This Week's Highlights

Reception for Youth Arts Collective's Summer Show 2026

 
7/24/26
 
Free
 
Youth Arts Collective

Youth Arts Collective invites you to the opening reception for our 2026 Summer Art Show on Friday, July 24, 6pm-9pm. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we showcase over 100 original works created by YAC's talented young artists and mentors. RSVP here.

Affogato Lattes Now at Scoops

Scoops Ice Cream Parlor introduces our Affogato Latte! It's rich espresso, creamy milk, and any flavor of ice cream...and it's pure magic.

This isn't your average coffee run, this is coffee the Scoops way. Visit us at 595 Munras Ave across from Trader Joe's. Open Mon-Thu, 1pm-10pm; Fri, 1pm-11pm; and Sat & Sun, 12pm-11pm.

Race Car Show: Monterey Classic Car Week Kick-Off 2026

 
8/7/26
 
free
 
Old Monterey

Monterey Car Week is beginning with a remarkable display of historic race cars on Alvarado Street on Friday, August 7, 5pm-7pm! Come on down, see the cars up close, and meet the drivers. This is a family-friendly event.

Summer Art Camp: A Tabletop LEGO Minecraft Survival Game, Ages 7–12

 
7/27/26
 
$250
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Kids age 7-12, get ready to build and battle at Monterey Art Museum! This Minecraft-themed summer camp runs July 27-31, 1pm-4pm daily. Fee is $250 per child. Register here.

Campers will explore a LEGO® world filled with challenges, mobs, and surprises. They'll gather resources, design strong bases, and work together to protect their biomes.

Monterey Jazz Regional All-Stars Perform at Esteban Restaurant

 
7/28/26
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

June 28 is the last night of the summer to experience live jazz on the patio of Esteban Restaurant, 5:30pm-7pm, with the Monterey Jazz Regional All-Star ensembles.

Enjoy an extraordinary performance by talented student musicians representing the best of Monterey County. Reservations required - call 831-375-0176.

Wine from Story of Soil Now Available at Sovino

Sovino Wine and Beer Bar is now pouring a deliciously complex Syrah from Story of Soil. This organic wine from winemaker Jessica Gasca embodies her passion for small-batch, high quality wines.

One of the few Latina winemakers in California, Gasca is a strong advocate for farm workers and female entrepreneurs. Visit us at 241 Alvarado Street, enjoy this wine, and help us support a fellow female business owner.

Reception for "Hidden Stewards" Photography Exhibit at Cooper-Molera

 
7/30/26
 
Free
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Cooper-Molera Adobe invites you to an art reception on Thursday, July 30, at 5:30pm in our museum and garden courtyard celebrating the our new photography exhibition, Hidden Stewards: Documentation Photography of the Cooper-Molera Restoration by Marcia F. DeVoe , open July 9 - September 13.

Meet Guest Curator Megan Goodwin and celebrate the remarkable legacy of Marcia F. DeVoe and the hidden stewards who shaped Monterey's history.

Rick Chelew at Albatross Ridge

 
7/31/26
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents guitarist and singer Rick Chelew . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Landing Trio at Albatross Ridge

 
8/1/26
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the Landing Trio featuring Keith Rayburn, Eliza James, and Rick Chelew. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

Pub Run with Fleet Feet and Out of the Barrel

 
7/27/26
 
 
Out of the Barrel Beer Garden

Fleet Feet Monterey hosts a Pub Run every Monday at 6pm. We'll begin and end at Out of the Barrel's beer garden (formerly Fieldwork Brewing). All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

Sip, Shop, Social Run at Fleet Feet Monterey

 
8/8/26
 
Free
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Fleet Feet Monterey is teaming up with Sisters Run Club for a morning of miles, coffee, community, and exclusive shopping at Fleet Feet on Saturday, August 8. We'll meet at 8am at Fleet Feet. The run starts at 8:30am. ...

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