns to Santa Cruz on Thursday, October 29th at the Rio Theatre for the Heartstrings & Dynamite Tour! 👉🏽 Tickets on-sale: Friday, July 24th @ 10am 🎟️ Tickets available at: pulseproductions.net Michael Franti is a globally reco - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/michael-franti-trio-heartstrings-and-dynamite-tour/200030459453506 - **Venue**: Rio Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9hZTJkOTZjYjViMTEyZmRhNThjZDNiODJiNGM0ZTk0OWZlMWU5Zjk0YTFmNWFiMDhmOWRjYjNhODYyZTExODc1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NTg1Mzk1OQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, health-wellness, Art, Theatre, Concerts, performances, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: The Bad Plus - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Kuumbwa Jazz Center 🏠 Address: 320 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 🌆 City: Santa Cruz 📍 Location: 36.9698, -122.026🎉 Welcome to The Bad Plus, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Kuumbw - **Date**: Mon Dec 07 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Dec 07 2026 at 08:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/the-bad-plus/3200030395503201 - **Venue**: Kuumbwa Jazz Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEwL2Jhbm5lcnMvZjc0YjcwMTAtOGViZi0xMWYxLWFmNWEtMTdjZTRlYTU0MzQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEwOTMtZGMwODA4MDgtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzg1NzA5MDU2.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: Oliver Tree - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Quarry Amphitheater 🏠 Address: 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95064 🌆 City: Santa Cruz 📍 Location: 36.9986, -122.056🌟 Be part of history at Oliver Tree, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The p - **Date**: Thu Aug 20 2026 (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/oliver-tree/3200030041909826 - **Venue**: Quarry Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Oliver+Tree&date=Thu+Aug+20+2026&bg=2 - **Categories**: calendar ## Trending Events in Santa Cruz - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/247da050-8f04-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w1200-h477-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785738346 - **Event Name**: Oliver Tree at Quarry Amphitheater - **Venue**: Quarry Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/a027e120-6452-11f1-9eab-b935473042ba-rimg-w1023-h1023-dc101017-gmir.jpg?v=1781044146 - **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt & Jon Cleary - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/cd9537f0-8fbf-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1785818942 - **Event Name**: Ani DiFranco - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Event Name**: Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party - **Description**: Get ready, Santa Cruz — Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 6th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Every Friday night from May 29 through August 28, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the hear - **Venue**: 1111 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062-2105, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/505c968e07416cefc15bbca5b02f54f121f3e035af6392c40d045f7846078ab2-rimg-w1200-h628-dcfffffe-gmir?v=1783211139 - **Event Name**: Bonnie Raitt with Jon Cleary - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium 🏠 Address: 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 🌆 City: Santa Cruz 📍 Location: 36.97, -122.03🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Bonnie Raitt with Jon Cleary, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e13ffe10-8a20-11f1-b92e-41b584fdb3c9-rimg-w1200-h1200-dc302e2f-gmir.jpg?v=1785200925 - **Event Name**: Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band - **Venue**: Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium - **Event Name**: Bill Frisell in Santa Cruz - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Bill Frisell Live in Santa Cruz on Thursday, September 24, 2026! 🎶 Are you ready to experience Bill Frisell like never before? With chart-topping hits like Pretty Stars, Rain, Rain and Waltz for Hal Willner - **Venue**: Kuumbwa Jazz Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/4d512f50-5a6c-11f1-ac69-7b0c7888fcf2-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.webp?v=1779955662 ## Browse Performances Events by Date - [Performances Events Today in Santa Cruz](https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/performances--today) - [Performances Events This Weekend in Santa Cruz](https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/performances--this-weekend) - [Performances Events in August in Santa Cruz](https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/performances--august) - [Performances Events in September in Santa Cruz](https://allevents.in/santa-cruz/performances--september) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** Bonnie Raitt at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium (Wed Oct 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium), Oliver Tree at Quarry Amphitheater (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Quarry Amphitheater), Ani DiFranco at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 07:00 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium), Bonnie Raitt & Jon Cleary (Tue Oct 13 2026 at 04:00 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium), Ani DiFranco (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium). - **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Santa Cruz in August 2026? - **A:** Oliver Tree at Quarry Amphitheater (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Quarry Amphitheater), Ani DiFranco at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium (Sat Aug 15 2026 at 07:00 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium), Ani DiFranco (Fri Aug 14 2026 at 04:00 pm at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium), Built to Spill :: Rio Theatre :: Santa Cruz 8/26 (Wed Aug 26 2026 at 07:00 am at Rio Theatre), Oliver Tree Tickets (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm at Santa Cruz, California). - **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances 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 Performances 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 Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium, Quarry Amphitheater, Rio Theatre. - **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Santa Cruz range from USD 46 to USD 83. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Santa Cruz include Vivid Events, Ticket Network Events, Seat Geek. - **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available? - **A:** Yes, many Performances 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 Performances events in Santa Cruz? - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Santa Cruz. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/70/bc55d175e647e6821d96f010c07d8f/freepik__candid-photography-with-natural-textures-and-highl__7321-1.webp ## Performances from nearby cities - [Performances in Capitola](https://allevents.in/capitola/performances) - [Performances in Scotts Valley](https://allevents.in/scotts-valley/performances) - [Performances in Felton](https://allevents.in/felton-ca/performances) - [Performances in Aptos](https://allevents.in/aptos/performances) - [Performances in Ben Lomond](https://allevents.in/ben-lomond-ca/performances) - [Performances in Brookdale](https://allevents.in/brookdale/performances) - [Performances in Boulder Creek](https://allevents.in/boulder-creek/performances) - [Performances in Los Gatos](https://allevents.in/los-gatos/performances)