Whiskey, Wings & Live Music? Yes, Please. 🎶🥃🍗

$7 Whiskey Shots

$7 Wings

ALL. NIGHT. LONG.

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You bring the vibes — we’ll bring the flavor.

🎸 Upstairs, enjoy live music from Nick Disalvo.

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No cover, just killer tunes and rooftop views.

This is your midweek escape!

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​Wednesday, October 1st

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from Shawn Yanez who plays in Santa Cruda.

 

No Cover and it's $2 off appetizers and drafts!

 

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Thursday, October 2nd

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday night for Football!

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We've got 2 full bars with large screen TVs upstairs and downstairs and a 130" TV wall.

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Voted Best Place to Watch Sports in Santa Cruz County, we turn it up loud and encourage you to cheer for your team.

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This Thursday the 49ers are playing at 5:15PM. Dress in your 49er fan gear and we've got a $20 burger and a beer special for you as well as $2.00 off drafts.

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Thursday, October 2nd

5:15PM - 8:15PM

Join us for Coaster Stomp Line Dance at Bruno's Bar and Grill!
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The fun starts at 8pm with two lessons and plenty of open dancing. Join their expert instructors as they guide you through a night filled with plenty of boot-scootin' boogie.
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$10 cover charge

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Friday, October 3rd

8:00PM - 11:00PM

We are hosting a 30th High School Reunion and the entire upstairs will be closed starting at 6PM. 

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The downstairs bar and dining room will be open for full service.

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Saturday, October 4th

6:00PM - 11:00PM

Let's Go Warriors!

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In this Pre-Season game the Warriors take on The Lakers. 

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Time to scope out the best place to watch sports in Santa Cruz County and get find your favorite spot to watch the upcoming season!

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$2.00 off drafts.

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Sunday, October 5th

5:30PM - 8:30PM

Taco deal starts at 5PM, trivia starts at 7PM!

 

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun!
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If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners.

 

With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you're going to have a great night at the best bar in town.

 

Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

 

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Tuesday, October 7th

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Whiskey, Wings & Live Music? Yes, Please. 🎶🥃🍗

$7 Whiskey Shots

$7 Wings

ALL. NIGHT. LONG.

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You bring the vibes — we’ll bring the flavor.

🎸 Upstairs, enjoy live music from Shawn Yanez.

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No cover, just killer tunes and rooftop views.

This is your midweek escape!

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​Wednesday, October 8th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from Josh Dominguez who plays in Pacific Grown.

 

No Cover and it's $2 off appetizers and drafts!

 

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Thursday, October 9th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us for Funk Yeah Friday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Loft to dance the night away with the B-Movie Kings!

 

No Cover.

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Come early for dinner or appetizers and drinks and make a night of it!

 

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Friday, October 10th

7:00PM - 10:00PM

Barktoberfest!

A Fall Festival for Dogs and their People

Leash up your friendly well-behaved pup and come enjoy tasty beer, fabulous Bruno's food and live music!

Dress up your pet for our Howl-a-ween costume contest for a chance to win a prize.

🐾12PM-3PM Shawn Yanez & Jose Picazo from Santa Cruda will be playing live music

🐾3PM Costume Contest Catwalk, prizes for:

* Funniest

* Best Duo (owner & pup)

* Most Creative

* Best Small Dog

* Best Big Dog

 

The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter is bringing some adorable adoptable dogs.

 

We'll have a raffle for fabulous prizes featuring local treats with proceeds going to The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.

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Bruno's is donating 10% of event food and drink sales to The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter.

Come. Sit. Stay. 

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To see the raffle prizes and sponsors, please click the "RSVP" button!​
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Friday, October 10th

12:00PM - 4:00PM

This month's show features Ajay D, a comic based in SF who is coming up the ranks of the Bay Area Comedy scene. He’s performed at the SF Punchline and many other great venues across the city. Ajay also comes down to San Jose and Santa Cruz regularly for shows and is returning as a Bruno’s favorite.

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Luis Perez is a comic based in the Bay Area that regularly performs all over the State. Luis has been on many major stages including the San Francisco Punch Line, the San Jose Improv, Rooster T Feathers Comedy Club, and many more, he is always to treat to have on stage.

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Your headliner this month is the wonderful and hilarious Clara Bijl. Clara started standup comedy in NYC and eventually moved out to the west Coast, she performs at all the major clubs across the state and has been on tour promoting and gathering funding for her upcoming film. 

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Performing all around the US and Europe, she became a prolific writer of cutting, witty, internationally flavored comedy.

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Saturday, October 11th

8:00PM - 9:30PM

Spooky Paint Party at Bruno's with Anyone Can Art!

 

All skill levels welcome! 

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Are you ready to get spooky this Halloween season? Time to get creative and Paint!!

 

This Paint Party includes step-by-step instructions as well as all the materials needed to create this spooky fun design! Plus, you get to keep your painting! Early bird price until October 5th.

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Come early to get your seat and purchase food or drink to fuel your afternoon of painting!

 

Keep in mind that we are painting so plan your outfit accordingly!

Black cat. Full moon. Bats.

Get your tickets now.

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Sunday, October 12th

1:00PM - 3:00PM

Join us this Sunday for Football!

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We've got 2 full bars with large screen TVs upstairs and downstairs and a 130" TV wall.

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Voted Best Place to Watch Sports in Santa Cruz County, we turn it up loud and encourage you to cheer for your team.

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This Sunday the 49ers are playing at 1:25PM. Dress in your 49er fan gear and we've got a $20 burger and a beer special for you as well as $2.00 off drafts.

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Sunday, October 12th

1:25PM 49ers Play

Taco deal starts at 5PM, trivia starts at 7PM!

 

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun!
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If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners.

 

With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you're going to have a great night at the best bar in town.

 

Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

 

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Tuesday, October 14th

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Get into the spooky spirit with Christina's Cookie Jar and her Beginner's Sugar Cookie Decorating Class for Adults.

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Get together with friends while enjoying appetizers, drinks & laughter while learning new skills!

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In this fun and hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to decorate adorable Halloween-themed cookies, like ghosts, haunted houses and witch's boots, using basic royal icing techniques.

 

No experience needed! Just bring your creativity! By the end of the class, you'll leave with a sweet set of cookies and the basic skills to recreate these designs at home.

 

Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to get into the seasonal spirit!

 

Sign up today and join us for some sugary fun! 🍪🎃👻

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​Wednesday, October 15th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Whiskey, Wings & Live Music? Yes, Please. 🎶🥃🍗

$7 Whiskey Shots

$7 Wings

ALL. NIGHT. LONG.

​

You bring the vibes — we’ll bring the flavor.

🎸 Upstairs, enjoy live music from Nick Disalvo.

​

No cover, just killer tunes and rooftop views.

This is your midweek escape!

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​Wednesday, October 15th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from Shawn Yanez who plays in Santa Cruda.

 

No Cover and it's $2 off appetizers and drafts!

 

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Thursday, October 16th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us for Coaster Stomp Line Dance Boots & Boos Halloween Dance!

Dress up in your costume and have even more fun!
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The fun starts at 8pm with two lessons and plenty of open dancing. Join their expert instructors as they guide you through a night filled with plenty of boot-scootin' boogie.
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$10 cover charge

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Friday, October 17th

8:00PM - 11:00PM

Join us for dinner and stay after to dance the night away with the Shady Rest Band.

 

The Shady Rest Band is a local Santa Cruz County favorite that plays “Rock ‘n Blues with Strings Attached”.  With female lead vocals, violin, congas, rippin’ guitar, bass and drums, they deliver a steady, full rock and blues experience.
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No cover charge.

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Saturday, October 18th

7:00PM - 10:00PM

Join us for dinner and stay after to dance the night away with the Redwood Groove band!

 

They have a deep-rooted love for live music and want to share that with all! We thrive on creating and making music that "Moves and Grooves you!"
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No cover charge.

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Saturday, October 18th

7:00PM - 10:00PM

Join us this Sunday for Football!

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We've got 2 full bars with large screen TVs upstairs and downstairs and a 130" TV wall.

​

Voted Best Place to Watch Sports in Santa Cruz County, we turn it up loud and encourage you to cheer for your team.

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This Sunday the 49ers are playing at 5:20PM. Dress in your 49er fan gear and we've got a $20 burger and a beer special for you as well as $2.00 off drafts.

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Sunday, October 19th

5:20PM - 8:00PM

Warriors Season Tip-Off: Warriors vs. Lakers

Basketball season is back — and there’s no better place to watch than Bruno’s Bar & Grill!

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• 🍺 $2 Off Draft Beers during the game

• 📺 2 Full Bars with large-screen TVs upstairs & downstairs

• 🎥 130" TV Wall in The Jim Sports Lounge

• 🏆 Voted Best Place to Watch Sports in Santa Cruz County​

 

We turn up the volume, bring the energy, and encourage you to cheer loud for your team! Whether you’re repping the Warriors or the Lakers, Bruno’s is the ultimate spot to kick off the NBA season.

Arrive early to grab the best seats.

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Tuesday, October 21st

7:00PM

Taco deal starts at 5PM, trivia starts at 7PM!

 

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun!
​
If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners.

 

With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you're going to have a great night at the best bar in town.

 

Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

 

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Tuesday, October 21st

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Zumba Glow Party with Cecilia Kelly.
Glow paints provided!
6:30PM Painting and Drinks
7:00PM Doors Open
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Pre-Sales $20 / Door $25
​Tickets: Venmo Cecilia-Kelly-9

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Wednesday, October 22nd

6:30PM - 9:00PM

Whiskey, Wings & Live Music? Yes, Please. 🎶🥃🍗

$7 Whiskey Shots

$7 Wings

ALL. NIGHT. LONG.

​

You bring the vibes — we’ll bring the flavor.

🎸 Upstairs, enjoy live music from Shawn Yanez.

​

No cover, just killer tunes and rooftop views.

This is your midweek escape!

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​Wednesday, October 22nd

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Warriors Home Opener Game: Warriors vs. Nuggets

Let's Go WARRIORS!

 

Our home opener game is here — and there’s no better place to watch than Bruno’s Bar & Grill!

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• 🍺 $2 Off Draft Beers during the game

• 📺 2 Full Bars with large-screen TVs upstairs & downstairs

• 🎥 130" TV Wall in The Jim Sports Lounge

• 🏆 Voted Best Place to Watch Sports in Santa Cruz County​

 

We turn up the volume, bring the energy, and encourage you to cheer loud for your team! Whether you’re repping the Warriors or the Lakers, Bruno’s is the ultimate spot to kick off the NBA season.

Arrive early to grab the best seats.

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Thursday, October 23rd

7:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from Josh Dominguez who plays in Pacific Grown.

 

No Cover and it's $2 off appetizers and drafts!

 

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Thursday, October 23rd

6:00PM - 9:00PM

What's better than a father and son duo of two extremely talented Santa Cruz musicians? We don't know!

 

AND...it's Friday!

 

Come down and enjoy food and drink and major talent with no cover!

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Friday, October 24th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

Get ready for a fang-tastic night of fierce drag and unapologetic queer joy at Bruno's Bar and Grill! Join us Saturday, October 25, 2025, for the Halloween edition of The Shug Shack!

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Prepare to be bewitched and bedazzled by our killer cast of drag performers as they serve up tricks, treats, and spine-tingling slayage. From boo-licious lip-syncs to devilishly delightful routines, this show promises chills, thrills, and a whole lot of queer magic.

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Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-timer, you’ll feel right at tomb ... we mean home ... in our vibrant, welcoming crowd. So grab your ghoul-friends, conjure up a costume (encouraged!), and come ready to scream, cheer, tip, and celebrate Halloween the Shug Shack way.

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Doors at 8pm and Show at 9pm!

Online tickets close at 2pm on October 25 and then tickets will be available at the door!

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Saturday, October 25th

8:00PM - 11:00PM

Join Vanessa from Sunshine & Succulents for a hands-on October workshop where you’ll create a festive arrangement in a black bowl (6" wide × 3" deep). All materials are provided—including succulents and a generous selection of miniature Halloween figurines you can remove after the holiday—plus design and maintenance tips. Leave with a beautiful custom piece you can enjoy well past Halloween. $45 per guest. Limited spots—Venmo Vanessa at https://account.venmo.com/u/Vanessa-Mathews to save your seat.

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Sunday, October 26th

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Join us for our Special Halloween Themed Trivia Night!

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Taco deal starts at 5PM, trivia starts at 7PM!

As with everything we do, we bring the fun! This isn’t your average ordinary trivia. It’s “Bruno’s Style”. We sing, we play instruments, we dance and we drink. Fill up on Tacos and Margs and get ready for a night of fun!
​
If you’re looking for a quiet night with boring trivia for the brainiacs you won’t find it at Bruno’s. With musical clues for our players – we have the most fun trivia around. We turn the music up loud and we make a lot of noise! It’s free to play with prizes for the winners.

​

With $3 tacos and the buy a Margarita or Modelo and get a free taco deal, you're going to have a great night at the best bar in town.

Bring your friends and form a team or come by yourself and make some new friends, you’ll have a blast!

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Tuesday, October 28th

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Whiskey, Wings & Live Music? Yes, Please. 🎶🥃🍗

$7 Whiskey Shots

$7 Wings

ALL. NIGHT. LONG.

​

You bring the vibes — we’ll bring the flavor.

🎸 Upstairs, enjoy live music from Shawn Yanez.

​

No cover, just killer tunes and rooftop views.

This is your midweek escape!

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​Wednesday, October 29th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

A speakeasy wink-assassin party game in The Vault. 

One cocktail + spooky appetizers included. 

Fast rounds, multiple winners, tiny rules.

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To Enter: Upstairs at Bruno's go outside to The Last Stop Lounge, pick up the red phone → dial Jenny’s number → press the button → tap the door to pop it open. Check in with the host.

 

Dress: Speakeasy or Spooky—your call.

 

Tickets on sale now, early bird ticket pricing available.

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Thursday, October 30th

7:00PM - 9:00PM

Join us this Thirsty Thursday upstairs at Bruno's Bar and Grill in The Jim Sports Lounge for dinner or drinks and appetizers and enjoy live music from Mark Van Haren.

 

No Cover and it's $2 off appetizers and drafts!

 

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Thursday, October 30th

6:00PM - 9:00PM

For the 4th year in a row, Bruno's is thrilled to host Santa Cruz Queer Men's Freaky Fab Friday Halloween Costume Party! Invite your friends and come as you are or dressed up.

 

Fee: $10 suggested donation at the door

 

They'll have:

 

Creative Costumes Competition

 

Prizes

 

DJ and dancing

 

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Friday, October 31st

8:00PM - Close