Family events in Watsonville, CA

Now in its 19th year, the WIC Breastfeeding Walk and Health Fair celebrates World Breastfeeding Week with a community walk and a health-focused fair. Attendees can learn about WIC services and resources offered by community partners. Family friendly activities, music, healthy snacks, and raffle prizes create a welcoming atmosphere. The event highlights the importance of human milk and its positive influence on health worldwide.

Kick off Monterey Car Week with a downtown showcase from WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Alvarado Street will feature a lineup of 30 classic race cars near the Monterey Conference Center and the Portola Hotel and Spa. Attendees can meet the drivers behind these historic machines, enjoy live music, and take part in giveaways as the celebration gets underway.

The Goonies screens on the sand as part of Free Movies on the Beach, set along the shore in front of the Colonnade. Admission is free and seating is first come, first served. Bring low-back chairs or blankets and leave space so everyone can see comfortably. A 15-minute intermission is included. Smoking is not permitted on the beach or Boardwalk, and alcohol and glass are not allowed on the beach. A limited number of assistive listening devices can be checked out 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. 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 enjoy a relaxed, hands-on harvest experience. Strawberries and flowers are available in season, while some crops wrap up earlier than others. Start by checking in near the tent cabins to pick up containers before heading into the fields. Payment is cashless, so bring a smartphone and a credit card, and plan to complete the purchase on your own device by entering the card number. Free parking is available in lots 115 and 116 and at the Hay Barn lot during u-pick hours, and visitors are asked not to use the dirt lot by the back gate. One ADA space is available on the farm for those with a valid placard. The terrain includes uneven, hilly areas, and those who need accommodations can email agroecology@ucsc.edu. Please leave pets at home, with the exception of service animals.

This scenic group ride with Kruz3r Mob follows the Monterey Peninsula from Seaside Beach to Lovers Point. The route includes a lunch stop at Cannery Row, along with additional breaks for refreshments and photo opportunities. The outing welcomes families. Participants are encouraged to bring sunscreen and a lock.

Presented by the City of San Juan Bautista, this free outdoor movie series offers six evenings of family entertainment at Abbe Park Field. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, gather with family and friends, and enjoy films under the stars. The lineup features Zootopia 2, Lilo & Stitch, Hoppers, How to Train Your Dragon, GOAT, and Wicked: For Good. Admission is free, parking is available nearby, and guests are encouraged to help keep the park clean by disposing of trash properly.

Santa Cruz Warriors Lacrosse offers a no-travel, once-a-week summer program for boys and girls ages 4 to 10 in Santa Cruz County. It welcomes both beginners and experienced players to learn and play one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. Sessions take place on Sundays at Harbor High and run for eight weeks. Players are grouped by grade level, with TK to 1st and 2nd to 4th divisions, and girls and boys are placed in separate divisions when numbers allow, otherwise teams are coed. Each meeting lasts about an hour and a half, beginning with roughly 45 minutes of practice followed by one 30 minute game. The league focuses on building fundamentals, fostering a supportive community, and plenty of gameplay. Team assignments are set before the season begins, and loaner sticks are available at the start of the season.

At Pet Food Express in Los Gatos, visitors can meet cats hoping to be matched with a loving home. This in-person event provides an opportunity to see available cats and their personalities. Adoption events are held at this location.

This free bilingual Positive Discipline playgroup provides sessions in English with Sarahi and in Spanish with Angelica. Families can find support for Positive Discipline practices, enjoy brunch snacks, and access additional resources with direct referrals. Guidance centers on understanding child development and practical ways to nurture cognitive, movement, social, and language skills. Register by calling 831-288-0088, or text the code word "RC Fam" along with your name and your children’s ages to 831-292-4088.

Trilingual playgroups centered on Positive Discipline are offered with facilitation in Mixteco and Spanish and accessibility in English. Guillermina leads songs and shares resources in Mixteco and Spanish, while bilingual facilitators Melanie, Rocio, and Sarahi provide songs and resource support in Spanish and English. Additional resources and direct referrals are available. Capacity is limited, so advance sign up is required. Pop up sessions in parks or other community spaces can be arranged to expand access.

Presented by the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, Choose Santa Cruz, and the Santa Cruz Wharf Tenants, Tuesday Night Live brings live music back to the Wharf Commons stage. Explore wharf business pop ups and consider making a dinner reservation before the shows. Attendees may want to bring a chair or lace up dancing shoes. After every performance, the festivities continue upstairs at Vino by the Sea. This season features a rotating lineup that includes SambaDá, The Viva Santana Show, The Unauthorized Rolling Stones, Sweet VooDoo, The Lost Boys featuring James Durbin, Fish Hook, formerly Santa Cruda, The Joint Chiefs, and Extra Large.

Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion brings motorsport history to life with authentic, period-correct competition. The 2026 spotlight centers on the pioneers and champions of Japanese racing, featuring notable machinery from Mazda, Toyota, Yamaha, Honda, Nissan, Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, Mitsubishi, and others. The celebration covers disciplines where these brands have excelled, including INDYCAR, NASCAR, Formula 1, Formula E, endurance events, sports car competition, off-road, rally, motorcycle racing, and drifting. For more than half a century, this gathering has honored heritage at speed with family-friendly activities, elevated culinary options, and premium hospitality. Attendees may meet renowned drivers and absorb the distinctive sights and sounds of some of the world’s most celebrated race cars. As a highlight of Monterey Car Week, it offers an immersive experience for enthusiasts. Petersen Automotive Museum members and friends can take advantage of exclusive savings during race weekend.

Concours Carmel features an exclusive Futuro Clásico class for late-model Ferraris. Owners of vehicles from 2021 to 2026 may be eligible to showcase their cars in this special category. A $50 donation supports Rancho Cielo’s student automotive program as part of participation. Spots are limited, and more information is available by direct message.

The weekly Tech Café at Watsonville Public Library offers friendly help with basic technology questions and a chance to try out new tools. The focus changes each month, with examples that include Doodle Pens, Makey Makey circuit boards, a 3D printer, Spheros programmable robots, a Cricut, a Glowforge laser cutter, and iPad stop motion movie making. This program welcomes participants of all ages.