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The Mermaid Tri & Du Capitola is one of the best all women triathlons on the West Coast. The event features an ocean swim in the sheltered waters near the […]

Join us for a fun-filled Sunday on October 6th from 12-5pm! Enjoy an afternoon of live music from The 10 O'Clock Lunch Band*, delicious bites from Tacos el Jesse, Evil […]

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 […]

Welcome to Women On Waves Contest! This year we AIM TO CELEBRATE the unique and special magic that happens when we feel seen. OUR THEME THIS YEAR IS I SEA […]

Attention all First Responders! Retired and current. Registration for the second annual First Responder Surf Contest is now open.  We’re hosting a two division contest with 1st, 2nd and 3rd […]

JOIN THE FUN! Welcome to Capitola Plein Air! This November, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town…literally! ARTISTS - APPLY HERE BY AUGUST 1! Join us for […]

Veteran Surf Alliance is a Santa Cruz based nonprofit that creates fellowship and community among veterans through surfing, easing the transition between military service and civilian living. We accomplish this […]

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 […]

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, […]

Celebrate Small Business Saturday by shopping local in Capitola Village on November 30th (and everyday).  Now more than ever, small businesses need our support. Please join SBA and the Capitola […]

Ho! Ho! Ho! Join us in welcoming Surfin' Santa to the shores of Capitola Beach on Saturday November 30th! Santa will be riding the waves via Outrigger canoe, rain or […]

Join us for a magical evening at Capitola Village on December 6th, from 6-9 PM, for "Holiday Nights: Capitola After Hours." This village-wide shopping event offers a unique opportunity to […]

Keep calm & get your ho ho ho on!!! Meet at 5pm at Katalina’s by the Sea @ 312 Capitola Ave. Be sure to bring your ID, cash and TIP […]

FLYNN CREEK CIRCUS RETURNS WITH THE NEW 2024 SEASON SHOW Internationally acclaimed Flynn Creek Circus returns to Capitola with a super star line up in their all new show, 'The […]

** 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 […]

The event begins at the Community Room, then attendees are encouraged to take a stroll to the sculpture site at the corner of Wharf Rd & Stockton Ave after the […]

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 […]

Pick up the official GAME CARD at Capitola Candy Cafe. Find the eggs hidden at participating businesses. Once found, ask a staff person at the participating the business to stamp your […]

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 […]

** 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 […]

“VDUBs in the Village”, an air-cooled VW event taking place in the Capitola Villiage. Capitola Village is a small seaside village that is located steps from the sand in Capitola, […]

CO-HOST: Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust HOST FISHERMAN: Hans Haveman | H&H Seafood GUEST CHEFS: The Outstanding in the Field Crew, Jessica Yarr | The Grove, Nick Sherman | Trestles, Kendra Baker | Penny […]

(Classic 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 […]

18th Annual Rod & Custom Classic Car Show Saturday, June 14, 2025 9am-5pm in Capitola Village Featuring Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Coupes, Roadsters, Customs and Classics – vintage to 1987 […]

(Caribbean Dance Music) 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 […]

(Funk & 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 picnic […]

(Classic Rock + Party Band) The B-Movie Kings, with dynamic frontman Kevin Krilanovich, have fabulous lead & harmony vocals + killer lead guitar & rhythm section that will keep you […]

(Original Funky Fun) 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 […]

Get Ready to Sing, Dance & Laugh Along! 🎤🎹 Capitola Recreation presents Dueling Pianos LIVE at Esplanade Park – an afternoon of high-energy, all-request piano fun you won’t want to […]

(Classic Rock, Soul & 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 […]

(R&B, Funk, & 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 […]

Race Day Info START TIME:  8:00am (sharp!) LOCATION:  The Wharf to Wharf Race starts on Portola Drive near 30th Avenue and finishes at the Capitola Wharf (Wharf Rd. & Cliff […]

(Classic 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 […]

(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 the […]

(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 […]

(Rock, Blues, Funk & R&B) 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 […]

Free movies at Capitola Beach Honey, I Shrunk the Kids is a 1989 American science fiction comedy film starring Rick Moranis, Matt Frewer, Marcia Strassman, and Kristine Sutherland. In the […]

Welcome to the Capitola 10k, a 6.2-mile and 3.8 mile run/walk that starting in the heart of Capitola Village. The scenic route takes participants through vibrant Pleasure Point and along […]

(Top 40, Dance, 80's/90's Hits) 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 […]

Free movies at Capitola Beach The Garfield Movie is a 2024 animated comedy film based on the comic strip Garfield created by Jim Davis. Chris Pratt stars as the voice […]

42 years celebrating art, culture, wine, music, dance, and good vibes in the enchanting beach-side setting of Capitola Village. September 13th 10:00am to 6:00pm September 14th 10:00am to 5:00pm Stroll […]

RACE DATE: September 27, 2025 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 […]

Mark your Calendars! Enjoy the 2025 Capitola Beach Festival the last weekend of September, Saturday the 27th and Sunday the 28th. The theme of this year's festival is VACATION SNAPSHOTS. […]

MERMAID TRI & DU The Mermaid Tri & Du Capitola is one of the best all women triathlons on the West Coast. The event features an ocean swim in the […]

Welcome to Women On Waves Contest! Our theme this year is: SEA HER IMAGE S- Support E- Encourage A- Admire Our focus is on building a safe and uplifting community […]