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  • Live Music with the Ukulele Club

    Capitola Wharf 1400 Wharf Road, Capitola, 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 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 with Leroy & Friends

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

    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 […]

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  • Live Music with Schoolcraft and Murray – St. Patrick’s Day Party

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

    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 […]

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  • Pie Pop-Up with Nanci the Pie Lady!

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

    Nanci is an amazing pie baker. Come down and pick up your very own personal pie on St. Patrick's Day.

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  • Live Music with B-Movie Kings

    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 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 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 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 Jenny O’Leary Jazz Trio

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

    A Classy Night Starts Here! Enjoy some of the Jazz Standards and Classics performed by Local Talent. We are a 21 and over venue. Come Hungry - our Kitchen is […]

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  • Live Music with Malakai and the Love Creek Band

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

    Malaki and his Love Creek Band will bring their eclectic sounds doing amazing originals; Grateful Dead, Dire Straits, Bob Marley and Stevie Nicks. Enjoy their unique sound as they perform, […]

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  • Live Music with Billy Reece

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

    A longtimeSanta 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 […]

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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 […]

    Free
  • Live Music with Tom Jackman

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

    Singer / Songwriter / Guitarist, Tom Jackman is a San Francisco Bay Area artist with a large, diverse song list. He performs an upbeat selection of acoustic pop and rock […]

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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 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 Djangatos

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

    Djangatos: taking Gypsy Jazz beyond the 20th Century! Traveling all the way from sunny Los Gatos California, Djangatos features music inspired by Django Reinhardt, a Gypsy Jazz Legend. You'll find […]

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  • Live Music with Honeymoon 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 Fabulous Johnson

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

    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 […]

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  • 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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  • 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!

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  • Live Music with the Music Makers Series

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

    MUSIC MAKERS - Telling stories through songs. Highlighting our local singer/songwriters in special evening of music! Join Nomad, Glennie B and Sweet Marty as they share their songwriting magic!

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  • National Pet Day

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

    Bring your furry friend in for a treat! We’ve just released our Doggie Delights Menu It’s never been easier to hang out with your four legged friend while visiting the […]

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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 […]

    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 […]

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  • Live Music with Simon Santiago

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

    Back by popular demand! You might remember him form our 80's Party. Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true treat for all. We’ve got our […]

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  • Live Music with Levi Jack

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

    Founded in 2015 by long-time musical partners Marty Martin' (guitar and vocals) and Rich Thomas (lead guitar and vocals) of Corduroy Jim, Levi Jack brings out a more Alt Rock-Americana roots […]

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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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  • Live Music with 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 […]

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  • Live Music with Billy Reece

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

    A longtimeSanta 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 […]

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  • Live Music with the 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 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 Leroy and Friends

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

    Leroy & Friends features a variety of rock, blues, country and americana music. with friends - Rick Browning, Trish Pate, Terry Eads, Fuzzy john Oxendine and Keith Wood. Gonna be […]

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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 Billy Reece

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

    A longtimeSanta 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 […]

    Free
  • 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 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 […]

    Free
  • Live Music with the Vinny Johnson Blues Band – The Cork Turns 7!

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

    Celebrate Cork's 7th Anniversary! 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 […]

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  • Live Music with B-Movie Kings

    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!

    Free
  • Live Music with the Music Makers Series

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

    Music Makers - Telling Stories Through Songs. Super excited to present: MUSIC MAKERS - telling stories through songs. This is a "singer/songwriter" in the round event - come listen to […]

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  • Open Mic

    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!

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  • Live Music with Cement Ship

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

    A chill night awaits. Check out our live music with Cement Ship and meet our First Friday Artist, Brenda Villanueva. Singer/songwriters, Cement Ship plays Folk, Indie, Acoustic Rock, Soul, & […]

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