Special Event Permit Information and Application

A wide variety of special events and activities have chosen to make Capitola their home due to the moderate year-round weather and event-friendly atmosphere. Annual events in Capitola include the Art and Wine Festival, Movies on the Beach,  Halloween Parade, Mermaid Triathlon and Duathlon, and Capitola Rod & Custom Classic Car Show to name a few. Each of these events helps to contribute to the distinct atmosphere found only in the City of Capitola.

The application is available at: https://portal.laserfiche.com/p0099/forms/specialevents.

Please ensure the application is completed in full before submitting. Once received, a member of our Special Events team will review your request and contact you to schedule an interview with an Events Coordinator. During this meeting, relevant site-specific and logistical matters will be discussed to facilitate the progression of your event request.

While this application was designed collaboratively by multiple public agencies to be as streamlined and comprehensive as possible, please note that additional permits or approvals from federal, state, or county agencies may still be required, depending on the nature of your event.

On behalf of the City of Capitola, thank you for contributing to the spirit and vitality of our community. We wish you every success with your event—and invite you to fully experience all that the City of Capitola has to offer.