Boardwalk Fright Flicks — Santa Cruz, CA

Boardwalk Fright Flicks — Event Details

📍 Venue: The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center (Coconut Grove), Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk — 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
📅 Dates: Wednesdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026
🕐 Hours: Doors 7:30 PM; movies 8:00 PM
🎫 Price: $18 entry (includes beach chair seating + one drink ticket); $30 premium
👶 Ages: 21+
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: https://beachboardwalk.com/boardwalk-fright-flicks/

🎃 Local Insight Ratings

Best for: Movie lovers, date nights, and families wanting a chill Halloween evening.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Check the film rating — some screenings are family classics, others are full horror.

🎃 Buy snacks there if you can — concessions usually support the venue or a local cause.

🎃 Arrive 45 minutes early — the best blanket spots go fast.

🎃 Bring blankets AND chairs — low chairs for the back rows keep sightlines clear.

🎃 Pack bug spray and layers — October nights bite in more ways than one.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog?
Many outdoor screenings are dog-friendly on leash; confirm on the event page.

What movie is showing at Boardwalk Fright Flicks?
The feature lineup is on the official page — Wednesdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026. Expect Halloween classics; some venues do double features.

What happens if it rains?
Most outdoor screenings have a rain date or move indoors — check the organizer’s socials day-of.