SAND, SURF, MUSIC & FESTIVALS
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 year-round, including the 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.
Featured Events
Featured
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Spun
UCSC Graduation Weekend
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Dolce
Upcoming Events
Live Music with Chicago Bill and the Next Blues Band
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Live Music with Jefferson’s Revival
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJefferson's Revival Creedence Tribute band plays CCR and John Fogerty hits that sound just like the real thing. Jefferson Franklin Hancock, guitar and vocals, Doug Wilmerton on drums and David […]
Live Music with the Vinny Johnson Blues Band – The Cork Turns 7!
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesCelebrate Cork's 7th Anniversary! 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 […]
Live Music with B-Movie Kings
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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!
Live Music with the Music Makers Series
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesMusic Makers - Telling Stories Through Songs. Super excited to present: MUSIC MAKERS - telling stories through songs. This is a "singer/songwriter" in the round event - come listen to […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Live Music with Billy Reese
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesA long time 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 […]
Live Music with Ken Kraft and Randy Jones
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesEnjoy an evening of music with local singer songwriter favorites Randy Jones & Ken Kraft.
Live Music with Nomad
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesDave “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 […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Live Music with the Ukulele Club
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Live Music with Big Bad Wolf – Krazy George’s Birthday Party!
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesHailing 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, […]
May 2024 Capitola Sip & Stroll
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesEnjoy sipping local wines and beers while strolling through our charming shops and boutiques in Capitola by the Sea. Pre-registration is $45 and includes: – Capitola Village Sip & Stroll […]
Live Music with Chicago Bill and the Next Blues Band
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Live Music with John Michael – Sinatra for Mother’s Day
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesBorn 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 […]
Live Music with the Music Makers Songwriters Series
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesCork & Fork is super excited to present: MUSIC MAKERS - telling stores through songs. This is a "singer/songwriter" in the round event - come listen to 3 amazing local […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Live Music with the Johnny G and Friends
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesRock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues! Join Johnny and his amazing friends for an evening of fun music!
Live Music with The Messiahs
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesAn offshoot of Santa Cruz's iconic rock band Snail, the Messiah's original melodies and hot guitar riff; Ken Kraft, Craig Owens and Bob O'Neill are the Messiahs. They play acoustic […]
Live Music with Leroy and Friends
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesLeroy and Friend's will feature a variety of rock, blues, country and Americana music. Featuring my friends including Rick Browning, Trish Pate, Terry Eads, Fuzzy John Oxendine and Keith Wood. […]
Live Music with Schoolcraft and Murray
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesSchoolcraft and Murray make acoustic music brimming with groove, harmony and wit. Their groove makes you move, their harmony makes you feel, and their wit makes you think. (If thinking […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Live Music with 7th Wave
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United States7th 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 […]
Live Music with the Beach Cowboys
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesSammy Roye formed the Santa Cruz Beach Cowboys in 1998. They are a great bluesy Rock & Roll band; super vocals, fabulous horns, and musicianship. Sammy's first lesson was with […]
Live Music with the Vinny Johnson Blues Band
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesVinny 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 […]
Live Music with B-Movie Kings
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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!
Live Music with JAde and Special Guest Patti Maxine
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJudy Appleby Tracy and Deenie Rose bring their sweet voices and wonderful covers for your listening pleasure! Lap steel virtuoso and vocal stylist, Patti Maxine has become a household word […]
Live Music with Billy Reese
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesA long time 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 […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Live Music with the Ukulele Club
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Live Music with Rio Road
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesRio 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 […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
2024 Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States17th Annual Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show Hosted by the Capitola Public Safety & Community Service Foundation Featuring over 280 Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Coupes, Roadsters, Customs and […]
Anniversary Book Party for MOVE TODAY 365
Mr. Toot's 231 Esplanade #100, Capitola, United StatesCan you believe it's been one year since Today launched? Celebrate with Russ Rogers at Mr. Toot's Capitola with Wine & Cheese. You can get a signed Hardback Anniversary Special […]
Live Music with Chicago Bill and the Next Blues Band
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe 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 […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Spun
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Funcky Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
UCSC Graduation Weekend
UC Santa Cruz 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate your UCSC grad with a stay in beautiful Capitola Village, just 20 minutes from the UCSC campus. After graduation festivities, treat the family to an amazing weekend shopping and […]
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Pacific Roots
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Reggae Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Live Music with the Johnny G and Friends
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesRock, Country, Americana, Tex-Mex, Blues! Join Johnny and his amazing friends for an evening of fun music!
Open Mic
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing talent!
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Ribsy’s Nickel
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Rock / Reggae) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Dirty Cello
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Blues & Rock) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Mike Hammar and The Nails
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Contemporary Blues) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Extra Large
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Original Pop) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Joint Chiefs
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(R&B, Funk, Soul and Blues) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Dolce
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Old School, R&B, Soul, American Roots) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Space Heater
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Funk/Dance/Jam) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at the […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – The Inciters Band
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(60's Style Original Soul) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Cowboys After Dark
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Classic Rock, Funk) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic […]
Capitola 10K/6K
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesWelcome to the Capitola 10k, a 6.2-mile and 3.8 mile run/walk that starting in the heart of Capitola Village. The scenic route takes participants through vibrant Pleasure Point and along […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Alex Lucero
Capitola Village Esplanade Park Bandstand 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA, United States(Soul, Americana) Bring chairs, jackets and the family to enjoy live music and the sunset! Visit our local restaurants and pick up dinner to go and enjoy a picnic at […]