Family events in Hollister, CA

The 19th Annual WIC Breastfeeding Walk and Health Fair celebrates World Breastfeeding Week with a community gathering focused on breastfeeding education and support. Attendees can learn about services from WIC and community partners while enjoying family friendly activities, music, healthy snacks, and raffle prizes. World Breastfeeding Week is recognized around the world to highlight the importance of human milk and its role in health.

Monterey Car Week starts with a Downtown Monterey showcase from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Alvarado Street, near the Monterey Conference Center and Portola Hotel and Spa, features 30 classic race cars, opportunities to meet the drivers, live music, and giveaways.

Enjoy a free seaside screening of The Goonies on the sand by the Colonnade, part of the Free Movies on the Beach series. Spread out a blanket or use a low-back chair, as seating is first come and consideration for others’ views is appreciated. Each movie pauses for a brief 15 minute intermission. Smoking is not allowed on the beach or Boardwalk, and alcohol or glass containers are not permitted on the beach. A limited number of assistive listening devices are available for checkout at the Mini Golf Kiosk inside Neptune's Kingdom. For other accommodations or to request closed captioning, contact the Manager on Duty at least 48 hours in advance at (831) 423-5590. The series is presented with support from KDON, KOCN, KWAV, KCDU, the City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Pick your own produce at the UC Santa Cruz Farm and harvest straight from the fields. Free parking is available in lots 115 and 116 and at the Hay Barn lot during u-pick hours, and there is one ADA space on the farm for visitors with a valid placard. Please do not park in the dirt lot by the back gate. Check in near the tent cabins to pick up containers before you start. Payment is cashless, and you will pay on your own device using a smartphone and credit card by manually entering your card number. The farm has uneven, hilly terrain, so if you need accommodations to participate, email agroecology@ucsc.edu. Pets are not permitted, with the exception of service animals.

A scenic group ride with Kruz3r Mob traces the Monterey Peninsula from Seaside Beach to Lovers Point, pausing for lunch on Cannery Row. Additional breaks for refreshments and photos are planned along the way. The event is family friendly, and participants are advised to bring sunscreen and a bike lock.

Enjoy a season of free family movies under the stars at Abbe Park Field, presented by the City of San Juan Bautista. Spread out a blanket or set up lawn chairs and relax with family and friends while the community gathers for feature films. Across six evenings, the lineup includes Zootopia 2, Lilo & Stitch, Hoppers, How to Train Your Dragon, GOAT, and Wicked: For Good. Admission is free. Parking is available nearby, and everyone is asked to help keep the park clean by disposing of trash properly. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and a great attitude for a laid-back night at the park.

Santa Cruz Warriors Lacrosse, also known as SCCLA, offers a weekly, no-travel summer league for boys and girls ages 4 to 10 in Santa Cruz County. Designed for PreK through 4th grade, the program runs for eight weeks at Harbor High School. Each session lasts about 90 minutes, beginning with roughly 45 minutes of skill-building followed by a 30 minute game. Divisions are organized by grade level, TK to 1st and 2nd to 4th, with separate groups for girls and boys when there are enough participants, otherwise co-ed. The emphasis is on fundamentals, positive competition, and a supportive community experience. Teams are assigned before the season starts, and loaner sticks are available at the outset.

Meet adoptable cats who are ready to find permanent homes. This event offers a chance to interact with the cats in person and see if one is a good match for your household. Updates about adoption events at this location are also shared on Instagram.

Concours for a Cause returns to Carmel-by-the-Sea as an early highlight of Monterey Car Week, presenting a curated showcase of vintage, classic, and collector automobiles. The setting invites leisurely exploration of local art, community displays, boutique shops, dining, and cultural activities, all in support of charitable causes. Admission is free.

Tuesday Night Live returns to the Wharf Common's stage, presented by the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Choose Santa Cruz, and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants. This installment features Fish Hook (formerly Santa Cruda) performing live. Make an evening of it by browsing Wharf business pop ups or reserving a dinner table before the music. Tuesdays are celebrated as Locals Tuesday, and a stamp validation from any Wharf business provides two hours of free parking. Bring a chair or get ready to dance. After the concert, an after party takes place upstairs at Vino by the Sea.

A free, open ended park playdate at Cahalan Park invites toddlers and preschoolers to explore, create, and connect through play. Activities are set up for ages one to five and focus on building community as children meet new friends in a relaxed, playful setting. Bring a blanket to sit on and pack snacks or a lunch. The activity changes each week, encouraging curiosity and hands-on learning. Supervision is not provided by APPS, so caregivers should remain with their children. To spot the group, look for a bright red canopy and team members wearing red APPS tees.

A welcoming event at History Park is open to the public at no cost. It offers a simple opportunity to spend time at the park and enjoy the setting for free.

At Townsend Park, families can explore free, interactive math games in a relaxed, drop-in format. This is a smaller gathering than typical math festivals, with activities set up near the playground.

Concours Carmel in Carmel-by-the-Sea highlights contemporary Ferraris with the Futuro Clásico class. Owners of 2021 to 2026 models may be considered for prominent placement along Ocean Avenue, and participation includes a $50 contribution that supports Rancho Cielo’s student automotive program. Capacity is limited.