Fish on the Wharf. Rent a boat, 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 Wharf 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 There are many special events each year 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
Capitola Rod & Custom Classic Car Show
Sunday Art at Capitola Beach
Upcoming Events
Capitola Rod & Custom Classic Car Show
Capitola Village Capitola, CA15th Annual Capitola Rod and Custom Classic Car Show, hosted by the Capitola Public Safety & Community Service Foundation Watch these classic beauties cruise the coastline on Saturday morning from […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Sasha’s Money
Capitola Village Capitola, CA(Cover & Dance) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Extra Large
(Original Funky Fun) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Sunday Art at Capitola Beach
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across three Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – John Michael Band
(Classic Rock) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Mike Hammar & The Nails
(Contemporary Blues) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Sunday Art at Capitola Beach
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across three Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – The Joint Chiefs Band
(R&B, Funk & Soul) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Live Again
(Soul & Americana) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Wharf to Wharf Race – Santa Cruz to Capitola
Capitola Village Capitola, CASTART TIME: 8:30am (sharp!) The Wharf to Wharf Race starts at the Santa Cruz Wharf (Beach St. & Cliff St.) near the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and finishes at the […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Santa Cruz Latin Collective
(Salsa & Latin) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Sunday Art at Capitola Beach
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across three Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase […]
Twilight Concert – Billy Martini Show
(Dance Hits of the 70's) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Jive Machine
(Funk, Dance & Rock) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Sunday Art at Capitola Beach
Enjoy an afternoon in Capitola at the Sunday Art at the Beach event taking place across three Sundays this summer at Esplanade Park overlooking the Monterey Bay. View and purchase […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – Dirty Cello
(Blues & Rock) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – B-Movie Kings
(Rock & Dance) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Movie at Capitola Beach – Jungle Cruise
FREE MOVIES near CAPITOLA BEACH!! Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. (or dusk). All movies are shown on the bandstand stage in Esplanade Park. Bring a picnic dinner or dine locally […]
Capitola Beach Twilight Concert – The Digbeats
(Rock & Dance) All concerts begin at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, and take place at the Esplanade bandstand.
Movies at Capitola Beach – Sing 2
FREE MOVIES near CAPITOLA BEACH!! Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. (or dusk). All movies are shown on the bandstand stage in Esplanade Park. Bring a picnic dinner or dine locally […]
Capitola Art & Wine Festival
A fun weekend for the whole family! The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines Art, Wine, Music and Food, all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the Monterey Bay. Summer’s last […]
Capitola Beach Festival
Join us again this summer for the Capitola Beach Festival! We are planning all the same events that have been so popular in past years: Saturday, Sept 24: Little Wharf 3-Miler […]