The Catalyst
1011 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Hours open
Monday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday:
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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Location & Phone number
1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
About the Business

The Catalyst is a vibrant bar and night club located at 1011 Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz, California. Known for its lively atmosphere and diverse events, The Catalyst offers a range of entertainment options for guests to enjoy. On Fridays and Saturdays, guests can participate in Catalyst Karaoke from 9:00pm to 1:00am. The venue also hosts live music events, comedy nights, and dance parties, catering to a variety of tastes and interests. Whether you're looking to sing your heart out, laugh with friends, or dance the night away, The Catalyst has something for everyone. Join us at The Catalyst for an unforgettable night out in Santa Cruz.
Reviews
"This was a great experience me and my group went on a day with some not so popular bands performing so it was pretty chill and crowd still had a good vibe even though there wasn't very many people."
"As always, Death Angel put on a superb performance. They never disappoint. I was kind of disappointed that Forbidden was removed from the lineup although the three opening bands, Phantom Witch, Exmortus and Warbringer more than made up for it. Awesome performances from all of them. Lots of great fans out there. Good selection of alcohol and prices weren't bad at all."
"Just wanted to say that the staff were incredibly helpful and kind. I'd seen a review on here saying they were the opposite, and just wanted to share my experience. I showed up late to a show there after the opener had finished, as I usually plan to do because I'm in chronic pain and the longer I sit/stand the worse my back pain gets, so I try to miss the opener to minimize the pain I'll be in for the band I came to see. Anyway I came in a power wheelchair, but they didn't have a good setup or elevator for that, and it turns out I should've shown up 10 minutes early to be let in first with the other disabled patrons. But anyway. It was my mistake really, but the staff were so incredibly kind and helpful, they helped my friend find a spot where I could sit and let me park my powerchair somewhere safe. Not only that, but the manager gave me a free ticket to ANY show in the next year just because he felt bad for the inconvenience. Really blew me away! Other than that, the venue is pretty nice. I always love intimate venues like this where you can get closer to the artists you're coming to see. It does get a little hot and humid in there though lol. Overall I had an incredible experience for my first time there. Royal Blood!!"
"Upon entering the venue, we were poorly greeted by staff complaining when the line was going to end. They were upset about how many people were attending a sold out show (less than 400 people in the Atrium) which I found extremely unprofessional. Once in the door, I asked a staff member where the bathroom is, and he rudely responded, “It’s in THERE (motioning to the Atrium), use your EYES!!!” Following this, he mocked me with a binocular motion, leaving a bad taste in my partner’s and my mouth for the rest of the night. The only thing good about this place was that the mixing was exceptional, I could hear Hojean’s vocals over the instruments. Also, despite the Atrium being sold out, at max capacity there was still plenty of room to dance around and not be in the middle of a crowd."
"I have been to this venue a couple times over the years. I saw Ekali in 2019 and Niki in 2022. This is a very fun venue if you are interested in seeing performers up close and getting to know them personally. It really feels like they are right in front of you! The venue doesn't have much flashy lights, visuals, or any special effects... It is simply a stage at the end of the day. They lack a proper air conditioning system or some ventilating fans! It was insanely hot inside the venue and I was finding myself growing warmer and warmer as the concert went on. I felt bad because someone in the crowd fainted mid-show! There were also many people who were stepping out and looked lightheaded... they would have to squeeze through the crowd. Niki was really kind to ask management to give waters out to everyone in the crowd! You could definitely tell, as a performer, she was a bit shaken from the person passing out. Some Pros: + Water bottles at the bar were only $2 + You could get a good view from most parts of the venue since it is intimate and smaller than most + Audio was decent and I didn't hear any delay + It was very easy to purchase tickets via ETIX"
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