July 4th Overnight Beach Closures & Policing

Each year, the City of Capitola works to balance the festive nature of July 4th with the inherent safety challenges the holiday creates. Our police department and City volunteers once again will be on hand to keep the day safe and fun by reminding visitors and residents that alcohol is not allowed on the beach and fireworks are prohibited throughout the city.

To maximize safety and minimize enforcement issues, Capitola beaches will close overnight.

  • Police Department representatives will be stationed at Capitola Beach entrances starting at 11 a.m. with information about hours, alcohol and pyrotechnics.
  • Capitola beaches will close at 10 p.m. on July 4.
  • A DUI checkpoint will be in effect within the city limits.
  • Additional patrols will be added, especially along the cliffs and nearby neighborhoods.
  • Light poles to help illuminate beach areas will be erected along the Esplanade and Wharf.
  • Anyone caught violating the closure hours may be cited at a cost totaling more than $120.
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