Treat Yourself

Find the perfect gift for you or a friend in one of Capitola’s cool boutiques, apparel shops, galleries, wine tasting rooms, surf shops, and more!

Stay a While

Come for the beach, sun, music and shopping–then extend your stay in charming and award-winning accommodations!

Feeling Hungry?

White table cloths or on the beach–Get great food, a variety of cuisine and unforgettable views all in Capitola Village.

Live Music with the Ten O’Clock Lunch Band

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

We're a fun to watch, fun to listen to dance band with a sense of humor. We're all about the groove and the songs we love to share.

Free

Live Music with the Ukulele Club

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The ukulele scene in Santa Cruz has really grown since the founding of the Ukulele Club of Santa Cruz in January of 2002. Before that, the only ukulele events in town were the once a year springtime party in the founder's living room. Today things are different. Besides the original, and world famous, there are […]

Free

Paint and Sip with Shanna

Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Paint & Sip with Shanna Kuempel. Subject: Northern Lights Shanna will guide you through the process to make a unique painting. All supplies are provided to create your masterpiece. All we need is you! Enjoy great company, tasty foods and a fabulous selection of drinks. $45- for the Painting Session Food and Drink Specials Available […]

$45

Live Music With Kip Allert

Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Kip, Kip!  - He's back! One of our favorites. He is sure to play one or two of your favorite tunes. You are going to want to sing along or tap your toes. Kitchen is Open from 12-9pm Live Music is from 6-9pm Local Live Music

Free Entry

Live Music with Rio Road

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Rio Road is an eclectic quartet serving up an easy up-tempo mix of light rock, a bit of blues, and many popular tunes. The name was derived from a nod to Café Rio (recently closed) and Highway 9 often called the River Road up to the San Lorenzo Valley. The band is propelled by the […]

Free

Live Music with Chicago Bill and the Next Blues Band – Lexi’s Birthday Bash!

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The Next Blues Band was formed in 1991 by Chicago native Bill Bouchard after his arrival in Monterey, California. The band has been delivering their brand of blues around the Central Coast from San Jose to Santa Barbara for over 20 years.

Free

Live Music with Dave D’oh

Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The super talented Dave D'oh performs this Saturday. He brings his groovy tunes and his saxophone.  He lays down his own tracks, then he becomes the saxophone soloist. Fun tunes, great times, come check him out. Live Music is 6-9pm Wine.Beer.Food.Fun!

Free Entry

Live Music with Bonny June and Bonfire

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Bonny June and Bonfire (Bonny June, Ken Kraft and Craig Owens) bring their "Americana-meets-Vaudeville" trio to Cork and Fork with original story-songs, dramedy and stellar vocals. A darn fun time!

Free

Thirsty Thursday Trivia

Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Our Trivia is 3 rounds, all Multiple Choice.  Crafted by our own Doug Conrad and presented by Phil Gomez. Come out for a night of learning and laughter! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Starts at 6:30. Happy hour starts at 5pm, come in early to get your spot and your drinks! - Kitchen is open too! […]

Free Entry

Live Music with the Billy Reese Band

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Billy Reese is a long time Santa Cruz resident and an up and coming singer and multi-instrumentalist playing an eclectic mix of country, folk, Americana, rock and blues. He has spent the past 5 years performing and touring with various bands throughout the Pacific Northwest, California, and beyond. Now settled back in his hometown, Billy […]

Free

Live Music with Buddy Beach Trio

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Imagine... a singing surfer and a professional cellist and a sailor with a ukulele, meeting in Capitola, to discover together they could blend their styles to produce a beautiful sound with harmonies and embellishments. Buddy Beach (guitar, ukulele, vocals), Susan Bayer (cello, vocals) & Mary Heeney (ukulele, vocals) invite you to join us on lovely […]

Free

Live Music with Jefferson’s Revival

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Jefferson's Revival Creedence Tribute band plays CCR and John Fogerty hits that sound just like the real thing! Jefferson Franklin Hancock, guitar and vocals, Doug Wilmerton on drums and David Sanders on bass.

Free

Live Music with Schoolcraft and Murray – Super Bowl Sunday!

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Schoolcraft and Murray make acoustic music brimming with groove, harmony and wit. Their groove makes you move, their harmony makes you feel, and their wit makes you think. (If thinking is your thing.) Their original take blends the best of their many heroes: Lyle Lovett, Carole King, Santana, Robbie Fulks, The Allman Brothers, Steely Dan, […]

Free

Live Music with the Ukulele Club

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The ukulele scene in Santa Cruz has really grown since the founding of the Ukulele Club of Santa Cruz in January of 2002. Before that, the only ukulele events in town were the once a year springtime party in the founder's living room. Today things are different. Besides the original, and world famous, there are […]

Free

Live Music with Karin Phoenix – Valentine’s Day Show

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Since 1976, Karin Phoenix has been a hometown favorite in Santa Cruz, arriving from Saint Louis, Missouri. “Phoenix Rising”, her local band, showcases her versatile styles of music. Her pleasing voice and personality are loved by all who hear and see her. Karin is also known for her performances at the Capitola theater including: “A […]

Free

Live Music with Leroy and Friends

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Leroy and Friend's will feature a variety of rock, blues, country and Americana music. Featuring my friends including Rick Browning, Fuzzy John Oxendine, Keith Wood and Luna featuring; Lorraine Krilanovich Trish Pate and Terry Eads, along with other surprise guests. Gonna be a fun show filled with wonderful harmony and good vibes and as always […]

Free

Live Music with Blue Lightening

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Johnny G and Robin!! Blue lightning is a duo featuring Robin Randle Ellison on vocals and guitar, and John Gullic on guitar and vocals. They do rockin boogie country twangy American hillbilly foot stomping great music.

Free

Live Music with Rio Road

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Rio Road is an eclectic quartet serving up an easy up-tempo mix of light rock, a bit of blues, and many popular tunes. The name was derived from a nod to Café Rio (recently closed) and Highway 9 often called the River Road up to the San Lorenzo Valley. The band is propelled by the […]

Free

Live Music with the Jefferson Hancock Band

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The Jefferson Hancock Band plays heavy hits from the late '60s through the '90's with cover tunes from Alice Cooper to Alice in Chains. The band specializes in hard rock classics with music from Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Deep Purple, Queen, Grand Funk Railroad, Cheap Trick, and many more.

Free

Live Music with Honey Moon Three

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Jerry Flores, Susan Sampson and Mark Hull enjoy the creative flow of their voices, musical tastes, and friendships into the Honey Moon Three’s blend of classic and modern acoustic based songs that cross genres and generations. With vocal harmony influences from CSN&Y, Peter, Paul, & Mary and The Eagles combined with an eclectic selection of […]

Free

Live Music with the Vinny Johnson Blues Band

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

Vinny Johnson has been entertaining Santa Cruz music fans for over 2 decades - playing his own brand of funked up blues, rock and soul. In 2006 he released his debut album "112 in the shade." Since then Vinny has worked with many Santa Cruz and South Bay artists, including recording albums with "Carie and […]

Free

Live Music with B-Movie Kings

Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

The B-Movie Kings are a classic rock party band based in Santa Cruz, CA since 1997. Be sure to catch our show ... you won't be disappointed!

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