Boardwalk Frolic
September 25 @ 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
$20
Kick off your UCSC experience with a night of fun at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! The Boardwalk Frolic is a private event just for new UCSC students—featuring free rides, games, and the chance to connect with fellow Banana Slugs right on the beach. Enjoy the lights, the ocean breeze, and one of Santa Cruz’s most iconic spots as you make new memories and new friends.
Purchase tickets in advance to avoid long wait lines at the Boardwalk!
$20 for all UCSC Students* – purchase your ticket here!
*Ticket price increases to $40 after 4,500 student tickets are sold.
- Unlimited rides
- $10 MyBoardwalk Card valid for food, games, and retail
- Free mini golf, laser tag, fright walk, and laser maze
- Free arcade play
- Free parking
- Campus shuttles