Treat Yourself

Find the perfect gift for you or a friend in one of Capitola’s cool boutiques, apparel shops, galleries, wine tasting rooms, surf shops, and more!

Stay a While

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

Feeling Hungry?

White table cloths or on the beach–Get great food, a variety of cuisine and unforgettable views all in Capitola Village.

Live Music with Toby Gray & T Bone Mojo Band

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

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, […]

Free

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 […]

Live Music – Open Mic!

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

Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

Live Music – Johnny G & Friends with Karin Phoenix

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

Rock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues! 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 […]

Free

Live Music – Anthony Arya and Friends

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

Anthony Arya is a folk/rock performing and recording artist from Santa Cruz. In Fall 2018, at age 15, Anthony was a contestant on Season 15 pf NBC's The Voice. Since […]

Free

Author Meet and Greet at Capitola Tap House

Capitola Tap House 401 Capitola Ave., Capitola

Come to Capitola Tap House on Saturday August 26th from 5pm to 7pm for a Kombucha, Cold Brew Nitro Coffee, or try one of the new alcoholic beverages! While you […]

Live Music with Jefferson’s Revival

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

Jefferson's Revival Creedence Tribute band plays CCR and John Fogerty hits that sound just like the real thing. Jefferson Franklin Hancock, guitar and vocals, Doug Wilmerton on drums and David […]

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Live Music – Brent Pierce and Acid Grass Boys

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

Bluegrass/Americana band Brent Pierce and his Acid Grass Boys bring a fast paced fun show with something for everyone. Original music and classic country, rock, and bluegrass covers. Singer, songwriter […]

Free

Live Music – Open Mic!

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

Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

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 […]

Free

Live Music with the Vinny Johnson Blues Band

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

Vinny and his amazing blues band; Spencer Ellison, Rick Hornbeck and Les Rosenthal know the blues! Enjoy his incredible brand of blues and soul and of course, great rock ‘n […]

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Volunteer: Capitola Village and Beach Cleanup

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 September 2 at 9 AM for our monthly beach […]

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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 Lemo Live!

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

LemoLive! is back. LemoLive is all about the fine mix of Reggae, Calypso, Soca & Pop! It's about fusion and the coming Peace, love and musical fun.

Free Entry

Live Music with JADe

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!

Free

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 – Open Mic!

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

Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

Free

Live Music with Johnny G & Friends with Karin Phoenix

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

Johnny knows Rock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues! Along with Karin Phoenix who has been a hometown favorite in Santa Cruz, arriving from Saint Louis, Missouri. “Phoenix Rising”, her local band, […]

Free

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 numerouse bands up and down the California coast. […]

Free
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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 […]

Free

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!

Free

Live Music – Open Mic!

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

Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

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 […]

Free

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 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 […]

Free
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Live Music with Toby Gray & T Bone Mojo Band

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

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, […]

Free

Live Music with Brent Pierce & Acid Grass Boys

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

Bluegrass/Americana band Brent Pierce and his Acid Grass Boys bring a fast paced fun show with something for everyone. Original music and classic country, rock, and bluegrass covers. Singer, songwriter […]

Free
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Live Music – Open Mic!

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

Join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

Free

Live Music with Johnny G Jam and Wendy’s Reunion Party!

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

WooHoo! Our cute little curly haired Wendy is coming back in town. Let’s celebrate with some live music and a big ole jam night! All musicians are welcome! 

Free

Live Music with Ted Welty

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

Friday: Live Music with Ted Welty We've got Ted Welty in the house. Have you met Ted? If you not, then you need to get on in here. We love […]

Free Entry
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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 Glennie B – Beach Festival!

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 numerouse bands up and down the California coast. […]

Free

Live Music with Sean Biggar & Ryan Walker

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

You are just going to have to come check them out to find out more! American Blues and Folk Music from the San Francisco Bay Guitarist & Harmonicist Music is […]

Free Entry

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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Live Music with Jazz the Dog

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

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 […]

Free

Live Music with the Ukulele Club – Fundraiser for Maui

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

Join the club for another great fundraiser for Maui! The ukulele scene in Santa Cruz has really grown since the founding of the Ukulele Club of Santa Cruz in January […]

Free

Live Music with Anthony Arya & Friends

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

Anthony Arya is a folk/rock performing and recording artist from Santa Cruz. In Fall 2018, at age 15, Anthony was a contestant on Season 15 pf NBC's The Voice. Since […]

Free

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 numerouse bands up and down the California coast. […]

Free

Live Music with Chicago Bill – Bill’s Birthday!

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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Live Music – Open Mic!

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

EVERY Wednesday night, join the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!

Free