Schedule

12:00 PM
Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band

The Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band represents the best of the best high-school student musicians from Santa Cruz and neighboring counties.

1:15 PM
Kuzanga Marimba

Traditional and contemporary music from the Shona culture of Zimbabwe

2:30 PM
Coffee Zombie Collective

Rock anthems and originals, to old-time standards, and right back through 80's and 90's hits

12:00 PM
What's a Playshop?

A playshop is a fun hands-on experience that showcases how local organizations use play to make a positive impact in our community. There are a wide variety of playshops to choose from in the park and in Louden Nelson Community Center rooms.

Schedule of playshops updated daily.
12:00 PM
Dog-gone Fun

Try not to fall in love with any of the friendly dogs that are taking turns hanging out in the Beer & Wine Garden with the hopes of finding a forever home. (Drop in 12:00 - 4:00) Multi-purpose Room

12:15 PM &
3:20 PM
Laughter Yoga

Laugh your way out of stress and negative thoughts through playful, interactive laughter exercises, meditation and shivasana (deep relaxation). 12:15 in Room #1, 3:20 in Room #4

12:15 PM
Math Adventures of Jamear

Discover how math is a fun part of everyday life through exciting math-based crafts, games and activities for kids K-3. (12:15-1:00) Room #7

12:30 PM
A Virtual Playshop

Explore first-hand how virtual reality technology is used for gaming, learning and more. Ages 13 and up. (Drop in 12:30 -1:10)  Room #5

12:45 PM
Learn to Waltz

Swirl your way into fun at this beginner Waltz lesson. (40 minute lesson)  Room #4

1:30 PM
Meet the Band

This is your backstage pass to meet members of the Kuumbwa Honors Jazz band! (Drop in 1:30-2:15) Room #1

1:30 PM
Zines for Social Change

Join our DIY Zine making workshop to explore community social issues around the themes of climate change, families and speaking up and out. (Drop in 1:30 -2:10) Room #5

2:00 PM &
2:40 PM
Martial Arts Maneuvers

Come experience a Martial Arts mini class! Learn meditation, energy flow, stretching and kicking and hear an ancient martial arts story. Every child gets to kick through a wooden board at the end of the 20 minute session! (Limit 10 children per session.)     Room #4

2:30 PM
Cuéntame a Story

We can all use a little self-love. Join us for an All Ages Bilingual Adventure towards self-acceptance through storytime and crafts. (2:30- 3:10)  Room #5

2:45 PM
Discover your Family's Rhythm

Make the world a better place through interactive music-making for the whole family: singing, dancing and rhythm instrument play.  Room #1

3:10 PM
Up-cycle Plastics to Art!

Using plastic re-purposed scraps, create a jellyfish, sea turtle, fish or something entirely of your own creation. Room #7

12:00 PM
Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band

The Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band represents the best of the best high-school student musicians from Santa Cruz and neighboring counties.

1:15 PM
Kuzanga Marimba

Traditional and contemporary music from the Shona culture of Zimbabwe

2:30 PM
Coffee Zombie Collective

Rock anthems and originals, to old-time standards, and right back through 80's and 90's hits

12:00 PM
What's a Playshop?

A playshop is a fun hands-on experience that showcases how local organizations use play to make a positive impact in our community. There are a wide variety of playshops to choose from in the park and in Louden Nelson Community Center rooms.

Schedule of playshops updated daily.
12:00 PM
Dog-gone Fun

Try not to fall in love with any of the friendly dogs that are taking turns hanging out in the Beer & Wine Garden with the hopes of finding a forever home. (Drop in 12:00 - 4:00) Multi-purpose Room

12:15 PM &
3:20 PM
Laughter Yoga

Laugh your way out of stress and negative thoughts through playful, interactive laughter exercises, meditation and shivasana (deep relaxation). 12:15 in Room #1, 3:20 in Room #4

12:15 PM
Math Adventures of Jamear

Discover how math is a fun part of everyday life through exciting math-based crafts, games and activities for kids K-3. (12:15-1:00) Room #7

12:30 PM
A Virtual Playshop

Explore first-hand how virtual reality technology is used for gaming, learning and more. Ages 13 and up. (Drop in 12:30 -1:10)  Room #5

12:45 PM
Learn to Waltz

Swirl your way into fun at this beginner Waltz lesson. (40 minute lesson)  Room #4

1:30 PM
Meet the Band

This is your backstage pass to meet members of the Kuumbwa Honors Jazz band! (Drop in 1:30-2:15) Room #1

1:30 PM
Zines for Social Change

Join our DIY Zine making workshop to explore community social issues around the themes of climate change, families and speaking up and out. (Drop in 1:30 -2:10) Room #5

2:00 PM &
2:40 PM
Martial Arts Maneuvers

Come experience a Martial Arts mini class! Learn meditation, energy flow, stretching and kicking and hear an ancient martial arts story. Every child gets to kick through a wooden board at the end of the 20 minute session! (Limit 10 children per session.)     Room #4

2:30 PM
Cuéntame a Story

We can all use a little self-love. Join us for an All Ages Bilingual Adventure towards self-acceptance through storytime and crafts. (2:30- 3:10)  Room #5

2:45 PM
Discover your Family's Rhythm

Make the world a better place through interactive music-making for the whole family: singing, dancing and rhythm instrument play.  Room #1

3:10 PM
Up-cycle Plastics to Art!

Using plastic re-purposed scraps, create a jellyfish, sea turtle, fish or something entirely of your own creation. Room #7

A Playshop Festival!

Ride, skip, skate or dance your way to Play it Forward Santa Cruz.

Experience how play can transform lives and strengthen communities.