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Brigid Fuller, Communications Manager
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The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a classic seaside amusement park featuring the historic Giant Dipper wooden roller coaster, dozens of family-friendly rides and midway games, plus indoor arcades with mini golf and laser tag. We've been entertaining Santa Cruz beach visitors since 1907.

Latest Press Releases

Feb 12, 2020 Registration Open for Boardwalk Fun Run on April 5
Jan 13, 2020 Calling All Chefs for the Santa Cruz Clam Chowder Cook-Off
Dec 5, 2019 "World’s Smallest Bowling Museum" Opens in Santa Cruz
Dec 4, 2019 Boardwalk Wins Brass Ring Award at IAAPA Expo
Oct 28, 2019 2019 Drive for Schools Raises $690,740 for Santa Cruz County Schools
May 16, 2019 Boardwalk's Giant Dipper Celebrates 95 Years and 66 Million Riders

Press Kit

Just the Facts
The Boardwalk’s Most Popular Ride - The Giant Dipper
The Giant Dipper - Fun Facts
California’s Original Beach Party - Entertaining Visitors for Over A Century
1911 Looff Carousel Circles the Generations
Historic Preservation Key to Boardwalk Success
1911 Looff Carousel: Fun Facts
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