UCSC Quarry Amphitheater
Santa Cruz, CA
1156 High Street 95064
VENUE GUIDE
UCSC Quarry Amphitheater
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater
Make the event easier by staying close to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater and the surrounding Santa Cruz area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The Inn at Pasatiempo
1.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (510 reviews)
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (499 reviews)
National 9 Motel
2.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.7 (315 reviews)
Best Western Inn
2.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.8 (437 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About UCSC Quarry Amphitheater & the Area
UCSC Quarry Amphitheater is an event venue in Santa Cruz, CA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Banana Joe's
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (26 reviews)
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
0.2 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (98 reviews)
Pogonip Pizza Co.
1.6 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (72 reviews)
Mackenzie Bar & Grill
1.7 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (112 reviews)
Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
1.8 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (277 reviews)
Back Nine Grill & BAR
1.9 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (525 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
After Hours Cocktail Bar
2.2 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)
Rush Inn
2.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (54 reviews)
The Hotel - Cocktail Lounge, Bar & Restaurant
2.3 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (14 reviews)
The Redroom Cocktail Lounge
2.3 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (424 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Perk Coffee Bar at Earth & Marine Sciences
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (31 reviews)
Stevenson Coffee House
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (52 reviews)
Perk Coffee Bar at Physical Sciences
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (28 reviews)
Owl's Nest
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (56 reviews)
Museums
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
3.0 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (513 reviews)
Court of Mysteries
3.1 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (24 reviews)
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
3.4 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,438 reviews)
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
3.5 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (348 reviews)
Attractions
Alan Chadwick Garden
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (30 reviews)
High Chair
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (10 reviews)
Tree 9
0.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (13 reviews)
Buddha Shrine
0.6 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (13 reviews)
Pogonip Open Space
0.7 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (462 reviews)
UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden
1.1 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (929 reviews)
Shopping
Gateway Plaza
1.9 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (675 reviews)
Aude Castagna- Galleria
2.3 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (46 reviews)
Cooperhouse Shopping Center
2.4 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (676 reviews)
San Lorenzo Park Plaza Shopping Center
2.4 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (293 reviews)
Downtown Santa Cruz
2.5 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (97 reviews)
Almar Shopping Center
2.6 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,000 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Banana Joe's
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Today: 8:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.5 (26 reviews)
Cowell/Stevenson Dining Hall
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (98 reviews)
Pogonip Pizza Co.
1.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (72 reviews)
Woodhouse Blending & Brewing
1.8 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at UCSC Quarry Amphitheater.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (277 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
After Hours Cocktail Bar
2.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (46 reviews)
Rush Inn
2.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (54 reviews)
The Hotel - Cocktail Lounge, Bar & Restaurant
2.3 mi from the venue
A nearby post-event stop for drinks.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (14 reviews)
The Redroom Cocktail Lounge
2.3 mi from the venue
Drinks near UCSC Quarry Amphitheater after the show or game.
Today: 3:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (424 reviews)
Getting to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater
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Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to UCSC Quarry Amphitheater in Santa Cruz, CA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for UCSC Quarry Amphitheater. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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