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Wed Nov 11
Classic beachfront thrills
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Upcoming at Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkSanta Cruz
"lively, a little nostalgic, and right next to the ocean"
Sea lions hang out off the nearby pier
Weekend parking takes patience — arrive early
Ride the historic Giant Dipper wooden coaster with ocean breezes in your hair, then hit the sand for a beach break between spins. It's classic California fun: arcade games, carnival eats, and that nostalgic boardwalk energy you can't fake.
This event already happened.
Upcoming at Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkSanta Cruz
"lively, a little nostalgic, and right next to the ocean"
Sea lions hang out off the nearby pier
Weekend parking takes patience — arrive early
Ride the historic Giant Dipper wooden coaster with ocean breezes in your hair, then hit the sand for a beach break between spins. It's classic California fun: arcade games, carnival eats, and that nostalgic boardwalk energy you can't fake.
What are you into?
- family-friendly fun
- iconic wooden coaster
- beach & boardwalk
- arcade games
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Santa Cruz
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