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Group Discounts (15 or more)

Bring your group of 15+ for a day of fun.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Ride Wristband

Enjoy rides all day long!
$34.95-$69.95

See calendar for ride hours.

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All-You-Can-Play-Arcades

Available on days rides are closed.
2 hours of arcade play for only $24.95!
  • See calendar for ride hours.
  • Must pre-purchase online. Walk-up groups will not be accommodated.
  • Orders must be picked up before 5pm at the Season Pass office.
  • Arcade Play will be loaded on a wristband that can be swiped at all green arcade games (not valid for redemption games) and at Laser Tag and Miniature Golf.
  • Two-hours of arcade play will start at first swipe of wristband.
  • Purchase Orders are not accepted.
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Bowling

Bring your group to the Boardwalk Bowl!

All include:

  • Two hours of bowling
  • Shoe Rental
  • Unlimited Sodas
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Educational Days at the Boardwalk

Save when you bring your school group to the Boardwalk and combine learning with fun. Download the appropriate free self-guided workbook and watch as your students explore the physics and creativity that brings the Boardwalk to life!

Mini Golf & Laser Tag: Discounts & Private Rentals

Questions & Answers

No, every group of 15+ people receives the same discount rate.

We offer $20 MyBoardwalk cards that can be used at all food locations.

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is admission free. Only individuals who plan on going on rides need to purchase a Ride Wristband. Anyone receiving a ride wristband must be present at the Season Pass office to get wristbanded by an employee.

On a Limited Rides Day you can expect up to 15 rides (3-5 kiddie rides) open. In addition to rides, your wristband will include unlimited attractions at Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Laser Maze, and Fright Walk.

No, all group discount orders must be paid with a credit card, check, or cash. All online orders must be paid with a credit card.

Downloadable workbooks for elementary, middle, and high school are available. More Info.

Only school or group visit charter busses may park free of charge. Buses may unload students/guests in the street loading zone between Neptune’s Kingdom and the Main Entrance. They can then proceed to park in the River Lot located at 100 3rd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Bus parking is limited, and we may not be able to accommodate all buses. No in and out privileges.

Rides, attractions, and operating days and hours are subject to availability and may change without notice. Should the rides close the day of your scheduled visit (due to weather or any other reason), your paid Ride Wristband value can be rolled over to another date. Please note: Other dates may incur upgrade fees. Offer not applicable if rides open on your scheduled date.

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is admission free. You may bring outside food and drinks.

More Questions?

Email groupsales@beachboardwalk.com

1. Advance Purchase Requirement

  • Group orders must be pre-purchased online prior to your visit.
  • On-site group ride wristband purchases will not be available or accommodated.

2. Add-ons

  • MyBoardwalk Cards for food and arcade games can be added at the time of your ride wristband purchase.
  • Please note that all food and game locations are cashless and require a MyBoardwalk Card or other electronic payment methods.
  • Wristbands may be added in a single add-on transaction on the day of your visit. Additional wristbands cannot be added later in the day.

3. Payment

  • Purchase Orders are not accepted.
  • For check payments, please email groupsales@beachboardwalk.com to request an invoice. Be sure to allow up to 3 business days for invoice processing prior to your group visit.
  • Accepted payment methods include: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay, and MyBoardwalk Cards.
  • All purchases must be completed in a single payment transaction.

4. Group Check-In Procedure

  • Your group order will be prepared and available for pick-up on the day of your visit at the Season Pass & Groups Services Office, located at the Main Entrance of the park.
  • The designated group leader must present the order number (for online purchases) or reservation number (for manual invoices) upon arrival at check-in. The leader must also provide the name of the individual who placed the order.
  • Individual printed tickets are not required for each group member.
  • If ride wristbands are included in your order, the entire group must be present at check-in.
  • A staff member is required to wristband individuals who purchased a ride wristband.
  • The group leader is responsible for checking in the full group and confirming which individuals will receive ride wristbands. Wristbands will not be distributed unless the group leader is present.

5. Parking

  • Standard parking rates apply for all group visits.
  • Parking in all Boardwalk lots is available on a first-come, first-served basis. No in-and-out privileges are permitted.
  • Parking fees are charged at a daily flat rate. For current pricing, please visit
    https://beachboardwalk.com/directions.
  • Only school or group charter buses may park free of charge in the River Lot. Buses may unload guests in the street loading zone between Neptune’s Kingdom and the Main Entrance, then proceed to park in the River Lot located at 100 3rd St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.
  • Bus parking is limited and not guaranteed. No in-and-out privileges are permitted.

6. Refunds and Exchanges

  • No refunds.
  • Exchanges from ride wristbands to MyBoardwalk Cards (equal to the paid value of the wristband) may be issued for individuals who did not attend.
  • Exchanges will only be honored if the minimum group size of 15 is met and the order is paid in full.
  • The Boardwalk is not responsible for lost wristbands.

7. Supervision of Minors

Chaperones and guardians are responsible for the behavior and supervision of minors in their group. Appropriate conduct is expected at all times. The park does not assume responsibility or liability for unattended minors.