Santa Cruz Events
Over 20,000 alumni still call
Santa Cruz home
Living locally to your alma mater comes with extra perks. Join us on campus and around town to stay connected with the University and build community with
fellow Slugs.
Alumni & Family Days on Campus
Alumni & Family Days showcase the local impact of UC Santa Cruz and offer alumni an exclusive opportunity to visit our excellent facilities.
2024 Dates
Saturday, May 11 at the Institute of the Arts & Sciences
Saturday, June 1 at the Arboretum & Botanic Garden
Saturday, September 28 at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center
Saturday, October 19 at the Farm & Alan Chadwick Garden
- Saturday, May 11 at the Institute of the Arts & Sciences | RSVP
- Saturday, June 1 at the Arboretum & Botanic Garden | RSVP
- Saturday, September 28 at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center
- Saturday, October 19 at the Farm & Alan Chadwick Garden
Spotlight Santa Cruz
Spotlight Santa Cruz is an event series featuring unique and intimate experiences designed to celebrate the rich entrepreneurial spirit of UC Santa Cruz alumni in the local community. These events have limited capacity and registration with payment is required.
Previous events have included:
- Beer Tasting & Brewery Tour at Fruition Brewing
- Watercolor & Wine with Studio Abachar at Little Shop of Horticulture
- San Jose Sharks Game at SAP Center
Interested in hosting a Spotlight event or have an idea to share? Contact us at alumni@ucsc.edu.
University events
Visit the UCSC events calendar to learn more about events and programs happening on campus, virtually, and in the community.