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
The 5 Best Places in Capitola for a Perfect Evening View
Capitola Village is one of those special places where the magic of the day lingers long after the sun dips below the horizon. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, watching the sunset in Capitola is an experience that stays with you.

The 5 Best Places in Capitola for a Perfect Evening View
Never waste any amount of time doing anything important when there is a sunset outside that you should be sitting under. Capitola Village is one of those special places where the magic of the day lingers long after the sun dips below the horizon. Whether you’re a...
Featured Events
Upcoming Events
Live 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 local 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 […]
Valentines Day Illuminated Date Night
Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesCelebrate Valentine’s Day with us as we create an enchanting oasis of love and warmth, illuminated by the glow of a hundred candles. Special Musical Guests, Poi Rogers will be […]
Live Music with Karin Phoenix – Valentine’s Day Show
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesSince 1976, Karin Phoenix has been a hometown favorite in Santa Cruz, arriving from Saint Louis, Missouri. “Phoenix Rising”, her local band, showcases her versatile styles of music. Her pleasing […]
Live Music with Buddy Beach Trio
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesImagine... a singing surfer and a professional cellist and a sailor with a ukulele, meeting in Capitola, to discover together they could blend their styles to produce a beautiful sound […]
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, Fuzzy John Oxendine, Keith Wood and Luna featuring; Lorraine Krilanovich […]
Live Music with Blue Lightening
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJohnny 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 […]
Live 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 local talent!
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 […]
Thirsty Thursday Trivia
Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesEvery First and Third Thursday of the month we host trivia. Game starts at 6:30. Play one, two or all three rounds. Winners for each round and overall. Not always […]
Live Music with Glennie B and The Lake Eagles
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesGlennie B has been playing, writing & recording music since he was about seven years old. Over the years he has performed with numerous bands up and down the California […]
Live Music with Honey Moon Three
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJerry Flores, Susan Sampson and Mark Hull enjoy the creative flow of their voices, musical tastes, and friendships into the Honey Moon Three’s blend of classic and modern acoustic based […]
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 […]
Surfer’s Path 10K/5K
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United StatesThe Surfer’s Path event offers both a 10k and 5k race, providing participants with an opportunity to engage in a scenic run or walk along the captivating coastline. The starting […]
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 – Open Mic!
Cork & Fork Capitola 312 Capitola Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin the fun, local musicians for an evening of musical surprises and amazing local talent!
Saturday Night Live Music with Ted Welty
Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola, CA, United StatesYour Saturday Night just got better! We've added Live Music for you from Ted Welty. Enjoy a nice chill evening with some talented music with great company. Wine. Beer. Food. […]
Surfer’s Path 1/2 Marathon – Santa Cruz to Capitola Village & back
Santa Cruz Boardwalk to Capitola Wharf Santa Cruz Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesWelcome to the Surfers Path Half Marathon, an exhilarating 13.1-mile journey from Santa Cruz to Capitola and back. Commencing at the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the event embarks on […]
May 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 […]
VDUBs in the Village
Capitola Village Esplanade, Capitola, CA, United States“VDUBs in the Village”, an air-cooled VW event taking place in the Capitola Villiage. Capitola Village is a small seaside village that is located steps from the sand in Capitola, […]