This Week's Highlights

Esteban Restaurant Agave Harvest Dinner

 
7/23/26
 
$155
 
Esteban Restaurant

Esteban Restaurant hosts an Agave Harvest Dinner on Thursday, July 23 at 6pm for ages 21+. Experience an unforgettable evening of spirits forged from the heritage agave plant and a four-course menu to perfectly complement each pour. Price is $155 all-inclusive - purchase here .

This celebration will include vibrant Mayahuel Aztec Dancer performances and a live blue agave harvesting demonstration by a master jimador.

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.

The Hot Spot: Now Open 7 Days a Week!

The Hot Spot Studios is now open seven days a week. Our new hours are Sun-Thu, 11am-8pm, and Fri & Sat, 11am-9pm.

Come paint pottery, paint a blank canvas, create a mosaic, make a candle, design a fairy garden, or mix some slime at 458 Alvarado Street.

Summer Art Camp: A Tabletop LEGO Minecraft Adventure Game, Ages 5–7

 
7/27/26
 
$250
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Monterey Museum of Art offers safe, creative experiences and tons of fun for children at our downtown Pacific Street location! Summer Camps are taught by professional educators, offering a wide range of skill-building and creative outlets for children ages five...

New Artists and Hours at Reflections Elegante Gallery

Reflections Elegante announces three new artists at our fine art gallery: watercolor painter Lenn Goldman, oil painter Elizabeth May, and photographer Gustavo Alejandro.

Visit us at 271 Alvarado Street and see their work. Now open Mon & Wed-Sat 11am-6pm; & Sun, 12pm-4pm.

Hidden Stewards: Documentation Photography of the Cooper-Molera Restoration by Marcia F. DeVoe

Step behind the scenes of one of Monterey’s most significant preservation projects with Hidden Stewards: Documentation Photography of the Cooper-Molera Restoration by Marcia F. DeVoe at Cooper-Molera Adobe, July 9 - September 13.

Guest curated by Megan Goodwin, this exhibition showcases the photographs of the restoration of Cooper-Molera Adobe, 1976–1985. Discover the archaeology, architecture, and the often-overlooked people whose dedication helped preserve this site for future generations.

Monterey Jazz Regional All-Stars Perform at Esteban Restaurant

 
7/21/26
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

This summer, experience live jazz on the patio of Esteban Restaurant Tuesday evenings, 5:30pm-7pm, June 2 - July 28, when the Monterey Jazz Regional All-Star ensembles take center stage.

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

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 join us for a special art reception on Thursday, July 30, at 5:30pm in the Cooper Adobe Museum and Garden Courtyard celebrating the museum's photography exhibition Hidden Stewards: Documentation Photography of the Cooper-Molera Restoration by...

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.

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.

Poetry Workshop at Old Capitol Books

 
8/8/26
 
 
Old Capitol Books

On the second Friday of every month at Old Capitol Books, join us at 7pm for a poetry writing workshop. All levels welcome. Free and open to everyone.

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!

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