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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

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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!

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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

Live Music with Tim Brady from Cement Ship

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

A chill night awaits. Check out our live music with Tim Brady from Cement Ship We put together a special set time to coincide with Capitola's Sip n Stroll. Singer/songwriters, Cement Ship plays Folk, Indie, Acoustic Rock, Soul, & Americana. The acoustic guitar style, singing tone and original songs from Tim seem to fit a […]

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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 […]

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Port Tasting – Something Sweet for your Sweatheart

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

Love Ports? We sure do! Join us... On February 8th we are going to do a Port Tasting. We've got at least 4 ports and fun pairings for you for this tasting. There will be a White Port, Late Bottle Vintage, a 10 year Tawny and a 20 year Tawny. All are Ports, from Portugal […]

$10.00

Live Music with Billy Reese

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

Back by popular demand...... We've got Billy Reese coming in for a Session. Come find out what all the hub-bub is about. This guy is constantly out there performing. You've seen him in some of your favorite local bands. Here he is doing a solo show. Billy will put on an acoustic set for your […]

Free Entry

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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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

Valentines Day Illuminated Date Night

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

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us as we create an enchanting oasis of love and warmth, illuminated by the glow of a hundred candles. Special Musical Guests, Poi Rogers will be playing 6-9pm Dinner Special $59 a Couple!! Includes a sparkling wine, an appetizer, two salads, one main and a dessert! Subject to availability, some restrictions […]

$59

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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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
Event Series Wine-Down Wednesdays

Wine-Down Wednesdays

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

Join us! Learn about wine from the experts. Buy wines at great prices. Every Wednesday from 5-pm till 7pm Come in for unpretentious wine education paired with tastings. Meet wine makers and experts and score great deals on bottles for home! Ann Marie and Doug Conrad, our Sommeliers will present. March 5th - Compare Bordeaux […]

Price Varies - Free for Members

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 Ryan Price

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

Ryan is a master Looping Artist, and so much more. Seriously amazing to watch and listen to LIVE. Mixed genres of music heard through the sounds of percussive and melodic string work. A perfect addition to the atmosphere we've created for you. Please come out and start your weekend right by enjoying a fabulous Friday […]

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Live Music with Glennie B and The Lake Eagles

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

Glennie B has been playing, writing & recording music since he was about seven years old. Over the years he has performed with numerous bands up and down the California coast. Writing and performing has always been a passion. Joining Glennie is his amazing band of friends who will bring the house down with their […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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Live Music with the Levi Jack Duo

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

Levi Jack brings out a more Alt Rock-Americana roots side of their music, “Cali Rock” if you will, all the while exploring their modern influences and contemporaries. Equal parts ambient rock, country-blues, psychedelia, and singer-songwriter genre alike, Levi Jack has a fresh and raw energy that is contagious. Music starts at 6

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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!

Free
Event Series Wine-Down Wednesdays

Wine-Down Wednesdays

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

Join us! Learn about wine from the experts. Buy wines at great prices. Every Wednesday from 5-pm till 7pm Come in for unpretentious wine education paired with tastings. Meet wine makers and experts and score great deals on bottles for home! Ann Marie and Doug Conrad, our Sommeliers will present. March 5th - Compare Bordeaux […]

Price Varies - Free for Members

Live Music with Simon Santiago

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

Start your Weekend off right - right here with Simon Santiago and Live Music! Back by popular demand! Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true treat for all. You're going to want to stay for the entire set! Simon just loves life. It comes out in his personality and music.  […]

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Volunteer: Monthly Village Clean Up

Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States

Looking for a way to volunteer? Who is excited for our next beach clean up? Furry friends welcome! 🐾 Join us July 6th at 9 AM for our monthly beach cleanup! Will you be there?⁠ WHEN : 1st Saturday of the month, 9AM WHERE: Esplanade Park WHY: We LOVE Capitola! *Garbage pickers and biodegradable garbage […]

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Live Music with Billy Reese

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

Back by popular demand...... We've got Billy Reese coming in for a Session. A long time Santa Cruz local, Billy Reese is a multi-instrumentalist playing an eclectic mix of rock, folk, Americana, country, and blues. Billy will put on an acoustic set for your enjoyment this evening.  Live Music starts at 6pm Wine.Beer.Food.Fun!

Free Entry
Event Series Wine-Down Wednesdays

Wine-Down Wednesdays

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

Join us! Learn about wine from the experts. Buy wines at great prices. Every Wednesday from 5-pm till 7pm Come in for unpretentious wine education paired with tastings. Meet wine makers and experts and score great deals on bottles for home! Ann Marie and Doug Conrad, our Sommeliers will present. March 5th - Compare Bordeaux […]

Price Varies - Free for Members

Live Music with 7th Wave

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

Check out this gem. It's a trio of musical talent. 7th Wave puts harmonies to the chord! Great music selection. Professional performers for many years. Their love of music and entertaining a crowd shows through. Their music choices span many decades. Come Hungry - Kitchen is open until 9:00pm Come Thirsty - we've got a […]

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Live Music Every Friday and Saturday Night

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

Our Music Scene features a mix of local and touring artists, striking the perfect balance between exceptional music and an inviting ambiance. We understand the value of spending quality time with friends on a night out, so we’ve crafted a relaxed atmosphere for your enjoyment. Check out our website for the latest details of who's […]

Usually Free

Saturday Night Live Music with Ted Welty

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

Your Saturday Night  just got better! We've added Live Music for you from Ted Welty. Enjoy a nice chill evening with some talented music with great company. Wine. Beer. Food. Fun. We've got it all right here for you! Ted Welty is in the house. Have you met Ted? If you not, then you need […]

Free Entry
Event Series Wine-Down Wednesdays

Wine-Down Wednesdays

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

Join us! Learn about wine from the experts. Buy wines at great prices. Every Wednesday from 5-pm till 7pm Come in for unpretentious wine education paired with tastings. Meet wine makers and experts and score great deals on bottles for home! Ann Marie and Doug Conrad, our Sommeliers will present. March 5th - Compare Bordeaux […]

Price Varies - Free for Members

Live Music with Andy Fuhrman

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

Andy Fuhrman is one of the best local talents Santa Cruz has to offer. He brings his Brooklyn background with him to all his shows. Whether he is singing doo-wop or country, solo or with his Fabulous Friends, you can be sure that if you are in his audience, you are guaranteed a wonderful time! […]

Free Entry

Live Music Every Friday and Saturday Night

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

Our Music Scene features a mix of local and touring artists, striking the perfect balance between exceptional music and an inviting ambiance. We understand the value of spending quality time with friends on a night out, so we’ve crafted a relaxed atmosphere for your enjoyment. Check out our website for the latest details of who's […]

Usually Free

Live Music with Brian Lawley Trio

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

The Brian Lawley Trio plays acoustic rock and singer-songwriter tunes. With Brian on lead vocals, Ken Leiboff on guitar/harmonica /ukulele/harmony and Rob Edwards on guitar/harmony they play fun and meaningful acoustic music for listening and singing along. If you like music by The Eagles, Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, The Beatles and other acoustic […]

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Thirsty Thursday Trivia

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

Every First and Third Thursday of the month we host trivia. Game starts at 6:30. Play one, two or all three rounds. Winners for each round and overall. Not always difficult, mostly multiple choice gives everyone a chance to shine. We've got great drinks and food to cover all of your needs. Come out and […]

Free

Live Music with Simon Santiago — it’s 80’s Night!

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

Mark your calendars....No 80's White Zin here, but be sure to put on your best 80's attire and join us for a night of totally rad music with Simon playing all the 80's jams. It will be totally tubular man! We'll be trippin on Simon's mix tape. Oh wait, that's not a mix tape...that's the […]

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Live Music Every Friday and Saturday Night

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

Our Music Scene features a mix of local and touring artists, striking the perfect balance between exceptional music and an inviting ambiance. We understand the value of spending quality time with friends on a night out, so we’ve crafted a relaxed atmosphere for your enjoyment. Check out our website for the latest details of who's […]

Usually Free