Good morning! It’s July 23 โ€” here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Areas of low clouds, then sun in Capitola / Soquel

Today will see areas of low clouds early; otherwise, mostly sunny and pleasant. The high will be 77 with a low of 55. Wear your sunblock โ€” the UV index is very high (10/11).


Capitola / Soquel news

Santa Cruz County remains the nationโ€™s most expensive rental market for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring persistent challenges for local renters.

The unwanted top spot: Santa Cruz County remains most expensive rental market

The unwanted top spot: Santa Cruz County remains most expensive rental market

By Max Chun

Jul 23, 2026


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Things to do in Capitola / Soquel

Highwater Blues LIVE at Thursday Night Music!
Highwater Blues LIVE at Thursday Night Music!

Join us at Bargetto Winery in Soquel on Thursday evenings for live music and wine โ€“ 6-8 p.m., no cover charge.

At Bargetto Winery on July 23

Sister Act, The Musical
“Sister Act, The Musical”

“Sister Act” hits the stage with the force of a disco ball struck by divine inspiration. Deloris, a bold and big-hearted nightclub singer, lands …

At Cabrillo Crocker Theater on July 23
Repeats 7 more times until Aug. 2

Complementary Treatment Forum
Complementary Treatment Forum

Complementary Treatment Forum: An educational and collaborative group for women who want a safe place to learn, sort through, and share information ab…

At WomenCARE on July 25
Repeats 9 more times until April 24

Rivets & Rust
Rivets & Rust

5:30-7:30 p.m. Formed in 2022, Rivets & Rust are a Santa Cruz rock, folk, Americana band. Their music encompasses a unique variety of singer-songwriter o…

At Discretion Brewing on July 25

Pints & Plants: Sips & Stems in Santa Cruz
Pints & Plants: Sips & Stems in Santa Cruz

Pot a plant, sip a craft brew & take home something green. Pints & plants returns to Santa Cruz at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales!

At Sante Adairius Rustic Ales on July 25


No crimes to report today

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