Past Nautical Themes
they generously donate the Begonia Blossoms!
Beautiful Flower Carpet!
2012 Schedule of Events

Friday August 31st 2012              Free Shuttle runs from 10 am - 8 pm!
Let's Dance! Review
Come enjoy dance reviews performed by local talent!

sponsored in 2011 by Marie Callender's
Saturday September 1st 2012           Free Shuttle runs from 10 am - 8 pm!
Thanks to Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria for sponsoring those who will help with picking the begonia blossoms in 2011!
Float Construction Viewing-  all day until 10 pm
Stroll along the banks of Soquel Creek and watch
as the floats begin to take shape.
Sand Sculpture Contest  8:00 to Noon at Capitola Beach
Registration begins on the beach at 8:00 AM. 
Guidelines and info for the event are available to view and download here.
sponsored in 2011 by Zelda's
Budding Artists Event    9:00 to Noon at the Esplanade
View the work of local student artists!
sponsored in 2011 by Paradise Beach Grille
Concert in the Park  4 PM - 6 PM
sponsored in 2011 by Granite Construction
MEET THE ARTIST  
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Pacific Gallery Framing
321 Capitola Avenue  .  Capitola Village  .  831.476.3588
Light refreshments will be served

Saturday Movie Night at the Beach  -  Begins at dusk.
Bring the family, a picnic dinner, chairs, blankets and we'll provide the popcorn!
sponsored in 2011 by Green Waste Recovery

Sunday September 2nd 2011           Free Shuttle runs from 10 am - 8 pm!
Horseshoes on the Sand  8:00 AM - Finish Capitola Beach in front of the Venetian Hotel
Teams will be chosen by drawing names from a hat. 
Participants must pre-register beforehand. Fill out an online form or call 475.6522 for information.

sponsored in 2011 by Union Bank of California
Float Construction Viewing
Take another stroll along the banks of Soquel Creek
in the morning, and watch as the floats get their
finishing touches.
Chalk Art on the Seawall  9:00 AM - Noon
Sign in at Esplanade Park Open to children of all ages.  Create your own masterpiece atop the seawall on the Esplanade for all to enjoy!  Art chalk provided to all participants.
sponsored in 2011 by Capitola Hotel
Begonias to go, Head to Toe! 10:00 AM - Noon In Esplanade Park 
Become a part of the Festival!  Create and design a festive hat for the occasion!  Bring your own hat; we'll provide the begonias. Hosted by the Capitola Museum
sponsored in 2011 by Bay Federal Credit Union
60th Annual Nautical Parade 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Begonia covered barges float down Soquel Creek to the Lagoon. Great views from the Stockton Bridge, Cliff Avenue and Wharf Road. ADA seating available, click here for map or call 475.6522 for information.
sponsored in 2011 by GRAND BENEFACTOR McDonald's, City of Capitola, Devcon, Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria and New Leaf Community Market
Concert in the Park  4 PM - 6PM
sponsored in 2011 by
Hunter Hill Vineyard & Winery / Slatter Construction Inc

Monday September 3rd 2012            Free Shuttle runs from 10 am - 8 pm!
Fishing Derby 6:00 AM - Noon
On the Capitola Wharf
Registration begins at 6AM at the end of the Wharf. Open to all ages. Final Tally begins at 11 AM.
sponsored in 2011 by
Capitola Self Storage

Children's Art Event  11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
in Esplanade Park

Children of all ages are welcome to come and create a memory to take home.
sponsored in 2011 by the Capitola Foundation

Rowboat Races beginning at 1 PM
Soquel Creek - We supply the boats!

Registration at the pathway by the Stockton Bridge from noon until 1 PM.
sponsored in 2011 by Stockton Bridge Grille