Upcoming events

Trivia Night
Mar
26

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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CASANOSTRA
Mar
29

CASANOSTRA

CASANOSTRA is a Eugene based band performing virtuoso international music, a journey throughout world cultures

Priyo - rhythm and lead guitar -

Jessica - Multi instrumentalist and vocals -

Natasha - Violin and vocals -

Joining the CasaNostra perfotmers for their California tour are:

Enahena - Percussion and vocals

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Sweet Voodoo
Apr
4

Sweet Voodoo

Sweet VooDoo is a solid band of seasoned players bringing super danceable rock-n-funk-n-jams to the party. The voodoo that WE do will get you moving, grooving and singing along to a mix of epic hits and rare gems from the deep vault of all-time greats like Aretha, Hendrix, Zeppelin, Santana, Joplin, and many more. We’ll rock the house and tickle your funky bone with a tight rhythm section, a shredding guitarist, and a dynamic leading lady… come check out the show!

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Afro HiLife
Apr
5

Afro HiLife

Tropical Fusion, Afro Funk, Soukous, HiLife, Afro Reggae, Afro Beat

AfroHiLife is a band formed in Santa Cruz CA - The band performs music that will get you dancing ; whether it’s a slow Tropical ballad or a pumping Soukous the band’s hypno-rhythms will take you for a journey.

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The Trolley Drops - 1st Sundays (Copy)
Apr
6

The Trolley Drops - 1st Sundays (Copy)

The Trolley Drops play hokum blues and novelty tunes from the 20s and 30s. Vocally rich, carefree, and infectiously fun, this good time dance music, often known as Jug Band Music, blends the call and response of gospel with the drive of the delta blues and the ruckus sounds of New Orleans Jazz. The line up currently includes bass, banjo, guitar, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone with kazoo, washboard and jug players occasionally sitting in...our motto is: The more the merrier… Jug till you Drop…..

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Trivia Night
Apr
9

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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The Puffball Collective
Apr
11

The Puffball Collective

Enjoy live music from The Puffball Collective out in Abbott Square.

Grab a tasty meal or delicious beverage in Abbott Square Market. Explore the interactive art and history exhibitions just a few steps away inside the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History. Run into old friends and make new ones in the plaza.
Free and all ages.
Made possible by Abbott Square Market.
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More about the band:
The Puffball Collective(TPC), is a legendary local Santa Cruz band, that touches the hearts of anyone who witnesses them. Every performance we will celebrate as community the power & healing of music & song with happy-feet-dance, spirit- lifting-revival , and unifying-revelry….The power of TPC!!!

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East Side Funk
Apr
12

East Side Funk

East Side Funk is an energetic, instrumental jazz-funk band led by veteran composer Bobby Valderrama.

Thrilling audiences at city street festivals, wineries, and entertainment venues, the band has earned its place as a favorite in the Northern California live music scene.

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Trivia Night
Apr
16

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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Flypaper Blues
Apr
18

Flypaper Blues

Santa Cruz-based Americana band Flypaper Blues is straight out of your grandfather's rifle barrel. A little whiskey, coffee grinds, 2-in-1 oil, and a whole lot of fiddle, driving drums, and bass rhythms. This 100% homegrown, local band brings influences from traditional bluegrass, post-punk, ragtime, to alt-country genres. Songwriting is personal, comedic, and inspired by the existential need to transcend the hazards and pitfalls of modern life with soul-nourishing music.

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Papiba and Friends
Apr
19

Papiba and Friends

It's going to be a party! Free and all ages show made possible by Abbott Square Market and all these amazing musicians.

A collision of rock, soul, funk, reggae, and samba, this group takes current world music and stirs it up to create a refreshing new sound.

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Trivia Night
Apr
23

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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Coffee Zombie Collective
Apr
26

Coffee Zombie Collective

Coffee Zombie Collective formed in 2010 as a loose group of sleep-deprived musicians playing their favorite lesser-heard songs alongside karaoke barn-burner hits. The band has continued to evolve, mixing in their own originals alongside twisted acoustic reimaginings of contemporary pop hits such as Lourde's "Royals" and cult classics such as Motörhead's "Ace of Spades." Coffee Zombie Collective takes the songs you love, or love to hate, and weaves them into medlies, or upside-down interpretations that always leaves audiences smiling. The band's high-energy stage performances whip audiences into sing-along dance frenzies. The repeated on-stage mantra is "If you know the words, sing along. If you don't know the words, sing louder!" If you're at the show, you're part of the collective, and highly encouraged to contribute in the frisky, sweaty, ad-libbed sound explosion that is Coffee Zombie Collective. It's never the same show twice.

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Trivia Night
Apr
30

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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Big Bad Wolf
Mar
22

Big Bad Wolf

Enjoy live music from Big Bad Wolf out in Abbott Square.

Grab a tasty meal or delicious beverage in Abbott Square Market. Explore the interactive art and history exhibitions just a few steps away inside the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History. Run into old friends and make new ones in the plaza.

Free and all ages.

About Big Bad Wolf:

Classic Rock, Soul, and Blues

Big Bad Wolf's collection of classic covers ranges from Beatles to Bowie to James Brown to CCR with many interesting stops in between.

www.bigbadrockingwolf.com

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Trivia Night
Mar
19

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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CASANOSTRA
Mar
15

CASANOSTRA

CASANOSTRA is a Eugene based band performing virtuoso international music, a journey throughout world cultures

Priyo - rhythm and lead guitar -

Jessica - Multi instrumentalist and vocals -

Natasha - Violin and vocals -

Joining the CasaNostra perfotmers for their California tour are:

Gary Carpenter - Guitar & Enahena - Percussion and vocals

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Surf Creeps
Mar
14

Surf Creeps

The Surf Creeps is a surf, rockabilly aka surfabilly trio from Santa Cruz CA. All 3 members come from highly acclaimed bands from the San Fransisco Bay area

This is an indoor show, so come down and get a break from the weather.

You won't want to miss these guys!

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Trivia Night
Mar
12

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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Comedy Night
Mar
10

Comedy Night

Come hang out in the garden and have some laughs, EVERY MONDAY NIGHT.

Featuring comedians from all over the Bay Area and beyond.

Hosted by Brian Snyder

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SambaDa
Mar
7

SambaDa

SambaDá will move through you and create an energy that is undeniable through downtown Santa Cruz. Do not miss this one!

SambaDá musically unites the Americas, drawing from percussion-based styles of South and Central American samba and salsa, and blending them with the funk celebrating the roots of Brazilian and Afro-Brazilian song!

Made possible by Abbott Square Market and these amazing musicians.

Free and all ages

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Trivia Night
Mar
5

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

View Event →
The Trolley Drops - 1st Sundays
Mar
2

The Trolley Drops - 1st Sundays

The Trolley Drops play hokum blues and novelty tunes from the 20s and 30s. Vocally rich, carefree, and infectiously fun, this good time dance music, often known as Jug Band Music, blends the call and response of gospel with the drive of the delta blues and the ruckus sounds of New Orleans Jazz. The line up currently includes bass, banjo, guitar, clarinet, trumpet, and trombone with kazoo, washboard and jug players occasionally sitting in...our motto is: The more the merrier… Jug till you Drop…..

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Dan Frechette
Feb
22

Dan Frechette

Dan's signature guitar playing style is a beaming nod to the the great guitar masters: Pete Townshend, Norman Blake and Doc Watson. Dan Frechette is equally at home in the spotlight as he is as a session and backup player, able to change styles to suit an audience or recording situation at the drop of a tip in his hat.

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Eli Mabanza
Feb
21

Eli Mabanza

The music of Elie Mabanza originates from his roots in Congo Brazzaville, Africa. It is largely influenced by his love of rhythm and harmony, as well as a need to tell his stories through song

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All you need is crafts!
Feb
14

All you need is crafts!

All You Need is...Crafts!

Tired of the same old Valentine's Day routine?

Join us for an evening of fun and creativity at our "All You Need is Crafts" event!

Check-in between 5:30-6PM

Craft and photos stations run from 6-8PM.

Get crafty and unleash your inner artist with:

  • Simple Embroidery: Bring a piece of clothing from home and learn a basic design.

  • Decoupage Magic: Transform ordinary mason jars into enchanting mini lanterns.

  • Magnetic Mayhem: Create adorable or sassy magnets to share with your peeps.

  • Mall Photos: Pose with friends with our retro mall inspired backdrop and photographer.

Tickets are limited!

All You Need is...Crafts is an all ages event, but better suited for mature participants.

Tickets found here on eventbrite:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1206250179759/?aff=oddtdtcreator

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Robert Hager and The Wolf Pack
Feb
8

Robert Hager and The Wolf Pack

Robert Hager and the Wolf Pack is a high energy rock and blues band from Santa Cruz California. Robert Hager is a veteran of the San Francisco Bay Area and Santa Cruz music scene. He is a multi-instrumentalist and master of the Stratocaster and Harmonica.  Karen Wolf lead vocals, Craig Underwood drums and Randal Rogers on bass.

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Trivia Night
Jan
29

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK every Wednesday starting Janurary 15th, hosted at front and cooper inside of Abbott Square!

Come test your knowledge, win some prizes and have some hand crafted cocktails!

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