(Contemporary Blues) Mike Hammar has been playing the blues up and down the state of California for the past 25 years. He and his band, The Nails, released their first album "Going Home" in the summer of 2004. Their album has received airplay on American Roots Music Radio in Norway, England, Germany, Belgium, Canada, and […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across three Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase quality artwork including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media from local artists. This family friendly event is free and open to the public.
(R&B, Funk & Soul) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
(Soul & Americana) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
The 2022 season show is a series of real memories submitted by our audience and interpreted in wild acrobatics, comedy, and awe-inspiring stunts. Deeply personal vignettes string together a larger story about the illusive, fleeting nature of time and how it transforms, defines, and inspires us. Internationally award winning talents from around the globe come […]
(Salsa & Latin) The Santa Cruz Latin Collective has its roots deep in the Latin rock and Afro-Cuban dance music genre with simmering rhythm-forward salsa, mamba, and brown-eyed soul influences. Lead guitarist, vocalist, and co-founder Oscar Estrella is an originating member of Sapo, the legendary Latin rock band that came out of the 1970s Chicano […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across four Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase quality artwork including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media from local artists. This family friendly event is free and open to the public.
(Dance Hits of the 70's) The Billy Martini Show has many different looks from an entertaining, high energy 70's band, a hard rockin' band playing original tunes, a jazzy duo for a groovy feel, and even have a kick ass trio playing hits from the 80's & 90's! Come check out 70's hits on Wednesday […]
(Funk, Dance & Rock) Jive Machine habitually bends the rules, blurs the lines, and stretches musical boundaries. Their music takes listeners on a sonic rollercoaster that fuses elements of old-school funk, progressive rock, blues, and soul. Throughout their set, you can hear diverse influences such as The Meters, Jimi Hendrix and Trombone Shorty. Jive Machine […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across four Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase quality artwork including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media from local artists. This family friendly event is free and open to the public.
(Blues & Rock) From Iceland to Italy, and all over the U.S., San Francisco based band Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues, rock, and Americana. Led by vivacious cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues and rock with […]
(Rock & Dance) The B-Movie Kings will play your favorite song before the night is done! Through the years the B-Movie Kings, named for founder Nick Adams' love for B movies like "Godzilla" and "Night of the living Dead", have been performing at favorite music spots from Carmel to San Francisco. If you're looking for […]
FREE MOVIES near CAPITOLA BEACH!! Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. (or dusk). All movies are shown on the bandstand stage in Esplanade Park. Bring a picnic dinner or dine locally at area restaurants. Low back chairs, blankets and jackets recommended. No alcohol or dogs on the beach.
(Rock & Dance) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
FREE MOVIES near CAPITOLA BEACH!! Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. (or dusk). All movies are shown on the bandstand stage in Esplanade Park. Bring a picnic dinner or dine locally at area restaurants. Low back chairs, blankets and jackets recommended. No alcohol or dogs on the beach.
The Capitola Beach Festival's roots are the Capitola Begonia Festival. Join us Sept. 3 and 4 as we share memories of the 65 years of the Begonia Festival. Capitola City Hall and History Museum Saturday and Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm Enjoy the historical memorabilia and short videos Music in Esplanade Park Sunday 3:00pm to 3:30pm […]
Stroll the Festival sipping exceptional wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains while admiring the artistic talents of over 100 fine artists. Enjoy live music, be inspired by local dance groups and street performers. The festival is Admission Free! Wine tasting requires the purchase of a 2022 festival glass ($15) and tasting tokens. Tastings vary based […]
These two are great fun together. Come check out these fine ladies. They love to sing and love to joke. You are in for a treat! Local Live Music
Join us again this summer for the Capitola Beach Festival! We are planning all the same events that have been so popular in past years: Saturday, Sept 24: Little Wharf 3-Miler Fun Run, Sand Sculpture Contest, Children's Art, Music at the Beach, Lighted Boat Nautical Parade Sunday, Sept 25: Fishing Derby, Horseshoes on the Sand, Chalk […]
This duo comes back together from two separate acts here. It's sure to be a good time. Greg Wachala, the "East" has performed as a soloist. Robert Witmeyer, the "West" is part of the dynamic group D'Jangatos. Together, this should be fabulous. Come check them out! Wine - Beer - Food - Fun!!!
Our new format,” Said Marc Monte, “is working great! No selling tickets, no booths or vendors, no outside entertainment, Just fireworks for everyone to enjoy!” Capitola Village is the center of restaurants and other visitor-serving businesses. Some of these businesses are voluntarily donating a portion of their sales for the day of the Fireworks Extravaganza […]
We are thrilled to be back, not one, but TWO days! (Gasp) That means, more time to surf & swim, more time to laugh, more participants to meet (we love making new friends), more hours to soak in all the good vibes from the female surfing and swimming community. Capitola Beach here we come! Our […]
"His sound can be referenced as Folk-Country-Americana with a strong vocal presence woven with imaginative lyrics, rootsy acoustic guitar, harmonica, and engaging songs that make you feel at home. Whether he's in the mountains, the plains or on a city stage you'll find Foster singing, naturally. Jonathan enjoys sharing his songs and stories from his […]
Ghosts, goblins, boys and ghouls...join us for the annual Capitola Village Halloween Parade on Sunday October 30th! Line up begins at 1:30pm in the lower Beach & Village parking lot 2 behind the Capitola Police Dept. Parade begins promptly at 2pm. The Parade will head down Capitola Ave to San Jose Ave to Esplanade ending […]
The City of Capitola Art & Cultural Commission is delighted to host the seventh annual Capitola Plein Air, juried art competition, exhibition, and sale. It is a FREE event, with hands-on art-making for all visitors, live music, and forty local and regional artists selling their works and competing for the top prize. Dozens of professional artists […]
ENJOY A SPECIAL SHOPPING EXPERIENCE STROLLING THROUGH LOCAL SHOPS AND BOUTIQUES WHILE SIPPING ON LOCALLY FEATURED WINES AND BEERS. Sip local wines while enjoying the Fabulous Boutique shops of Capitola Village. There will be approximately 20 shops throughout the Village that will be hosting various wineries from the area, with one shop hosting beer. With […]
Capitola Village and the entire County of Santa Cruz celebrate our small businesses on Small Business Saturday on November 26th and throughout the entire month of December. Small Business Saturday is held every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, and is a day that reminds us to shop at local small businesses. This year, come […]
Ho! Ho! Ho! Join us in welcoming Surfin' Santa to the shores of Capitola Beach on November 26th! Santa will be riding the waves via Outrigger canoe, rain or shine, for his annual visit to Capitola Village, arriving at 12pm to visit with all the kids until 3pm. Once toweled off, he'll settle in his […]
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 3rd and December 4th from 12pm to 5pm. Bring your registration with you to Capitola […]
Joe Leonard asked Jenny O'Leary to join him in their jazz trio. This should be a fun holiday musical set. We are sure this will get you in the holiday spirit! A holiday treat to for sure! Local Live Music 21+ Venue Music starts at 2, we are open at Noon!
Ryan is a master of laying down his tracks and riding all over them! Serious, he is amazing to watch and listen to live. Local Live Music
Night Train – playing good ole fashioned rock & roll, country, blues and overall dance songs! From the 50’s to the present, from Elvis to the Rolling Stones. Playing recognizable songs you can dance to and sing along with! Night Train had been playing venues throughout Santa Cruz and Monterey counties for the past 10 […]
New Year's is coming, and guess what? Yes, you have asked for years and now the time has come! NEW YEARS EVE PARTY! -Live Music with the most awesome…Ted Welty!!! -Great Food from our Kitchen all night long! -Champagne toast with your friends and neighbors! We hope you want to join us in ringing in […]
Enjoy sipping local wines and beers while strolling through our charming shops and boutiques in Capitola by the Sea. Pre-registration is $40 and includes:- Capitola Village Sip & Stroll commemorative glass- 12 two-ounce pour tickets to be used as you shop- A map to locate which Village shops are hosting Be a part of the […]
Come join us for a great line up of musicians, including: 12:00pm to 1:30pm Jive Machine 2:00pm to 3:30pm Alex Lucero Band 4:00pm to 6:00pm Joint Chiefs with Tony Lindsay (of Santana fame) Donations encouraged. Beer (must be 21+, ID required) and T-shirts will be available for purchase. All proceeds will be donated to the […]
Come dance the night away for a good cause! Dinner, Dancing, Beer/Wine, Lots and Lots of Fun! - Spaghetti Dinner specially prepared by Chefs Michael and Alexa Termini - Live music by the Little Big Band - Thank-you to our wine donors: 37th Parallel, Doon to Earth, Wargin, Valley Vista - Thank-you to our beer […]
Welcome to the Surfer’s Path 10k & 5k. This event covers a portion of the epic Surfer’s Path Half Marathon course. The distance is reduced but the scenery remains breathtaking! Participants are treated to beachfront and bluff views of the Monterey Bay along the majestic Santa Cruz County coastline. You travel the Surfer’s Path, passing […]
Fill Up Your Gamecard For Prizes! Download official GAMECARD HERE or pick up at Capitola Candy Company located at 205 Capitola Avenue in Capitola Village -Find the eggs hidden at participating businesses -Once found, have staff person at business stamp your GAMECARD -Stop by Capitola Candy Company to collect your prize between March 24 - […]
Enjoy sipping local wines and beers while strolling through our charming shops and boutiques in Capitola by the Sea. Pre-registration is $45 and includes: – Capitola Village Sip & Stroll commemorative glass – 12 two-ounce pour tickets to be used as you shop – A map to locate which Village shops are hosting Sip and […]
The Surfers Path Half Marathon consists of a 13.1 mile run from Santa Cruz to Capitola and back. The event starts at the legendary Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and travels east along the coast. The route takes runners past the Santa Cruz Harbor, Moran Lake and Pleasure Point as it makes its way to the […]
IT’S TIME TO REBUILD THE CAPITOLA WHARF! Your input will help guide what improvements are made, such as lighting, historical signage, seating, enhanced public use, and art features. Join us for a community meeting on June 7th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the New Brighton Middle School Performing Arts Center located at 250 Washburn Ave […]
16th Annual Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show Hosted by the Capitola Public Safety & Community Service Foundation Featuring over 280 Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Coupes, Roadsters, Customs and Classics – vintage to 1987 – Vendor Booths, Music, Raffle, Trophies, and more. Watch these classic beauties cruise the coastline on Saturday morning from the […]
(Funk, Dance & Rock) JJive Machine habitually bends the rules, blurs the lines, and stretches musical boundaries. Their music takes listeners on a sonic rollercoaster that fuses elements of old-school funk, progressive rock, blues, and soul. Throughout their set, you can hear diverse influences such as The Meters, Jimi Hendrix and Trombone Shorty. Jive Machine […]
(Blues & Rock) From Iceland to Italy, and all over the U.S., San Francisco based band Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues, rock, and Americana. Led by vivacious cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues and rock with […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach. The event takes place this summer on June 25, July 30 and August 13, 2023, at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. Browse quality artwork including painting, photography, sculpture, jewelry and mixed media from local artists. This family friendly event is free and […]
(Classic Rock and R&B) Tsunami is an “out-the-gate, on-your-feet”, rock-n-roll dance band! Comprised of 5 veteran musicians, they play high energy music with roots in 60’s to 90's Classic Rock and R&B. With many surprises! They won Best Local Band in the 2021 Santa Cruz Good Times poll. Tsunami cuts a new edge performing the […]
(Soul, Blues, and Americana) Since the beginning of Alex’s music venture, he’s independently released 6 full length albums. Five of which are with The Live Again Band and one solo project that was recorded and produced by his good friend Adam Patterson with The Expendables, entitled “Shine”. Whether solo or accompanied with the band all […]
(Rock to Reggae to Bluegrass) With a style that touches from rock to reggae to hardcore and even a little bit of honky-tonk bluegrass. Growing up in one of California's premiere surf town's (Santa Cruz) Ribsy’s Nickel are no strangers to creating music that represents the California lifestyle. For over 18 years Ribsy’s Nickel has […]
Join us four Fridays this summer for our Food Truck Friday Series. There will be yummy food, great music, and an awesome community. There will also be a Beer Garden! We can not wait to enjoy summer with all of you! June 16th, July 14th, August 18th, and September 15th @ 4:30-7:30pm Monterey Ave Park, […]
(R&B, Funk and Acid Jazz) The Joint Chiefs are one of the most versatile and exciting dance bands currently performing on the Northern California music scene. Since their inception in 1990, The Joint Chiefs have built a loyal following based on their live performances as well as their wide range of styles and influences. Their […]
