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Santa Cruz Concerts in December 2026
Santa Cruz concerts in December 2026 are here—browse the live show calendar below now and catch the best gigs in town this month.
Dec 02Wed • 7:00 PM
(((folkYEAH))) Presents: JESSICA LEA MAYFIELD, HORSEPOWER
Jessica Lea Mayfield · Horsepower
The Crepe PlaceSanta Cruz, CA
Dec 05Sat • 9:00 PM
Hell's Belles - World Famous All-Female AC/DC Tribute Band w/ murdershow
Moe's AlleySanta Cruz, CA
Dec 09Wed • 8:00 PM
Moe's Alley Presents: The James Hunter Six "Off The Fence Tour"
Moe's AlleySanta Cruz, CA
Dec 12Sat • 9:00 PM
How The Grouch Stole Christmas: The Grouch & Eligh
The Grouch · The Grouch & Eligh
The CatalystSanta Cruz, CATop Artists Coming to Santa Cruz in December 2026
Ski Mask The Slump God
Ski Mask the Slump God is a rapper from Broward County, Florida, known for a fast, playful flow and morbid cartoonish persona. After meeting XXXTENTACION in juvenile detention, they formed groups like Members Only. He built a following on SoundCloud with millions of plays on tracks like I Like Bricks and Kate Moss, later releasing his debut mixtape YouWillRegret via Republic Records.
The Lemon Twigs
Formed by Long Island brothers Brian and Michael D'Addario, the Lemon Twigs play theatrical 1970s-influenced power pop and Baroque pop. Raised by musical parents, the multi-instrumentalist siblings debuted with 2016's Do Hollywood on 4AD, followed by conceptual and eclectic releases including Go to School and Everything Harmony.
Long Beach Dub Allstars
Long Beach Dub Allstars are pioneers of the West Coast Cali Reggae scene. Their album Echo Mountain High explores themes from youth and ghosts to police brutality, love, hate, life, death, and mushrooms.
Popular Venues for Concerts in Santa Cruz in December
Rio Theatre
The RIO Theatre is a 409-capacity independent art house and multimedia venue in East Vancouver, BC, built in 1938 with Art Deco architecture. This community-supported landmark offers eclectic programming, blending cult films with diverse live concerts, comedy, and burlesque, all in an intimate setting with bar service.
Venue typeMultimedia Venue
Capacity409
FAQ
What Concerts Are Coming Up in Santa Cruz in December 2026?
The concert listings for Santa Cruz in December 2026 feature upcoming performers and dates, including ISAIAH (November 14, 2026), Ski (December 11, 2026), (((folkYEAH!))) (January 14, 2027), and As (November 18, 2026). Browse the current shows and their ticket options as you plan your visit; we regularly update the listings as event information changes.
What Venues Host Concerts in Santa Cruz in December 2026?
Among the places hosting concerts in Santa Cruz during December 2026 are Moe's Alley, The Catalyst, The Crepe Place, and Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst. These are selected locations, not an exhaustive list, so check the concert listings for the venue associated with each show you're interested in.
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