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Free Friday Night ConcertsFREE Friday Night
BANDS ON THE BEACH
Every Friday from June 19 to
Sept. 4, 2009
Classic rock bands from the 70s and 80s performing 2 free shows every Friday night at 6:30 and 8:30 pm on the beach bandstand.

See the full schedule!
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Cirque Magnifique!Summer Entertainment on the Beach Bandstand
Cirque Magnifique!
July 12 – August 20, 2009
Mon-Thurs Noon & 3:00pm
Sundays Noon & 6:00pm
Join us for this FREE high-intensity acrobatic spectacular!

World-class French-Canadian performers will grace the Boardwalk's beach bandstand with spinning German Wheels, cycle stunts, high-energy trampoline, gravity-defying balance, amazing acrobatic feats, colorful clowns, and more.

You don't want to miss this show!

Click here for photos and video preview
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Wharf to Wharf Race StartWharf to Wharf Race Sunday, July 26, 2009wharf to wharfRunners race the coast from the Boardwalk to Capitola in this popular early morning event.

Visit the official event Wharf to Wharf Race website
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Public Safety Appreciation DaysPublic Safety Appreciation DaysAugust 29 – September 4, 2009photoSpecial discounts for first responders and their families!

A portion of each discounted wristband purchased gets donated back to Fallen Officers Foundation. Click here for more info!


Public Safety "BEACH GAMES" Competition & Safety Booths
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Safety BoothGather a team of four to compete in the Boardwalk’s first Public Safety “Beach Games” Competition!

Games are open to all active and retired first responders! As part of the festivities, booth space on the Boardwalk is available to agencies interested in providing families with safety-related information.

Click here for more info including registration forms
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scout days photoScout Days at the Beach September 11-12, 2009 & October 9-10, 2009Bring your Scout troop to the Boardwalk, earn merit badges, Scoutsand enjoy special group discounts.

Call (831) 460-3342 or click here for more information.
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Cheerleading CompetitionUSA/Boardwalk Cheer & Dance CompetitionSeptember 26 – 27, 2009
Come to the ONLY Northern California cheer and dance competition on the beach! High School, Junior High, All-Star, and Youth Sports teams from throughout the state compete in this competition to qualify for the 2010 USA National Events!

To register a team visit usa.varsity.com

USA SPIRIT


For family and friend ride discounts email Kim at youthsales@beachboardwalk.com

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Gay Family Day1st Annual Gay Family Day at the Boardwalk Saturday, October 3, 2009Everyone is invited to attend this family-friendly day at the Boardwalk featuring special entertainment, family activities, and LGBT networking booths.

Click here for more information
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Hot Rods at the Beach PhotoHot Rods at the Beach October 10 - 11, 2009
10am - 5pm, Free Admission
The Boardwalk shows off classic cars during the 12th Annual Hot Rods at the Beach event to benefit the Santa Cruz City Police Officers’ Association.

Visit the Hot Rods at the Beach website for more info
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Santa Cruz Band ReviewSanta Cruz Band Review Saturday, October 17, 2009The 39th Annual Santa Cruz Youth Band Review marches from downtown Santa Cruz to the Boardwalk. Watch high school bands from all over California strut their stuff.

Do you have a band that would like to participate? Click here to download the registration form.
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big kahuna triathalonBig Kahuna Triathalon Sunday, October 25, 2009Big Kahuna Triathalon

For more information check out the official
Big Kahuna Triathalon website - Click here!
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holiday lights train"Santa's Kingdom"
& the Holiday Lights Train
November 28 – December 20, 2009Ride through town on Roaring Camp's Holiday Lights Train singing carols and sipping hot-spiced cider and finish up with a stroll through "Santa's Kingdom". You can take a photo with Santa, share some Marini's candy, play a quick round of mini-golf, or pick up a last minute gift. Train starts and ends at the Boardwalk.
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