Good morning! It’s July 16 โ€” here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Mostly sunny and nice in Capitola / Soquel

Today will be mostly sunny and nice. The high will be 77 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock โ€” the UV index is extreme (11/11).


Top news from nearby

Santa Cruz aims to relocate part of West Cliff Drive inland in 2027 to combat coastal erosion, improve safety, and maintain access; permitting and land acquisition are in progress.

City of Santa Cruz eyes 2027 construction for partial West Cliff Drive roadway, path relocation

City of Santa Cruz eyes 2027 construction for partial West Cliff Drive roadway, path relocation

By Max Chun

Jul 16, 2026


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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel

Iona Fyfe Concert
Iona Fyfe Concert

Iona Fyfe, one of Scotlandโ€™s finest singers, is rooted deeply in the singing traditions of the North East of Scotland.

At Ugly Mug CoffeeHouse on July 16

3rd Thurs w/ Skippy & Devil's Friends
3rd Thursday w/ Skippy & Devil’s Friends

5:30-7:30 p.m. Jonathan (Skippy) Sherred (bass guitar, vocals) of Medicine Road returns to the Discretion beer garden with band Devil’s Friends.

At Discretion Brewing on July 16

The 10 O'Clock Lunch Band LIVE at Thursday Night Music!
The 10 O’Clock Lunch Band LIVE at Thursday Night Music!

Join us at Bargetto Winery in Soquel on Thursday evenings for live music and wine! 6-8 p.m. No cover charge. Wine by the glass for purchase.

At Bargetto Winery on July 16

Illuminated Sound Bath: An Energy-Infused Sound Bath
Illuminated Sound Bath: An Energy-Infused Sound Bath

Bask in the soothing alchemy of sound and light.

At Breath + Oneness on July 16


No crimes to report today

We checked with local police and there were no new incidents to report.