About
The Catalyst is a world-class multi-purpose venue in Santa Cruz, CA. Host to concerts, sports, and live entertainment — plan your visit with tickets, directions, and nearby dining & hotels.
2M+
Events Hosted
449M+
Guests Welcomed
77+
Years of History
Countless
Unforgettable Moments
- Venue Type
- Multi-Purpose Venue
- Capacity
- 34,749
- Built
- 1949
- Renovated
- 1988
- Owner
- Venue Group
Location & Map
1011 Pacific Avenue
Santa Cruz, CAGet DirectionsGetting Here
Subway
ACE123
Multiple lines nearby
Bus
M34M42
Frequent service
Airports
Santa Cruz International17 mi
Regional Airport19 mi
Restaurants Nearby
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Hotels Nearby
The Plaza Hotel
From $650/night
Pod Times Square
From $189/night
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
From $425/night
Things to Do Nearby
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour
Cultural Tours • 2.1 mi
Broadway Show Experience
Art & Museums • 1.8 mi
Central Park Bike Tour
Outdoor Adventures • 1.4 mi
Parking Nearby
The Catalyst Official Lot
0.1 mi • $44
Pennsylvania Plaza Garage
0.2 mi • $29
Nearby Street Parking
0.4 mi • $24