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.

  • Holiday Glass, Resin Nightlight Workshop with Brenda Villaneuva

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

    November 17th: Holiday Glass Resin Night Light Artist Brenda Villaneuva will guide you through the process. Unleash your imagination and bring your ideas to life with this glass and resin […]

    $30
  • 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
  • KIckbackSmall Business BIG 12 Day Sale

    Kickback 201 Capitola Ave, Capitola, United States

    Kickback boutique presents our Small Business BIG 12 Day Sale in store and online at shop kickback.com. 10% OFF - 50% OFF EVERYTHING! The sale extends over 12 days, from […]

  • Live Music with Nomad

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

    Singer-songwriter Dave "Nomad" Miller performs solo-acoustically at Capitola Wine Bar in Capitola Village, CA. Sharing heart-on-sleeve, travel-worn original songs as well as an eclectic variety of covers. Music is from […]

    Free Entry
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Live Music with Big Bad Wolf – Janell’s Birthday Bash!

    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 the Levi Jack Duo

    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 […]

    Free Entry
  • Paint & Sip with Shanna

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

    Paint & Sip with Shanna Kuempel. Subject: Begonias Shanna will guide you through the process to make a unique painting. All supplies are provided to create your masterpiece. All we […]

    $40.00
  • Live Music with Bad Dog

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

    Bad Dog is BACK!!! Featuring Jefferson Hancock and Johnny G!

    Free
  • Friday Night Live Music with Hunny Pot

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

    Come enjoy a chill vibe with this returning duo performance (while sipping fabulous wines) at Capitola Wine Bar!  Hunny Pot: You might recognize them as they played here before under […]

    Free Entry
  • Live Music with Malakai and the Love Creek Band

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

    Malakai and the 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, […]

    Free
  • Live Music with Buddy Beach Trio

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

    In the morning, come to see Santa riding the waves and landing in Capitola Village. Spend some time enjoying the ambience of lovely Capitola Village. To top off a perfect […]

    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
  • Saturday Night Live Music with Ted Welty

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

    Your Saturday Night  just got better! We've added Live Music for you from Ted Welty. Enjoy a nice chill evening with some talented music with great company. Wine. Beer. Food. […]

    Free Entry
  • 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
  • Grand Opening: Out West & Studio About Her

    Out West 110 Capitola Ave, Capitola, United States

    Join Shannon and Dorothee on December 6th at 4pm as they debut their new shops on Capitola Ave: Out West Design Company (Clothing and more) and Studio About Her (Jewelry).

  • Live Music with Simon Santiago and Artist Reception with Shanna Kuemple

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

    Start your Weekend off right - right here with Simon Santiago and Live Music! Back by popular demand! Really a great talent, fun songs, eclectic mix of music. A true […]

    Free Entry
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Glass and Resin Christmas Tree Workshop with Brenda Villaneuva

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

    December 8th: Holiday Glass Resin Night Light 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
  • Painting Workshop

    Studio About Her 110 Capitola Ave #2, Capitola, United States

    Join us on Sunday, December 8th 2024 from 5-8pm.  Elevate your home with an artwork painted by you! Together with local artist Sierra Evans the store transforms into a fun […]

    $70
  • Holiday Floral Centerpiece and Cocktail Workshop

    Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States

    Want to elevate your holiday table with the perfect centerpiece and serve your guests an amazing cocktail? Well, this workshop is perfect for you! Join us for a fun night […]

    $88
  • 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 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
  • 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 […]

    Free
  • Live Music with Leroy and Friends

    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, Lorraine Krilanovich Trish Pate, Terry Eads, Fuzzy John Oxendine, Keith […]

    Free
  • 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 Nick Hames

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

    This Friday we've got a new musician to check out.  About Nick: Growing up in Boston, MA Nick Hames was exposed to live rock and blues music at an early […]

    Free Entry
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 Brian Fitzgerald Trio

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

    This Saturday 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 […]

    Free Entry
  • Live Music with Schoolcraft and Murray

    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 […]

    Free