The Monterey PeninsulaNever Stops

Monterey Symphony 2026-2027 Season

Opening performance of the Monterey Symphony's 2026-2027 season at the Sunset Center.

Monterey Bay F.C. vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

Walk to End Alzheimer's

A community charity walk beginning at Custom House Plaza and continuing along the Monterey recreation trail to raise funds for Alzheimer's care and research.

Monterey Bay F.C. vs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

Alisal Farmers Market

A local farmers market featuring fresh produce and community vendors in Salinas.

Monterey County Farm Bureau Golf Tournament

Annual golf tournament hosted by the Monterey County Farm Bureau at Bayonet & Black Horse.

Blippi The Musical

A live musical performance for families at the Golden State Theatre.

Trick or Treating in Downtown Pacific Grove

Community trick-or-treating event in downtown Pacific Grove.

Annual Pumpkin Roll

A fun community event where pumpkins are rolled down Ocean Avenue.

11th Annual Pumpkin Roll

A festive community event involving rolling pumpkins down the street.

Monterey Bay FC vs. Las Vegas Lights FC

Sunset Center Centennial Community Celebration

A free community celebration marking the 100th anniversary of the Sunset Center building.

Sunset Center Launches “Century of Creativity”

A free community celebration marking the 100th anniversary of the original 1926 building.

Carmel-by-the-Sea 110th Anniversary Parade

A celebratory parade featuring floats and performers to mark the 110th anniversary of the incorporation of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

Halloween at the Wharf

A free family-friendly Halloween celebration at Old Fisherman's Wharf.

Halloween on the Wharf

Free trick-or-treat event for all ages at Old Fisherman's Wharf.

Carmel-by-the-Sea Birthday Party and Parade

Celebration of Carmel-by-the-Sea's 110th anniversary with a parade.

Halloween on the Wharf: Trick or Treat By the Bay

A free family-friendly Halloween event at Old Fisherman's Wharf with trick-or-treating.

Big Sur Food & Wine

A celebration of world-class cuisine and wine along the California coast.

Salinas Farm Day

Third-grade students learn how their food is produced, experience animals first-hand, and gain an understanding about food safety through interactive exhibits.

Big Sur Food & Wine Festival

A multi-day celebration featuring acclaimed chefs, renowned winemakers, and artisanal producers with tastings and culinary experiences.

Maxwell Quartet – Chamber Music

Chamber music performance at the Sunset Center.

Monterey Bay Aquarium's Ocean in Motion / La Danza del Mar

A new bilingual exhibition featuring an expanded African penguin habitat, big-bellied seahorses, and colorful coral reefs.

Maxwell Quartet – Chamber Music Monterey Bay

A chamber music performance by the Maxwell Quartet presented by Chamber Music Monterey Bay.

Monterey Bay Half Marathon

An out-and-back half marathon course starting in downtown Monterey and running along Cannery Row and Pacific Grove.

Monterey Bay Half Marathon

A scenic half marathon race taking place along the coast in Pacific Grove.

Annual Veterans Day Ceremony

A formal ceremony to honor veterans.

Alisal Farmers Market

A local farmers market featuring fresh produce and community vendors in Salinas.

PacRep presents Come From Away

A theatrical production of the musical Come From Away presented by Pacific Repertory Theatre.

55th Homecrafters’ Marketplace

A marketplace featuring local homecrafters and artisans.

Marina Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration

A community holiday tradition held at Vince DiMaggio Park.

Christmas on the Wharf

Holiday celebration featuring musical entertainment, caroling, and festive lights.

Annual Holiday Celebration

A community holiday celebration.

An Evening with Squirrel Nut Zippers: Christmas Caravan 2026

A holiday-themed musical performance by the Squirrel Nut Zippers.

Chamber Music Monterey Bay: Miró Quartet

A classical chamber music performance featuring the Miró Quartet.

Lighted Boat Parade – Winter Release Party

A seasonal celebration featuring wine tasting and the annual lighted boat parade.

Brighten the Harbor Lighted Boat Parade

A festive lighted boat parade in the Monterey Harbor.

Zoppe Family Circus

The Zoppe Family Circus returns to the Monterey Fairgrounds for a live performance.

Alisal Farmers Market

A local farmers market featuring fresh produce and community vendors in Salinas.