Capitola by the Sea in Santa Cruz County near the city of Santa Cruz offers many fun events that tourists can enjoy throughout the year. Hotel rooms may sell out so you should make plans early if you hope to attend and stay in the seaside city. Capitolachamber.com posts updates. See events for more California cities

Capitola Begonia Festival

Labor Day Weekend 60th Annual Capitola Begonia Festival
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Capitola Art & Wine Festival September 14 & 15, 2013 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

10AM - 6PM
Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival

Admission FREE! Over 150 fine artists, 20 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries, gourmet food, children's art area, entertainment all day both days and so much more! All in the beautiful, beach-side setting of Capitola Village-by-the-Sea. Call the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce for more information 831.475.6522. Save the Date: Admission free! "Art & Wine" hand colored linocut 2012 by Liz Lyons FriedmanA fun weekend for the whole family! The Capitola Art & Wine Festival combines Art, Wine, Music & Food all in charming Capitola Village overlooking the beautiful Monterey Bay. Over 150 fine artists and 21 wineries will participate in this year's Festival. A Children's Art Area with ongoing craft projects is conveniently located in the center of the Festival on Lawn Way. 2012 poster artist: Liz Lyons Friedman Enjoy great entertainment all weekend including local dance and performing arts groups, street performers and live music.

Oct 30 2PM Capitola Village Children's Halloween Parade
More info call Capitola-Soquel Chamber (831)475-6522

Nov 24, 2012 Surfin' Santa

12PM Surfin' Santa
On the beach in Capitola Village
More info call Capitola-Soquel Chamber (831)475-6522

Easter Egg Hunt

11AM Sharp! Capitola Village Easter Egg Hunt
On the beach in front of the Capitola Venetian Hotel
Capitola-Soquel Chamber (831)475-6522