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 Morris & Tina Morris-Williams
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 Morris & Tina Morris-Williams
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
Featured
2025 Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza
Women on Waves 2025
2025 Capitola Village Halloween Parade
Capitola Wharf: Watch the Sea Witches
2025 Capitola Plein Air Art Festival
November 2025 Capitola Sip & Stroll
Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village
Upcoming Events
Witchy Night – Layered Wood Paint Party
Cocoa Vino 312 Capitola Avenue, CapitolaEnter if you dare, for a night of crimson drinks and eternal fun. The darkness calls….will you answer?
2025 Monte Foundation Fireworks Extravaganza
Capitola Beach Capitola, CA, United StatesOur 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 […]
Women on Waves 2025
Capitola Beach Capitola, CA, United StatesWelcome to Women On Waves Contest! Our theme this year is: SEA HER IMAGE S- Support E- Encourage A- Admire Our focus is on building a safe and uplifting community […]
2025 Capitola Village Halloween Parade
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesCalling 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 […]
Capitola Wharf: Watch the Sea Witches
Capitola Wharf 1400 Wharf Road, Capitola, United StatesEvery year on Halloween, dozens of women dress up as witches and glide along Monterey Bay on stand-up-paddleboards. In silhouette, their paddles look like brooms as they magically glide along […]
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 […]
2025 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 […]
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 […]
Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin us for a magical evening at Capitola Village on December 5th, from 6-9 PM, for "Late Night Shopping in Capitola Village." This village-wide shopping event offers a unique opportunity […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]