The Catalyst
$$$ • Bars
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1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
(831) 713-5492
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| Monday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Friday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Saturday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | 9:30AM - 4:30PM |
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The Catalyst offers a great atmosphere and quick drink service, making it a good spot to catch a live show. The venue can get lively, even with smaller crowds, and the vibe is usually good. It’s a Santa Cruz institution, small enough for intimate concert vibes but with a huge dance floor to get your groove on. Cheap drinks and great options on tap keep the crowd happy, though it can get stuffy and hot with no A/C. Lighting and sound are spot on, and the room’s acoustics, while not perfect, get the job done. The staff are consistently kind and helpful, even when busy. Tickets are reasonably priced, and the calendar is packed with diverse acts—from Ani Difranco to Snoop Dogg to EDM nights. Yes, it’s a little scruffy, and the bathrooms aren’t pristine, but the doors lock, toilets are clean, and there’s ample TP and soap. Leave the hoity-toity expectations at the door and focus on the music—it’s why you’re there.