Santa Cruz Christmas 2024. The downtown santa cruz holiday parade draws 1,200 participants and over 3,000 spectators. The lighted boat parade, holiday lights train, winter wonderland at the santa cruz beach boardwalk, downtown holiday parade, outdoor holiday markets, and more, we’ve got all the festive events you don’t want to miss!

Credit vscc and barbara karleen. Book tickets to christmas dinners, buffets and holiday shows.