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

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  • Live Music with Ryan Price

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

    Ryan is a master of laying down his tracks and riding all over them! Serious, he is amazing to watch and listen to live. Mixed genres of music heard through […]

  • Live Music with JAde and Special Guest Patti Maxine

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

    Judy Appleby Tracy and Deenie Rose bring their sweet voices and wonderful covers for your listening pleasure! Lap steel virtuoso and vocal stylist, Patti Maxine has become a household word […]

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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 […]

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  • Live Music with Vinny Johnson – Acoustic Blues

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

    Enjoy live music at your favorite local wine bar. As we curate fine wine, beer, food and art; you can also add music to that list! Vinny Johnson, ah...there is […]

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  • Live Music with Honey Moon Three

    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 […]

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  • Live Music with Chicago Bill and the Next Blues Band

    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 […]

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  • Sunday Afternoon – Live Music with Ted Welty

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

    What are you doing this Sunday afternoon? Maybe you might like some Wine? Beer? Food? Fun? We’ve got it all right here for you! Ted Welty makes it complete! He […]

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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 […]

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  • Live Music with Johnny G and Friends

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

    Rock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues! Join Johnny and his amazing friends for an evening of fun music!

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  • Live Music with Big Bad Wolf

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

    Hailing from Aptos, in Santa Cruz County, California, Big Bad Wolf howls with a special off-the-beaten-path brand of tasty and danceable blues-based classic rock from groups and artists like Creedence, […]

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  • Live Music with Dan Frechette

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

    Dan Frechette celebrates a wealth of song knowledge encompassing everything from oldies and classic Rock & Roll to Vintage Blues, R&B, Motown, Classic Country to Old Tyme, Woody Guthrie to […]

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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, Trish Pate, Terry Eads, Fuzzy John Oxendine and Keith Wood. […]

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  • Live Music with Eli Lev

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

    Lev invites his audience participation and always feature stories behind his songs. Lev hopes that listeners take away a sense of self-awareness and self-positivity from his music. “These songs are […]

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  • Live Music the British Invasion 2.0 with Simon Santiago

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

    Back by popular demand! Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true treat for all. This time he's doing a British Themed set, Heavy on the […]

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  • Live Music with The Messiahs

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

    An offshoot of Santa Cruz's iconic rock band Snail, the Messiah's original melodies and hot guitar riff; Ken Kraft, Craig Owens and Bob O'Neill are the Messiahs. They play acoustic […]

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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 […]

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  • Live Music with 7th Wave

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

    7th Wave is a very musical, acoustic band composed of three lead singers. Each member is vocally featured and backed up to create very melodic three part harmonies. Cynthia Larson […]

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  • Glass Resin Workshop with Brenda Villaneuva

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

    July 25th: Glass Resin 6"x6" art piece Artist Brenda Villaneuva will guide you through the process. Unleash your imagination and bring your ideas to life with this glass and resin […]

    $35.00
  • Live Music with Nomad

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

    Dave “Nomad” Miller calls Santa Cruz, CA his home and continues to perform regularly, doing engaging solo-acoustic performances as Nomad and high-energy full band performances with Drifting Compass. The performances […]

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  • DJ Kurtographer spins at the Wine Bar

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

    After a fun day of shopping, strolling and ocean gazing in the Village, head on to Capitola Wine Bar to enjoy the spinning of DJ Kurtographer. You'll have a hard […]

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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 […]

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  • Live Music with the Eyes Like Lanterns

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

    Returning musician, Josh's  genre is Indie-Folk Rock. With a dreamy airy voice he is captivating to listen to.  Music is from 6-9 Come hungry our kitchen is open!

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  • Wharf to Wharf Race – Finish Line

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

    Treat yourself to a Mimosa or Two - or Make it a Double and keep the Capitola Wine Bar Logo Glass! Let the Traditions Continue!!!!! Open Early just for you […]

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  • Live Music with Glennie B

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

    Glenn 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. […]

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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 […]

    Free
  • Live Music with Paul Kent

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

    Join us for an afternoon of music at your favorite Wine Bar.  Paul plays heartfelt classic rock, country, pop and folk favorites - with occasional surprises of acoustic takes on […]

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  • Live Music with B-Movie Kings – Arlene’s Birthday Bash!

    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 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!

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  • 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. Too good to not see this trio again!. 7th Wave puts harmonies to the chord! Great music selection. Professional performers […]

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  • Live Music with Karin Phoenix and Jim Ellis

    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 […]

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  • Live Music with John Michael

    Live Music with John Michael

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

    Born in Dublin, Ireland, John Michael has performed since the age of four at many venues and festivals from California to Ireland. He is an extremely versatile vocalist and performer […]

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  • Live Music with Johnny G and Friends

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

    Join John Gullic on the 3rd Thursday of the month - he invites various local musicians to JAM and provide awesome dance tunes and a good time! Always fun, always […]

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  • Live Music with Brian Fitzgerald Trio

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

    This Friday we've got the talented Brian Fitzgerald Jazz Trio coming in. Recently noted as, "the best Jazz Trio in Santa Cruz County right now!" Come check out why! These […]

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  • Live Music with the Beach Cowboys

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

    Sammy Roye formed the Santa Cruz Beach Cowboys in 1998. They are a great bluesy Rock & Roll band; super vocals, fabulous horns, and musicianship. Sammy's first lesson was with […]

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  • Live Music with NoJoKen

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

    Stormin' Norman Louis, Jojo Fox and Ken Kraft play a Great Acoustic Blend & Vocal Harmonies, Fun Tunes!

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  • Live Music with Honey Moon Three

    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 […]

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