FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES & EVENTS
Rent a kayak or stand-up paddle board. Take surfing lessons. Get a massage. Play beach volleyball. Grab a coffee and take a stroll on the Capitola Beach while looking for whales, dolphins or other sea life in Monterey bay. You have lots of options for both kids and adults when you are chillin’ in Capitola.
The Village is also home to a variety of popular events, including the Twilight Concerts, Capitola Art and Wine Festival, the Capitola Sip n Stroll, the famous Wharf to Wharf Race, Hot Rod and Custom Car Show and more…check out the event calendar below to make the most of your time in Capitola.
SPOTLIGHT EXPERIENCE
Where to Find Color in Capitola: The Brightest Beach Town in California
The best way to arrive in Capitola is to be ready to see color. Not pastel. Not “coastal neutrals.” Not beige-with-a-view. Color. Actual, unapologetic, mood-lifting color. Walk down Capitola Avenue and…
Where to Find Color in Capitola: The Brightest Beach Town in California
How To Arrive The best way to arrive in Capitola is to be ready to see color. Not pastel. Not "coastal neutrals." Not beige-with-a-view. Color. Actual, unapologetic, mood-lifting color. Walk down Capitola Avenue and you're hit with it immediately. Pink...
Featured Events
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Ingrid – 2 Nights of Brazilian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaIngrid is a singer, songwriter, and musician from the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Deeply connected to music since childhood, Ingrid brings a unique sound to both her original songs […]
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Ingrid – 2 Nights of Brazilian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaIngrid is a singer, songwriter, and musician from the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Deeply connected to music since childhood, Ingrid brings a unique sound to both her original songs […]
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Juicebox – R&B and Blues
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States +1 moreJuicebox is a Santa Cruz R&B and blues band that brings the funk, soul, and good times.
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Scott and Fred Rodriguez – Jazz and Bluegrass originals and covers
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaScott Cooper & Fred Rodriguez bring a spirited mix of originals and covers from jazz to bluegrass, Dylan to the Dead. Members of Rosebud, they’ve performed internationally and across California […]
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Papiba Godinho – Brazilian artist, singer, and songwriter
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaJoin Papiba Godinho - Brazilian guitarist, singer, and founder of SambaDá - for an unforgettable night of original music and classics by Jobim, Djavan, and Gilberto Gil. A capoeira master […]
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Juicebox – R&B and Blues
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States +1 moreJuicebox is a Santa Cruz R&B and blues band that brings the funk, soul, and good times.
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May 2026 Capitola Sip & Stroll
FeaturedCapitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesSip local wines while enjoying the Fabulous Boutique shops of Capitola Village. There will be approximately 30 shops throughout the Village that will be hosting various wineries from the area. […]
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Juicebox – R&B and Blues
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States +1 moreJuicebox is a Santa Cruz R&B and blues band that brings the funk, soul, and good times.
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Juicebox – R&B and Blues
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States +1 moreJuicebox is a Santa Cruz R&B and blues band that brings the funk, soul, and good times.
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Brett Fowler – 70’s, 80’s, 90’s hits
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaBrett Fowler is a singer and guitarist who has been playing in the SC county music scene for over 10 years. A versatile background musician who appeals to audiences of […]
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
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Victor Ohana Band – Hawaiian Music
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaA crowd favorite band that is 3 generations deep! Playing classic Hawaiian music as well as contemporary. Hula is a must!
