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The theme of this year's festival is CELEBRATE THE GOOD TIMES: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE Mark your Calendars! Dates have been announced for the 2024 Beach Festival--the last full weekend in September, Saturday the 28th and Sunday the 29th. With the Wharf Re-opening soon, we are hoping to hold the Fishing Derby event again. The […]
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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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Paint & Sip with Shanna Kuempel. Subject: May Flowers - Shanna will guide you through the process to make a unique painting. All supplies are provided to create your masterpiece. All we need is you. Head on over to our website to make your reservation. Enjoy great company, tasty foods and a fabulous selection of […]
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Born in Dublin, Ireland, John Michael has performed since the age of four at many venues and festivals from California to Ireland. He is an extremely versatile vocalist and performer of many genres and styles of music including rock, R&B, blues, funk, Celtic, Sinatra and Opera.
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Malakai and the band 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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The Mermaid Tri & Du Capitola is one of the best all women triathlons on the West Coast. The event features an ocean swim in the sheltered waters near the Capitola Wharf, a relatively flat bike course, followed by a run on the ocean bluff overlooking Capitola Village. All participants receive a stylish women's cut […]
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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 guys are tight!
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We're a fun to watch, fun to listen to dance band with a sense of humor. We're all about the groove and the songs we love to share. |
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Join us for a fun-filled Sunday on October 6th from 12-5pm! Enjoy an afternoon of live music from The 10 O'Clock Lunch Band*, delicious bites from Tacos el Jesse, Evil Wings, and Capitola Candy Company, and refreshing drinks at our beer garden sponsored by the Santa Cruz Animal Shelter Foundation. Beer provided by Sante Adairius […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Our new format,” Said Marc Monte, “is working great! No selling tickets, no booths or vendors, no outside entertainment, Just fireworks for everyone to enjoy!” Capitola Village is the center of restaurants and other visitor-serving businesses. Some of these businesses are voluntarily donating a portion of their sales for the day of the Fireworks Extravaganza […]
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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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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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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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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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Welcome to Women On Waves Contest! This year we AIM TO CELEBRATE the unique and special magic that happens when we feel seen. OUR THEME THIS YEAR IS I SEA YOU: I S- Support E- Encourage A- Admire Y O U I.SEA.YOU is about women and girls coming together, supporting, uplifting, cheering, and learning from […]
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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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Attention all First Responders! Retired and current. Registration for the second annual First Responder Surf Contest is now open. We’re hosting a two division contest with 1st, 2nd and 3rd places prizes. Contact: FirstResponderSurfSCC@gmail.com for registration. We’ll see you out there!
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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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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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JOIN THE FUN! Welcome to Capitola Plein Air! This November, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town…literally! ARTISTS - APPLY HERE BY AUGUST 1! Join us for the 9th annual Capitola Plein Air ! New Brighton Middle School Auditorium Artists set up their easels on the wharf, shore, and streets of beautiful […] |
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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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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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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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Veteran Surf Alliance is a Santa Cruz based nonprofit that creates fellowship and community among veterans through surfing, easing the transition between military service and civilian living. We accomplish this by teaching, coaching and mentoring veterans to surf and be respected members of their communities, providing access to surfboards, vital equipment, routine surf meetups and […]
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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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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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Calling all ghosts, goblins, boys and ghouls...join us for the annual Capitola Village Halloween Parade! Parade will be led by a Central Fire Engine with music from the Soquel High Senior Band. Line up begins at 1:30pm in the lower Beach & Village Parking Lot 2 behind the Capitola Police Department. Parade begins promptly at […]
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 […]
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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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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!
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