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
Hooked on Capitola Boat & Bait with Owners David and Tina
There’s something timeless about the Capitola Wharf—the sound of waves underfoot, the salty air, and the laughter of families learning to fish for the first time. At the heart of it all is Capitola Boat and Bait…
Hooked on Capitola Boat & Bait with Owners David and Tina
There’s something timeless about the Capitola Wharf—the sound of waves underfoot, the salty air, and the laughter of families learning to fish for the first time. At the heart of it all is Capitola Boat and Bait, a beloved local business where generations of visitors...
Featured Events
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2025 Capitola Plein Air Art Festival
November 2025 Capitola Sip & Stroll
Surfin’ Santa Visits Capitola 2025
Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village
Upcoming Events
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Featured2025 Capitola Plein Air Art Festival
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesWelcome to Capitola Plein Air! This November, forty professional artists will arrive in Capitola to paint the town…literally! Want to Get Involved? Join us for the 10th annual Capitola Plein […]
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November 2025 Capitola Sip & Stroll
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States** Thank you to our 2025 Sip & Stroll Sponsor De Mattei Construction ** Sip local wines while enjoying the Fabulous Boutique shops of Capitola Village. There will be approximately […]
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Small Business Saturday: Shop Small, Shop Local
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesCelebrate Small Business Saturday by shopping local in Capitola Village on November 29th (and everyday). Now more than ever, small businesses need our support. Please join SBA and the Capitola […]
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Surfin’ Santa Visits Capitola 2025
Capitola Beach Capitola, CA, United StatesHo! Ho! Ho! Santa Claus is coming to Capitola! Bring the family to welcome Santa to the shores of Capitola Beach! Santa will be riding the waves via Kayak for his […]
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Volunteer: Monthly Village Clean Up
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesLooking for a way to volunteer? Who is excited for our next beach clean up? Furry friends welcome! 🐾 Join us July 6th at 9 AM for our monthly beach […]
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Capitola Village Holiday Cookie Walk 2025
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesCapitola Village Holiday Cookie Walk Take a walk around historic Capitola Village and fill your box with delicious holiday cookies from participating stores! The Capitola Village Cookie Walk is a […]
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Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin us for a magical evening at Capitola Village on December 6th, from 6-9 PM, for "Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village." This village-wide shopping event offers a unique opportunity […]
