Calling all ghosts, goblins, boys and ghouls...join us for the annual Capitola Village Halloween Parade! Parade will be led by a Central Fire Engine with music from the Soquel High Senior Band. Line up begins at 1:30pm in the lower Beach & Village Parking Lot 2 behind the Capitola Police Department. Parade begins promptly at […]
Every year on Halloween, dozens of women dress up as witches and glide along Monterey Bay on stand-up-paddleboards. In silhouette, their paddles look like brooms as they magically glide along the water. Head out to the Capitola Beach and Wharf to enjoy a crisp fall morning and start your Halloween right!
Welcome to Capitola Plein Air! This November, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town…literally! Want to Get Involved? Join us for the 10th annual Capitola Plein Air on November 3rd to November 9th Exhibition & Art Sale at New Brighton Middle School Auditorium on November 9th. Artists set up their easels […]
HOST: Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust The historic Capitola Wharf broke in half in the huge waves of winter 2023. The pier is now reopened, repaired, and revived with a new deck and pilings. We will celebrate the transformation with a long table feast featuring the farmers of Santa Cruz County, the fisherfolk of Monterey Bay, and staff […]
** Thank you to our 2025 Sip & Stroll Sponsor De Mattei Construction ** Sip local wines while enjoying the Fabulous Boutique shops of Capitola Village. There will be approximately 30 shops throughout the Village that will be hosting various wineries from the area. With the purchase of your ticket, you will receive a Capitola […]
Celebrate Small Business Saturday by shopping local in Capitola Village on November 29th (and everyday). Now more than ever, small businesses need our support. Please join SBA and the Capitola Village and Wharf Business Improvement Area and celebrate small business contributions to our community by shopping at a small business on Saturday, November 29th. Small […]
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Claus is coming to Capitola! Bring the family to welcome Santa to the shores of Capitola Beach! Santa will be riding the waves via Kayak for his annual visit to Capitola Village, arriving at 12pm, to visit with all the kids. Once Santa lands on shore, he'll greet the crowd and head […]
SOLD OUT: Capitola Village Holiday Cookie Walk Take a walk around historic Capitola Village and fill your box with delicious holiday cookies from participating stores! The Capitola Village Cookie Walk is a fun, family-centered activity taking place in Capitola Village on December 6th from 11am to 4pm. Bring your registration with you to Capitola Candy […]
Join us for a magical day and evening at Capitola Village on December 6th, all day until 8 PM, for "Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village." This village-wide shopping event offers a unique opportunity to explore local boutiques under the enchanting night sky. Experience the holiday charm of Capitola as each store opens its doors […]
Cookie Walk • 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM at most shops Trike-a-Pose Mobile Photo Booth • 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Esplanade Park Palm Tree Lighting & Community Caroling • 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Enjoy free instant photos at the Trike-a-Pose mobile photo booth. • 5:30 PM: Gather at Esplanade Park — the […]