Cork & Fork will be open from 2 - 5 pm with music by Glennie B. He has been playing, writing & recording music since he was about seven years old. Over the years he has performed with numerouse bands up and down the California coast. Writing and performing has always been a passion.
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 of course the Wine Raffle! See what suit Steve will wear, and see if Leslie brings any cool vinyl, and we are still working on […]
Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
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 […]
Patti Maxine, Rick Zeek, and Rhan Wilson are Jazz The Dog - and together they play an eclectic mix of Americana inspired originals, re-arranged cover tunes, and off-the-cuff improvisations. They are eager to woof it up in Capitola! Come on over, pups, and howl with Jazz The Dog.
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, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, Jon Hiatt, John Fogerty, The Hollies, and many more. A party with The Big Bad Wolf is always […]
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 Bill Monroe and world music traditions. Come enjoy a drink or meal at Capitola Wine Bar and the human jukebox in action! Music requests taken. […]
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 […]
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 Drumline. The parade begins at 11am from Capitola City Hall. The parade route is down Capitola Avenue, right on Stockton Avenue, left on the Esplanade […]
Our music scene showcases local and touring artists. We strive to find the right balance between quality music and the perfect atmosphere to enjoy it. We also understand the importance of enjoying time with friends on a night out. With all this in mind we created a relaxed atmosphere for you to delight in. Please […]
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 Jerry Garcia. Not your ordinary cover band, they will keep you dancing all night long!
Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
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 […]
Back by popular demand! Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true treat for all. We've got our Outdoor Dog Friendly Patio open too! We are excited to have Simon return to the wine bar. Happy Hour starts at 5, with $7 Food & Drink Specials Music is from 6-9pm Come […]
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, […]
Cool and groovin’ with hundreds of your favorite songs and fun heartfelt originals. T Bone Mojo Dance Band featuring Fuzzy Oxendine, Cameron Logan, T Bone Mojo, Rick Hornbeck, Jim Greiner, fluter Jan and more guests In the spirit of the old Road Hogs, this is a grooving fun outfit!
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 guitars and sing originals, covers and There are a few originals, but they are mostly covers of songs that they “Snail-ize.”
Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Rock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues!
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 Happy Hour with $7 Food and Drink Specials is 5-7 Live Music is from 6-9pm Local Live […]
Doin’ the great duos and a whole lot more!” is the mantra for the band and do they ever deliver. Scott Slaughter (guitar) and Richard Schmidt (bass guitar) have performed all of their lives and eventually came together in a Beach Boys tribute band, so yeah - they know how to harmonize. But beyond the […]
Come enjoy a chill vibe with their returning performance (while sipping fabulous wines😊🍷🎶) at Capitola Wine Bar! They found their name: Hunny Pot: You might recognize them as they played here before under their own names. Diana Z is a local singer/songwriter currently living in Santa Cruz, California. Originally from Toronto, Canada, she has found […]
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 […]
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.
Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Johnny Fabulous brings music and laughter through stories and song. Weaving humor through his repertoire of classic standards, a bit of blues and Johnny’s original compositions, a large time is had by all. Along with the amazing Vinny Johnson, the duo is magical, and promises a fun night!
The super talented Dave D'oh performs at the wine bar. 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. Happy Hour is 5-7, music is 6-9
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 […]
BACK PORCH BOYS return to Capitola Wine Bar this Saturdays. Singer RICH COWAN will be beltin' out the tunes and slidin' on the acoustic guitar while Virgil Thrasher honks and warbles away on the harmonicas. Keepin' the blues alive in Santa Cruz County. Music starts at 6pm Open at Noon Fun to be had all […]
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! 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 […]
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 of both acts feature his original songs as well as interpretations of a variety of cover songs from across the genre map, mixing it up […]
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 […]
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, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Steely Dan, Jon Hiatt, John Fogerty, The Hollies, and many more. A party with The Big Bad Wolf is always […]
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 […]
After a fun day of shopping, strolling and sipping at the Capitola Village Sip & Stroll, head on to Capitola Wine Bar to relax your busy self with some sitting time. We've got your music adventure for the finish. This is a special set time, 2-5pm We've got a new musical act for you to […]
The B-Movie Kings are a classic rock party band. Help us raise money for our local friend and musician Tammi Brown. We are donating 50% of all sales to help her fight cancer.
Join us for a fun afternoon of football and a special menu!
Celebrating Valentine's Day and Wine! 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 […]
Rock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues!
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 Jerry Garcia. Not your ordinary cover band, they will keep you dancing all night long!
This talented group of musicians knows how to put on a show, and they bring their signature blend of Blues, Rock, and Originals to the party to make it an unforgettable night. Full Band featuring veterans of the ’60’s SF and East Coast music scenes. Featuring legends Fuzzy John Oxendine, Leroy Rick Hoornbeck, T Bone […]
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 gifts the trio with her elegant voice and rhythms on percussion and guitar. Her voice has been featured on stage with the likes of Neil […]
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 […]
Stormin' Norman Louis, Jojo Fox and Ken Kraft play a Great Acoustic Blend & Vocal Harmonies, Fun Tunes!
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 […]
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 point is located on 41st Ave, at the gateway to Pleasure Point where surf shops, restaurants, and the coastal ambiance converge, epitomizing the renowned surf […]
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.
“Somewhere in-between the tropical lounges of 1930s Los Angeles and the honky tonk beer joints of rural 1950s California, you’ll find Poi Rogers. Hailing from Santa Cruz, CA, the duo performs vintage country and western swing, Hawaiian steel guitar ballads and cowboy tunes.” They’ve been touring, making videos, recording albums and now they’ve found their […]
Celebrate Leap Year 2024! Glennie B has been playing, writing & recording music since he was about seven years old. Over the years he has performed with numerouse bands up and down the California coast. Writing and performing has always been a passion.
A longtime Santa Cruz local, Billy Reese, is a multi-instrumentalist playing an eclectic mix of rock, folk, americana, country, and blues. He has spent the last several years performing with bands in the Pacific Northwest, California and beyond.
