Cupertino Celebrates 70 Years of Cityhood
This year, the City of Cupertino is celebrating the 70th anniversary of Cupertino’s official incorporation as Santa Clara County’s 13th city!
In 1954, the Cupertino-Monta Vista Improvement Association, a committee of local leaders, and the Fact-Finding Committee began a drive for incorporation. By a slim margin vote of 231 to 185, Cupertino officially voted to become its own city.
Ever since its incorporation on October 10, 1955, the City of Cupertino has been a place that has brought pioneers from many cultures together as it continues to grow and adapt to each new era. Cupertino has a deep, rich, and wonderful history filled with hard work, innovation, and strong community building. To all residents of Cupertino, happy 70th anniversary!
Join us for the celebration! The City is observing the special occasion through a variety of programs and activities for the whole family:
SCENE Newsletter - 70th Edition
Bike Fest - Tour de Cupertino and 70th Anniversary Blackjack - September 27
Tour de Cupertino and 70th Anniversary Blackjack
Join a 10-mile ride through some of Cupertino’s many green spaces.
For all ages as long as you can comfortably ride 10 miles in an hour.
Collect all three blackjack cards for a chance to win a Cupertino 70th Birthday keepsake.
Learn more about the 12th Annual Fall Bike Fest at cupertino.gov/bikefest
Cupertino Puzzle Hunt - October 1-26
Get ready for the Cupertino Puzzle Hunt—a free, family-friendly adventure in celebration of Cupertino’s 70th birthday, running from October 1 to 26, 2025! Gather your friends, form a team, and solve creative puzzles as you explore Cupertino.
Visit the How to Play page for everything you need to get started.
"My Cupertino" Art Showcase at Cupertino Community Service Awards - October 29
Submissions for the "My Cupertino" Art Showcase is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated!
To commemorate City of Cupertino's 70th anniversary, artworks will be displayed at the Cupertino Community Service Awards on Wednesday, October 29 at the Quinlan Community Center.
The theme encourages artists to express what Cupertino means to them whether it’s a favorite place, a community tradition, local nature, or the City’s spirit of innovation and diversity.
Selected pieces may be featured on the City of Cupertino’s website and social media platforms. Note that participants will be notified that by submitting their artwork, they agree that it may be featured on the City of Cupertino’s social media platforms and included in event promotional materials.
All participants will receive a certificate of appreciation from the City.
Check out the latest SCENE(PDF, 8MB) issue highlighting our 70th Anniversary.
Restaurant Week - October 6-12
Cupertino is turning 70 and you’re invited to celebrate with us during Restaurant Week! From October 6 through 12, enjoy limited-time specials and menus at your favorite local spots. Find participating restaurants: cupertino.gov/taste70