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! […]
Join us for the CAPITOLA WHARF GROUNDBREAKING CELEBRATION as we rebuild & launch the Capitola Wharf Resiliency & Public Access Project with Capitola Mayor, Staff, & Community Speakers. Parking is […]
RACE DATE: September 23, 2023 START TIME: 8:00am Race Details LOCATION: The Little Wharf Race starts at the East Cliff Village Shopping Center (21511 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA […]
The theme of this year's festival is BEAUTY AND THE BEACH Mark your Calendars! Dates have been announced for the 2023 Beach Festival--the last full weekend in September, Saturday the […]
Capitola Wharf Raffle and Fundraiser is sponsored by Britannia Arms on September 27th. Raffle tickets are available now at the Brit for $25. The raffle will be ~8:00pm - need […]
Come celebrate Oktober Wharf-fest on Saturday, October 14th, 12pm to 6pm, and help raise money for Capitola Wharf Enhancements Project! A portion of the proceeds from participating businesses goes to […]
Welcome to the Wahine 10k/6k! This latest addition to the Surfer’s Path series features a 6.2 mile and 3.8 mile distance. The Wahine courses start and finish in Capitola Village […]
Ready to soak in all the wonderful vibes from the female surfing and swimming community? Get ready to reconvene at Capitola Beach! Our theme this year is Sea Wonder… When […]
2023 Capitola Village Halloween Parade 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 […]
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 […]
The Off The Lip Radio Show presents excellent San Francisco, California based band The Fell Swoop live in concert on Saturday Oct 30th at the Capitola Esplanade. The Fell Swoop […]
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 […]
Ho! Ho! Ho! Join us in welcoming Surfin' Santa to the shores of Capitola Beach on November 25th! Santa will be riding the waves via Outrigger canoe, rain or shine, […]
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 […]
Live Music with Colin Hamilton Jazz Trio Colin Hamilton brings with him Robert Whitmeyer from Djangatos. Also in the group is Marley Edwards and sounds like Tanner, the basist from […]
Keep calm & get your ho ho ho on—Dress in your craziest, zaniest holiday wear and join us in taking over a bevvy of bars in Capitola Village! Meet at […]
Flynn Creek Circus returns to Capitola with an all new show to dazzle for the holiday season! Witness their all-human circus spectacle under the big top tent at the Capitola […]
Oh my we love this time of year! Poi Rodgers 6-9pm Free yummy Hors d'oeuvres from our kitchen Our traditional Gift bags for guests...these are freaking awesome this year and […]
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 […]
A parade to celebrate Santa Cruz County's first State Champion football team, the Soquel High Knights is scheduled for this Saturday, January 13 and will include the Marching Band and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Surfer’s Path event offers both a 10k and 5k race, providing participants with an opportunity to engage in a scenic run or walk along the captivating coastline. The starting […]
Download the official GAMECARD *** HERE *** or pick one up at Capitola Candy Cafe. Find the eggs hidden at participating businesses. Once found, ask a staff person at the participating the […]
Welcome to the Surfers Path Half Marathon, an exhilarating 13.1-mile journey from Santa Cruz to Capitola and back. Commencing at the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the event embarks on […]
First Friday Artist Reception Meet Brenda Villaneuva this Friday during First Friday Art Tour. Her work will be on display and she will be available for questions. If you like […]
A Classy Night Starts Here! Our wandering friend, Carl Atliano brings his talent back to the wine bar. Extremely talented jazz trio that you need to check out. Carl scores […]
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 […]
17th 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 […]
(Funcky Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Celebrate your UCSC grad with a stay in beautiful Capitola Village, just 20 minutes from the UCSC campus. After graduation festivities, treat the family to an amazing weekend shopping and […]
(Reggae Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach. The event takes place on Sundays June 23rd, July 7th, July 21st and August 4th at Esplanade Park […]
(Rock / Reggae) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
(Blues & Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach. The event takes place on Sundays June 23rd, July 7th, July 21st and August 4th at Esplanade Park […]
(Contemporary Blues) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach. The event takes place on Sundays June 23rd, July 7th, July 21st and August 4th at Esplanade Park […]
(R&B, Funk, Soul and Blues) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy […]
Race Day Info START TIME: 8:30am (sharp!) LOCATION: The Wharf to Wharf Race starts at the Santa Cruz Wharf (Beach St. & Cliff St.) near the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and finishes […]
(Old School, R&B, Soul, American Roots) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and […]
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach. The event takes place on Sundays June 23rd, July 7th, July 21st and August 4th at Esplanade Park […]
(Funk/Dance/Jam) Space Heater is a Santa Cruz-based band with one foot planted firmly in the foundations of funk, while the other foot prefers a galaxy far, far away. With an […]
(60's Style Original Soul) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a […]
(Classic Rock, Funk) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
Welcome to the Capitola 10k, a 6.2-mile and 3.8 mile run/walk that starts in the heart of Capitola Village. The scenic route takes participants through vibrant Pleasure Point and along […]
(Soul, Americana) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
FREE MOVIES at CAPITOLA BEACH!! It’s the One That You Want In cult-classic Grease, fresh-faced Sandy and bad boy Danny find summer love at the beach. But when school begins […]
Join us at the Festival! Stroll the festival sipping exceptional wines from 22 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries while admiring the artistic talents of over 100 fine artists. Enjoy live music, […]
