Festival goers will see and experience how play can be a powerful solution to personal and community challenges, such as education, nutrition, poverty, homelessness, mental health and loneliness.

Through creative "playshops" multi-generational activities, local cuisine and music.

Local organizations and businesses, along with the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department and Santa Cruz Public Library will inspire and empower community members to discover how they can give back to their community through play.