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ATTRACTIONS AT QUALITY INN & SUITES CAPITOLA BY THE SEA


LOCAL EVENTS

 

Capitola Begonia Festival

Held every Labor Day weekend, Capitola Begonia Festival in Santa Cruz is a sight for sore eyes. The four-day affair, in the quaint town of Capitola, welcomes hundreds of floats covered with begonias, a parade, concerts, movies and various competitions.


Capitola Art & Wine Festival

The beautiful beach-side city of Capitola in Santa Cruz hosts the Capitola Art & Wine Festival. The two-day event welcomes over 150 artists and 17 wineries, and includes gourmet food stalls, arts and crafts, live entertainment and a children's area.


Wharf to wharf Race

Thousands of runners competes annually in wharf to wharf Race, in month of july. Race start at the Santa cruz wharf, head south with views of Monterey Bay and cross the finish line at the Capitola Wharf. The event is known as "the best little road race in California," featuring 45 bands and loads of spectators along a scenic six-mile route.