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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! 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 just loves life. It comes out in his personality and music. Check out why this guy is getting all the gigs around town! 21 & over […]

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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! Deenie and Judy continue to play a wide range of music - from the old classics, to rock, to folk and Americana - which has made them so popular in the Santa Cruz area. Lap steel virtuoso and […]

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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 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 […]

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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 roots side of their music, “Cali Rock” if you will, all the while exploring their modern influences and contemporaries. Equal parts ambient rock, country-blues, psychedelia, […]

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Live Music with 7th Wave – Cynthia and Stephen’s Birthday Bash!

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 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 […]

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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 Central Coast from San Jose to Santa Barbara for over 20 years.

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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 6-9 pm

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Endless Summer Live Music with Lemo Live…then Fireworks!

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

LemoLive! is back. and... The Fireworks! We guess it's really happening! Monte's Fireworks return, Sunday October 13th at 7pm We've got great music lined up before, enjoy the Endless Summer with LEMO LIVE!!! About Lemo: His music is fused with Calypso, Reggae Soca and Pop which results in an original and fresh World Beat that […]

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Live Music with Broken Shades

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

Jewl Sandoval, a California native, has been rock'n the Bay Area and Santa Cruz for several years. He's written a number of blues tunes, produced three CDs, and has hosted countless blues jams. In the process he has mixed it up with many of today's blues stars, Coco Montoya for one. His blues harp and […]

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Wine-Down Wednesdays with Charmant Vineyards

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

Join us! Every Wednesday we geek out about wine during our wine down Wednesdays. This is a special session where the winemaker Eug Theron from Charmant Vineyards will be here. Learn more why our sommeliers love these wines.

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Live Music with Jazz the Dog

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

A Special Treat on a Friday Night! Jazz the Dog is the new name for an old band of musical friends: Rhan Wilson, Rick Zeek, and Patti Maxine. No, they don't play jazz, although they can be a bit jazzy. They actually play an eclectic mix of Americana, originals, soul, and sometimes oddly rearranged other […]

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Live Music with Billy Reese – The Acoustic Set

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

You asked for it! Here you go! We've got Billy Reese coming in for a Session. Come find out what all the hub-bub is about. This guy is constantly out there performing. You've seen him in some of your favorite local bands. Here he is doing a solo show. Billy will put on an acoustic […]

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Live Music with Mark Kibort

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

Back by popular demand: Just One More! Mark specializes in Classic & Contemporary, Inspired by many of your favorite artists, think John Mayer and Jack Johnson. A fun acoustic set! Wine.Beer.Food.Fun!

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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 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 the old classics, to rock, to folk and Americana - which has made them so popular in the Santa Cruz area.

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Pumpkin Carving

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

Let's get that Pumpkin Carved! Our Annual Pumpkin Carving is back! Come out for a fun evening of creating a Jack O' Lantern of your own that you take home. Only $13- to participate.  You can "Buy the Bartender a Drink" and they'll clean out the pumpkin for you +$7- We also have Food and […]

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Live Music with the Billy Reese Band

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

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. Enjoy Billy and his amazing band as they rock the house!

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Live Music with Ryan Price

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

Ryan is a master Looping Artist, and so much more. Seriously, he is amazing to watch and listen to LIVE. Mixed genres of music heard through the sounds of percussive and melodic string work. A perfect addition to the atmosphere we've created for you. Please come out and enjoy a fabulous Saturday Night. Local Live […]

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Live Music with Big Bad Wolf – Halloween 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, 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 […]

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Sunday Afternoon Live Music with Ted Welty

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

Your Sunday Afternoon's just got better! We've added some Live Music for you. Enjoy a nice chill day with some talented music to ease the day. Wine. Beer. Food. Fun. We've got it all right here for you! We've got Ted Welty in the house. Have you met Ted? If you not, then you need […]

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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 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 […]

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Live Music with Rio Road – Halloween Party!

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 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 […]

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Spooktacular Halloween Soiree with Live Music by 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 (Diana Z&Jim Lewin) brings together worlds of rock, folk, reggae, pop, Americana and more, featuring Diana’s lush vocals, Jim’s intricate picking, harmonies and a wide variety of songs from various backgrounds. They play from 6-9pm […]

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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 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. […]

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Live Music with Malakai and the Love Creek Band

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

Bring their eclectic sounds doing amazing originals; Grateful Dead, Dire Straits, Bob Marley and Stevie Nicks. Enjoy their unique sound as they perform, Rock, Country, Reggae and more!

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Keep Capitola Salty – Beach & Village Clean Up

Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States

GET INVOLVED Help to preserve and maintain the coastal beauty of Capitola. Join us for a beach cleanup the first Saturday of every month at 9am at Esplanade park. Are you passionate about Capitola? Let us know! We are always looking for volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find […]

Live Music with the Joe Leonard Jazz Trio

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

Joe Leonard has an amazing posse of friends that are extremely talented musicians, all itching for a chance to play. Let's see who Joe brings with him this time.  Look no further for a great place to have some fabulous wine, food and local, live, Jazz music. A fabulous evening awaits. Music starts at 6pm […]

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Wine Bottle Succulent Workshop with Brenda Villaneuva

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

November 3rd, 3-5pm: Wine Bottle Succulent Garden Artist Brenda Villaneuva will guide you through the process. Discover the joy of creating beautiful, one-of-a-kind succulent Garden. Create for yourself or perhaps as a gift. It is the beginning of the Holiday Season, time to get crafty. Get out on a Sunday Afternoon! Enjoy great company, tasty foods and […]

$45.00

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 American hillbilly foot stomping great music.

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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 for many years. Happy Hour starts at 5 with $7- Drink and Food Specials. Music starts at 6pm We are open 12-10pm.     21 and […]

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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 classics with music from Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, Deep Purple, Queen, Grand Funk Railroad, Cheap Trick, and many more.

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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 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 […]

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Live Music With Kip Allert

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

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 Live Music is from 6-9pm Local Live Music

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Holiday Card Making Workshop with Lisa Diaz

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

November 10th: Holiday 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 creating Holiday Themed Gift Cards. Just show up, we’ve got all the tools you need. You’ll have time to make two cards. Come on […]

$30.00

Live Music with Glennie B

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

Glennie B 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. Writing and performing has always been a passion.

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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 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 […]

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