Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!

Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popula

r bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re c

oming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

🎶 Kicking it all off on May 30, we’re making Santa Cruz music history:
Alex Lucero Band, Ripatti Rose Band, members of Ancestree, and Swan Porter are joining forces for one epic night— four bands becoming one. Do. Not. Miss. This.

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Thank you to our title sponsor: City of Santa Cruz Economic Development Department

And thank you to our Midtown Fridays partners: Santa Cruz Vibes Magazine, Mark McWhinney, Caitlin Phillips, Realtor®, Santa Cruz Warriors, and the Arts Council Santa Cruz County