Events Calendar: 2019-08-01

For upcoming conferences happening in Old Monterey, please see the Conference Calendar.

Opening Reception for YAC Summer Art Show 2019

 
8/2/19
 
free
 
Youth Arts Collective

Join Youth Arts Collective for the opening night of our annual Summer Art Show on! Don't miss a fabulous exhibit of all new YACster work. Can't join us Friday? The show runs through October at YAC.

Grove Acre Performs at Puma Road

 
8/2/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Tastings and Tunes ! On Friday, August 2, 6pm-8pm, we'll feature local band Grove Acre . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

The Lang Street Band at Cibo Restaurant

 
8/2/19
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Restaurant invites you to join us for a night of live music featuring the Lang Street Band, 9pm-12:30am. Lang Street is a group of experienced musicians who truly enjoy each other's talents and spirit; when performing,...

Lopez Presents Los Dareyes de la Sierra

 
8/2/19
 
 
Lopez Restaurante y Cantina

Lopez Restaurante y Cantina presents an evening of live music featuring the popular norteño group hailing all the way from Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, Los Dareyes de la Sierra! Doors open at 9:30pm. Ages 21 and over only. Purchase advance...

The Global Big Latch On at MY Museum

 
8/3/19
 
free
 
Monterey County Youth Museum

Breastfeeding moms and their babies are invited to MY Museum for the Global Big Latch On. Be part of an intl. event to break the world record for simultaneous breastfeeding and enjoy a raffle and panel discussion after. Please register online in advance.

22nd Annual Turkish Arts and Culture Festival 2019

 
8/3 - 8/4
 
free
 
Custom House Plaza

All are welcome to the 22nd Annual Turkish Arts and Culture Festival for a weekend of free family fun, August 3 and 4, 11am-7pm, at Custom House Plaza. We'll have live music and folk dancing performances, Turkish food and drinks, and special activities for children.

Multi-day event ending on Sun Aug 04, 2019

Paint with The Dali Expo

 
8/3/19
 
$35/$30
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

Join The Dali Expo for a monthly painting workshop presented by local artists, 4-6pm. The price is $35 per person ($5 discount for Dali Expo members). Supplies provided include a canvas, painting supplies, and museum admission.

Monterey Police: Public Safety Night 2019

 
8/3/19
 
free
 
Colton Hall Lawn

The Monterey Police Department is hosting a Public Safety Night! Everyone is invited to join your neighbors and public safety staff for a free BBQ with hot dogs, chips, and drinks plus bounce houses and lawn games. It's fun for the whole family!

VYBE at Cibo Restaurant

 
8/3/19
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Restaurant invites you to join us for a night of live rock music featuring VYBE , 9pm-12:30am.

VYBE is a collaboration of talented, seasoned musicians who came together in early 2010 and have become...

Steve Ryan at Puma Road

 
8/4/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Steve Ryan on Sunday, August 4, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market

 
8/6/19
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market takes place rain or shine every Tuesday. Strolling along the three and a half blocks of Alvarado Street, you can find organic produce, fresh flowers, international food and pastries, arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, and clothing.

Play Wine Bingo at Sovino Wine Bar

 
8/6/19
 
$5
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Come to Sovino to play Wine Bingo! Really, it's everything you like about Bingo, with wine and Sovino vocabulary associated with the numbers. Come and learn a little, play a little, drink a little. There shall be prizes!

IT Tech Talk (Free Help Understanding Tech)

 
8/7/19
 
free
 
I Will Repair - Monterey

Having problems with your computer or cellphone? Whether it's hardware or software related, please feel free to drop in and pick my brain for free between the hours of 1pm and 2pm on Wednesdays every week. I won't have any set curriculum or structured topics, but I will aim to empower the community.

Max and Bronwyn at Puma Road

 
8/7/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Max and Bronwyn on Wednesday, August 7, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local...

Local Honey Tastings at The Joseph Boston Store

 
8/9 - 8/10
 
 
Joseph Boston Store

In partnership with Monterey Bay Food Tours, The Joseph Boston Store will be offering tastings of local honey from The Honey Ladies 11am-3pm on August 9, 10, 17, and 23.

All proceeds from sales of honey and candles by The Honey Ladies at The Boston Store will go to the fundraiser for Honey Ladies owners Wendy and Francisco, who were badly injured in the shooting at the Gilroy Garlic Festival.

Multi-day event ending on Sat Aug 10, 2019

Monterey Car Week Kick-Off 2019

 
8/9/19
 
free
 
Old Monterey

Monterey Car Week kicks off with a remarkable display of historic race cars on Alvarado Street! Come meet the drivers of these beautiful examples of racing history while enjoying great music and giveaways at this family-friendly event.

Classic Car Week Driver Reception at Cibo

 
8/9/19
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Ristorante Italiano is hosting a special Classic Car Week Driver Reception on Friday, August 9, 5pm-7pm. Come meet some of the drivers on our patio or inside Cibo's bar and enjoy complimentary appetizers and drink specials while the Car...

Grove Acre Performs at Puma Road

 
8/9/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Tastings and Tunes ! On Friday, August 9, 6pm-8pm, we'll feature local band Grove Acre . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

Johan Sotelo on the Terrace at Jacks Monterey

 
8/9/19
 
 
Jacks Monterey

Spend an evening under the stars enjoying live music, cocktails, small plates, and more on the terrace at Jacks Monterey. Tonight, talented singer-songwriter Johan Sotelo will perform 6pm-9pm.

Theory & Philosophy Reading Group: Kant, Part 3

 
8/9/19
 
free
 
Old Capitol Books

The Theory and Philosophy Reading Group will knuckle down this summer and focus in on Kant's The Critique of Pure Reason in four sessions. (Attend one session or all of them!) Discussions will be facilitated by Robert Kuhry, are free, and open to everyone.

Comanche Cellars Wine Room Celebrates 1st Anniversary

 
8/10 - 8/11
 
 
Comanche Cellars Wine Room

Comanche Cellars Wine Room invites you to join us as we celebrate our first anniversary! August 10 and 11, come taste our brand new releases and enter our raffle to win a private tasting with our winemaker. We're open 2pm-9pm...

Multi-day event ending on Sun Aug 11, 2019

Monterey Comedy Improv at The Dali Expo Theater

 
8/10/19
 
$20/$17
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

Join The Dali Expo for a zany night of fun with The Monterey Comedy Improv Troupe. Tickets are $20 general admission, $17 for seniors and members of the military. Shows are appropriate for ages 16 and up.

Tom Faia and Kate Miller at Puma Road

 
8/11/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Tom Faia and Kate Miller on Sunday, August 11, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts....

Taco Tuesday at Peter B's Brewpub

 
8/13/19
 
 
Peter B's Brewpub

Summer tacos and beer never looked so good! Peter B’s is hosting a Taco Tuesday Celebration on August 13, 4:30pm-6:30pm. Enjoy tacos, margaritas, craft beer, and live music with DJ Pepe! Peter B’s patio is pet-friendly and open to all...

Brewery Tour at Peter B's Brewpub

 
8/13/19
 
 
Peter B's Brewpub

Peter B's has been brewing beer on-site for over twenty years. Every second Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm, go behind the scenes with one of our brewers and get an up-close look at our operations. $10 per person.

Preview RM Sotheby's Classic Car Auction 2019

 
8/14 - 8/17
 
$40
 
Monterey Conference Center

RM Sotheby's 2019 Classic Car Auction at Monterey Conference Center is hosting public previews on August 14, 10am-8pm, and August 15-17, 10am-4pm. With a focus on the top tier of the market, this auction will feature some truly amazing cars, including Astin Martins from around the world. Preview admission is $40.

Multi-day event ending on Sat Aug 17, 2019

Max and Bronwyn at Puma Road

 
8/14/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Max and Bronwyn on Wednesday, August 14, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local...

Care for Caregivers Therapy Group at ISGC

 
8/14/19
 
$30
 
Intimacy, Sexuality & Gender Center of Monterey

The Intimacy, Sexuality and Gender Center (ISGC) presents a Care for Caregivers Therapy Group for all caregivers. Meet others like you and share your story with those who can offer support, comfort, and shared common experience. Led by Stephen L. Braveman, LMFT, DST, and Wanda Braveman. Fee is $30 per session per person. Please phone to register, 831-375-7553.

Steven Shook at Puma Road

 
8/16/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Steven Shook on Friday, August 16, 6pm-8pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Austin Metreyeon on the Terrace at Jacks Monterey

 
8/16/19
 
 
Jacks Monterey

Kick off the weekend and spend a Friday evening under the stars enjoying live music, cocktails, small plates, and more on the terrace at Jacks Monterey. Tonight, singer-songwriter Austin Metreyeon will perform 6pm-9pm.

Our new, pet-friendly terrace...

Steve Earle and The Dukes at Golden State Theatre

 
8/16/19
 
$44-$88
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents Steve Earle and The Dukes. Come hear Earle and his current (perhaps best-ever) bunch of Dukes as they take on the songs from Earl's new album, Guy , with a spirit of reverent glee and invention. Tickets are $44-$88.

Local Honey Tastings at The Joseph Boston Store

 
8/17/19
 
 
Joseph Boston Store

The Joseph Boston Store is holding tastings of honey by The Honey Ladies on August 17 and 24. Wendy Towner and Francisco Aguilera, the husband and wife team behind The Honey Ladies, were selling their wares at the Gilroy Garlic Festival when they were shot and received extensive injuries.

The Boston Store will donate all proceeds from the sale of our Honey Ladies products to Wendy and Francisco's Go Fund Me campaign to cover their expenses during their long recovery. We're also accepting cash donations for the fund.

Dali's Alley at The Dali Expo

 
8/17/19
 
free
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

The Dali Expo presents Dali's Alley. Discover over a dozen different vendors selling a variety of crafts - everything from fine art, jewelry, and books, to clothing, soaps, and more.

Kris Angelis at Puma Road

 
8/17/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis from L.A. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Rainbow Lounge: LGBTQ+ Hang Out at Old Capitol Books

 
8/17/19
 
$5
 
Old Capitol Books

Old Capitol Books is partnering with Monterey Peninsula Pride to host a monthly hang out for LGBTQ+ folks age 18 and up on the third Saturday of the month at 7pm. Join us and enjoy tunes and chill vibes. Admission...

Comedy Improv Show

 
8/17/19
 
$20 general; $17 elders & military
 
The Dali Expo Dream Theater

Comedy Improv Show

At The Dali Expo Dream Theater

5 Custom House Plaza, Monterey

SHOWS EVERY SECOND AND LAST SATURDAYS OF THE MONTH ...

Grove Acre Performs at Puma Road

 
8/18/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Tastings and Tunes ! On Sunday, August 18, 5pm-7pm, we'll feature local band Grove Acre . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

Paint and Sip at Sovino Wine Bar

 
8/20/19
 
$40/$50
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant presents a Paint and Sip Class ! Tonight, local artist and retired art teacher Bunny Paivine will be teaching an easy-to-follow painting class. You’ll take home your own 11 x 14 canvas painting. Fee is $40 in advance, $50 at the door. All materials, instruction, and a glass of wine are included.

Max and Bronwyn at Puma Road

 
8/21/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Max and Bronwyn on Wednesday, August 21, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local...

Lecture on the History and Restoration of the Royal Presidio Chapel in Monterey

 
8/21/19
 
free
 
MIIS, Irvine Auditorium

The Old Monterey Foundation presents a free lecture on the history and restoration of the Royal Presidio Chapel given by William Breen. San Carlos Catherdral is the longest continuously operating house of worship on the West Coast, witnessing the past 249 years of Monterey’s history.

Local Honey Tastings at The Joseph Boston Store

 
8/23/19
 
 
Joseph Boston Store

In partnership with Monterey Bay Food Tours, The Joseph Boston Store will be offering tastings of local honey from The Honey Ladies 11am-3pm on: Friday, August 9; Saturday, August 10; Saturday, August 17; and Friday, August 23.

As many...

Tea, Honey, and Scones Pop-Up Party at The Joseph Boston Store

 
8/23/19
 
free
 
Joseph Boston Store

The Joseph Boston Store is pleased to partner with the local tea shop Eddison and Melrose to offer a tasting of tea, honey, and scones on Friday, August 23, 11am-12:30pm.

Taste handcrafted English-style teas, elderberry teas, scones made by...

Steve Ryan at Puma Road

 
8/23/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Steve Ryan on Friday, August 23, 6pm-8pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Johan Sotelo on the Terrace at Jacks Monterey

 
8/23/19
 
 
Jacks Monterey

Kick off the weekend and spend a Friday evening under the stars enjoying live music, cocktails, small plates, and more on the terrace at Jacks Monterey. Tonight, singer-songwriter Johan Sotelo will perform 6pm-9pm.

Our new, pet-friendly terrace...

Theory & Philosophy Reading Group: Kant, Part 4

 
8/23/19
 
free
 
Old Capitol Books

The Theory and Philosophy Reading Group will knuckle down this summer and focus in on Kant's The Critique of Pure Reason in four sessions. (Attend one session or all of them!) Discussions will be facilitated by Robert Kuhry, are free, and open to everyone.

VYBE at Cibo Restaurant

 
8/23/19
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Restaurant invites you to join us for a night of live rock music featuring VYBE , 9pm-12:30am.

VYBE is a collaboration of talented, seasoned musicians who came together in early 2010 and have become...

Voice Recital by Claire Gendler at Monterey Museum of Art

 
8/24/19
 
$10/$5
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join the Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street for Claire Gendler’s Master of Fine Arts Voice Recital. This unique artistic collaboration will combine musical, visual, and movement arts in a celebration of traditional and jazz/pop works by Sir Arthur...

Mello Cello at Puma Road

 
8/24/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Mello Cello . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Music has no boundaries for Mello Cello,...

Sound Escape at The Dali Expo

 
8/24/19
 
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

The Dali Expo hosts Sound Escape, a local showcase of ambient music and atmospheric soundscapes, conceived by local artists Jeddy Grant (Morticai) and Jake Padorr. Includes liquid light shows and projections by Lumiere Alchemical.

Songbird Meadow at Puma Road

 
8/25/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Songbird Meadow on Sunday, August 25, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

A sweet...

I Love the 80s and 90s Party: Dinner and Drag Show at Bull and Bear

 
8/25/19
 
$20/$15
 
Bull and Bear Whiskey Bar and Taphouse

The Bull and Bear Whiskey Bar and Taphouse presents an I Love the 80s and 90s Party on Sunday, August 25. Join us for drink specials, a special dinner menu, music by DJ MAC, and a drag show featuring...

Play Wine Bingo at Sovino Wine Bar

 
8/27/19
 
$5
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Come to Sovino to play Wine Bingo! Really, it's everything you like about Bingo, with wine and Sovino vocabulary associated with the numbers. Come and learn a little, play a little, drink a little. There shall be prizes!

Guest Speaker Kate Wolovsky at Monthly Transgender Group Meeting at ISGC

 
8/27/19
 
$30
 
Intimacy, Sexuality & Gender Center of Monterey

ISGC presents a safe and confidential Transitional Support / Therapy Group on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Tonight we'll welcome guest speaker Kate Wolovsky, a therapist and vocal coach. Please call ISGC for an intake appointment, 831-375-7553.

Brews for Books at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

 
8/28/19
 
 
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

Come out and celebrate Brews for Books at Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill! On the last Wednesday of every month, show your server your Monterey library card or a Brews for Books bookmark (available at the library), and we'll donate 10% of your check to the Monterey Public Library.

Max and Bronwyn at Puma Road

 
8/28/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Max and Bronwyn on Wednesday, August 28, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local...

"The Office" Trivia Night at Sovino Wine Bar

 
8/28/19
 
 
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant is hosting a themed Trivia Night centered around the popular TV show The Office ! There will be prizes. Team size is limited to 6 people.

Justin Hayward at Golden State Theatre

 
8/28/19
 
$37-$66
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents Justin Hayward. Known primarily as the vocalist, lead guitarist, and composer for the Moody Blues, his music has been heard the world over. Now is your chance to see him live in concert!

Fleet Feet Pub Run with Brooks Running

 
8/29/19
 
free
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Join Fleet Feet for a Pub Run with Brooks Running. We'll run 30 minutes out from the Fleet Feet shop and then 30 minutes back. Brooks will have their latest shoe ready for you to try on during your run/walk. Afterwards, we'll head to Fieldwork Brewing Co. for a drink.

Labor Day Sale at Work Horse Bicycles

 
8/30 - 9/2
 
 
Work Horse Bicycles

Work Horse Bicycles is holding its annual Labor Day Sale from Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2, offering great deals including 20% off Giant Women's apparel, 20% off all Cervelo bikes, 20% off Zipp brand bike tires, 50% off the Giant Recon HL500 light, 15% off all bike helmets over $100, 15% off all Batch bicycles in stock, and more!

Multi-day event ending on Mon Sep 02, 2019

Labor Day Specials at Puma Road

 
8/30 - 9/2
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza, the new tasting room for Puma Road Winery, is offering some great Labor Day Specials being offered from Friday, August 30 through Monday, September 2.

Get our 2013 Cache Red Blend, 2013 Triumvirate Red...

Multi-day event ending on Mon Sep 02, 2019

Grove Acre Performs at Puma Road

 
8/30/19
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Tastings and Tunes ! On Sunday, August 30, 6pm-8pm, we'll feature local band Grove Acre . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one...

Fred McCarty on the Terrace at Jacks Monterey

 
8/30/19
 
 
Jacks Monterey

Kick off the weekend and spend a Friday evening under the stars enjoying live music, cocktails, small plates, and more on the terrace at Jacks Monterey. Tonight, singer-songwriter Fred McCarty will perform 6pm-9pm.

Our new, pet-friendly terrace...

The Lang Street Band at Cibo Restaurant

 
8/30/19
 
 
Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Restaurant invites you to join us for a night of live music featuring the Lang Street Band, 9pm-12:30am. Lang Street is a group of experienced musicians who truly enjoy each other's talents and spirit; when performing,...

Labor Day Weekend Sale at Fleet Feet

 
8/31 - 9/2
 
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Fleet Feet in Monterey is having a big sale this Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 31 through Monday, September 2. Come check out these awesome deals - there's lots of good stuff at astoundingly low prices! (Please note: all sales...

Multi-day event ending on Mon Sep 02, 2019

Monterey Bay Greek Festival 2019

 
8/31 - 9/2
 
free
 
Custom House Plaza

All are welcome to the Monterey Bay Greek Festival, a long weekend of family fun featuring Greek cuisine, live Greek music, and Greek dancing August 31 - September 2 at Custom House Plaza. Hours are 11am-7pm on Saturday and Sunday and 11am-4pm on Monday. Admission is free.

Multi-day event ending on Mon Sep 02, 2019

End of Summer Sale at Luminata Books and Gifts

 
8/31/19
 
 
Luminata Books & Gifts

Luminata Books and Gifts invites you to celebrate the end of summer with us! Today, 2pm-4pm, we'll be offering 20% off everything in the store. Refreshments will be served.

Print at The Dali Expo

 
8/31/19
 
$35/$30
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

Liberate your creativity at this printmaking workshop, held on the last Saturday of every month, 4pm-6pm, at The Dali Expo. Tickets are $30 for Expo members, $35 for all others. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Monterey Comedy Improv at The Dali Expo Theater

 
8/31/19
 
$20/$17
 
MHAA Salvador Dali Exhibition

Join The Dali Expo for a zany night of fun with The Monterey Comedy Improv Troupe. Tickets are $20 general admission, $15 for seniors and members of the military. Shows are appropriate for ages 16 and up.