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.

Glass Resin Workshop with Brenda Villaneuva

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

July 25th: Glass Resin 6"x6" art piece Artist Brenda Villaneuva will guide you through the process. Unleash your imagination and bring your ideas to life with this glass and resin […]

$35.00

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 […]

Free

DJ Kurtographer spins at the Wine Bar

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

After a fun day of shopping, strolling and ocean gazing in the Village, head on to Capitola Wine Bar to enjoy the spinning of DJ Kurtographer. You'll have a hard […]

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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 […]

Free

Live Music with the Eyes Like Lanterns

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

Returning musician, Josh's  genre is Indie-Folk Rock. With a dreamy airy voice he is captivating to listen to.  Music is from 6-9 Come hungry our kitchen is open!

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Wharf to Wharf Race – Finish Line

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

Treat yourself to a Mimosa or Two - or Make it a Double and keep the Capitola Wine Bar Logo Glass! Let the Traditions Continue!!!!! Open Early just for you […]

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

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 with Paul Kent

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

Join us for an afternoon of music at your favorite Wine Bar.  Paul plays heartfelt classic rock, country, pop and folk favorites - with occasional surprises of acoustic takes on […]

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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 7th Wave

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

Check out this gem. It's a trio of musical talent. Too good to not see this trio again!. 7th Wave puts harmonies to the chord! Great music selection. Professional performers […]

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Live Music with Karin Phoenix and Jim Ellis

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

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 […]

Free

Live Music with Johnny G and Friends

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

Join John Gullic on the 3rd Thursday of the month - he invites various local musicians to JAM and provide awesome dance tunes and a good time! Always fun, always […]

Free

Live Music with Brian Fitzgerald Trio

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

This Friday we've got the talented Brian Fitzgerald Jazz Trio coming in. Recently noted as, "the best Jazz Trio in Santa Cruz County right now!" Come check out why! These […]

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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 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 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 Dave D’oh

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

The super talented Dave D'oh performs this Friday. He brings his groovy tunes and his saxophone.  He lays down his own tracks, then he becomes the saxophone soloist. Fun tunes, […]

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Live Music with Leroy and Friends

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

Leroy and Friend's will feature a variety of rock, blues, country and Americana music. Featuring my friends including Rick Browning, Trish Pate, Terry Eads, Fuzzy John Oxendine and Keith Wood. […]

Free

Live music with the Djangatos – Gypsy Jazz

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 Lemo Live

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

LemoLive! is back. His music is fused with Calypso, Reggae Soca and Pop which results in an original and fresh World Beat that appeals to audiences of all ages. His […]

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Live Music with Big Bad Wolf – Patti’s Birthday Party!

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, […]

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 […]

Free

Card Making Workshop

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

August 22nd: Card Making Workshop Artist Lisa Diaz will guide you through the process. Discover the joy of creating beautiful, one-of-a-kind cards. Lisa will guide you through the process of […]

$2 – $20

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 the Jefferson Hancock Band

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

The Jefferson Hancock Band plays heavy hits from the late '60s through the '90's with cover tunes from Alice Cooper to Alice in Chains. The band specializes in hard rock […]

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Live Music with Living in Spirit

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

Wine. Beer. Food. Fun. We've got it all right here for you! Another first, let's check out Living in Spirit together. "After 50 years of playing music professionally and owning […]

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Live Music with JAde and Special Guest Ted Porter

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! Deenie and Judy continue to play a wide range of music - from […]

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 Simon Santiago

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

Back by popular demand! Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true treat for all. You're going to want to stay for the entire set! Simon […]

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