43nd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival
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43nd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival
43nd Annual Capitola Art & Wine Festival
September 12 & 13, 2026
Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Admission free!
For full Festival details visit:
www.capitolaartandwine.com
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 hurrah, and truly a weekend in paradise!
Stroll the Festival and admire the talent of over 125 fine artists while sipping exceptional wines from 23 Santa Cruz Mountain wineries.
The 2026 artist application period is open! Please go here to apply. Deadline to apply is May 1st, 2026.
The 2025 poster artwork is by local artist, Cristina Sayers.
2026 Entertainment Schedule
Wineries
Let the Wine Tasting Begin!
Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah…whatever your pleasure, you can sip and stroll your way through the Festival. Peruse beautiful works of art and listen to great music while enjoying the exceptional wines of the Santa Cruz Mountains. With 21 exceptional wineries in one location, deciding which to taste is your only challenge.
Purchase a 2026 Festival Glass ($20) from one of the six Glass & Token Booths conveniently located throughout the Festival. Must be 21+ years of age to purchase glass, tokens, and to wine taste.
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For more information contact the Capitola-Soquel Chamber of Commerce.
Email capcham@capitolachamber.com or call 831.475-6522.