Wilder Ranch Old-Fashioned Independence Day

Visit Wilder Ranch’s historic cultural preserve and take a step back in time 100 years ago as you participate in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration including a noon family parade, games, children’s crafts area, live big-band music, living history demonstrations, historic speeches and flag-raising. Food and drink available for sale, or bring a picnic lunch. The park is located 2 miles north of Santa Cruz on the coast side of Highway 1 at 1401 Coast Road Santa Cruz, CA 95060. This event is appropriate for all ages Day-use parking fee is $10. More information is available at (831)426-0505. The event is held on the grounds of the Wilder Ranch Cultural Preserve.