Events

In October of 2015, over two thousand patrons, creators, and musicians took to the streets of downtown Santa Cruz, making the third iteration of our event the most successful one yet. While we were pleased with the outcome, we realized that with the lessons we’ve learned and all the dedicated Santa Cruz businesses, bands, and supporters we’ve got on our side-We were now able to build the most diabolical musical extravaganza this side of the San Lorenzo, so we did. This year we’ve upped the ante and have planned a full-blown sonic take over of the historic downtown area, linking together 11+ downtown Santa Cruz venues for a two-day musical marathon. Just like the past three festivals, SCMF has passionately and carefully curated a lineup of internationally known acts as well as hard-hitting local Santa Cruz and Bay Area artists. We’ve got more than 200+ bands, acts, and performers distributed over 15 stages inside the best and brightest downtown venues- bringing nothing but the highest quality of music & entertainment. Even with this year’s hefty roster, the minds behind the festival are committed to organization, safety, and world-class production, so that everyone who comes out will experience the historic and electric ambiance of downtown Santa Cruz like they never have before.

250+ Artists
12+ Venues
15+ Stages
2 Days
1 Wristband

Venues:
The Catalyst Club
MOTIV
The Blue Lagoon
Woodstock’s Pizza Cruz
Streetlight Records-Santa Cruz
Rosie McCann’s Irish Pub & Restaurant – Santa Cruz
99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall
The Poet and The Patriot
The Food Lounge
Felix Kulpa Gallery