Events Calendar: 2023-10-01

Fleet Feet Monterey hosts a Pub Run every Monday at 6:00pm. We'll begin and end at Fieldwork Brewing Company. All paces, levels, distances, and abilities are welcome. Post-run, we can grab a beer together!

Come on down to Nacho Bizness on Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm, for Kahoot! Trivia Night. Eat nachos, drink drinks, win prizes, and have fun.

Every Wednesday, there are 3 rounds of trivia followed by a speed round⁠. After each round, small prizes are awarded. At the end, all scores are added and the person with the most points wins the big prize⁠.

Join Sovino Wine Bar for Trivia Night every Wednesday, 7pm-9pm, hosted by Miguel Silva. Prizes are awarded for first and second place. Team size is limited to 6 people or less. No reservations are required, but space is limited. Test your knowledge against other trivia geeks!

Experience the riveting clash of belief and doubt in "The Sunset Limited." Join us for an unforgettable evening of existential theater probing life's mysteries, October 5-8 and 13-15. Shows are Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. ...

Come celebrate the weekend with Monterey Museum of Art on Pacific Street with extended hours and free access to the galleries every First Friday of the month, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy an evening of art, music, refreshments, and community gathering.

The Wahine Project invites you to join us for a mixer celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month on Friday, October 6, 5pm-8pm at Alma del Mar. We'll have music and free drinks. All are welcome!

Center for the Blue Economy at Middlebury Institute of International Studies presents a free screening of the documentary The Grab and a discussion with the filmmakers at Irvine Auditorium on Friday, October 6, 6pm-8:30pm. Reserve your free ticket online here.

The Grab is a global thriller combining hard-hitting journalism with the compelling character-driven storytelling of director Gabriela Cowperthwaite, taking you around the globe from Arizona to Zambia, to reveal one of the world’s biggest and least known threats: that governments, private investors and mercenaries are working to seize food and water resources at the expense of entire populations.

We know that some of you have been fantasizing about gathering in dark parking lots. With strangers. To read poetry. Let Old Capitol Books help you with that.

We hold monthly Poetry Open Mic Nights on the first Friday of every month at 9pm in the parking lot behind our building (at 499 Calle Principal). Hosted by Brian Sheffield.

Monterey Museum of Art presents a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, October 7, 11am-3pm. Drop by the Museum for a fun-filled afternoon art-making inspired by our fall exhibitions.

Featured art activities will include: nightscapes using oil pastels, light exploration in photography, and thangka mandalas using gold and colored paper.

Fieldwork Brewing Monterey invites you to join us and our friends at Animal Friends Rescue Project for a Barks and Brews Adoption Event on Saturday, October 7, 12pm-3pm. Grab a beer, chat with volunteers, and take home a pup! It'll be totally paw-some.

The Whisky Club is hosting Colby Frey, co-founder of Frey Ranch Farmers + Distillers in Nevada, for a fun and informational tasting and bottle signing, 12pm-2pm.

You can sample a .5 oz pour for free or enjoy a Frey Ranch tour of four .5 oz pours for $25. Tickets available on Eventbrite.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Nancy Olaeta in person on Saturday, October 7, 3pm-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view her new exhibit of scenes inspired by the Monterey Peninsula and Big Sur Coast, and speak with her about her work. Nancy's paintings will be featured at the gallery throughout the month of October.

The Golden State Theatre presents Girl Named Tom with opener J. Maya on Saturday, October 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $30-$60. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click...

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant presents a Paint and Sip Class ! This evening, 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, advance registration required. All materials and instruction are included. Wine is extra.

Did you know you don't need a sewing machine to make clothes? With a simple pattern and a few tricks, you could make this cute, organic jersey cotton Breton t-shirt (sizes XS-4X) in your lap while sitting in front of...

The Golden State Theatre presents 40 Fingers , an Italian guitar quartet on a mission to explore new galaxies of sound with a wide repertoire of skillfully arranged original pieces and covers of everything from rock to jazz to movie scores. Tickets are $25-$55 - purchase here .

Om Studios presents a Couples' Yoga Workshop on Saturday, October 14, 6pm-8pm. Fee is $55 per couple. Please register on the Om Studios website .

Find your flow with your partner. Jordan and Austin will create...

The Golden State Theatre presents Rocky Mountain High Experience , a John Denver Tribute starring Rick Schuler , on Saturday, October 14 at 7:30pm. Tickets are $33-$68. For more information and to purchase tickets, ...

Om Studios present a 4-week Prenatal Yoga Series led by Maggie Boehm on Wednesday, 1pm-2pm: 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8. Fee is $80 for the series, or $25 for drop-in. Please register on the Om Studios website ....

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring DJ Edison Tesla of Las Vegaswith a musical journey featuring an eclectic mix of house sounds every Wednesday. Music begins at 7pm. No cover. Ages 21+ only.

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Thursday, 6pm-9pm. Tonight we'll feature musicians Lauri Hofer Romero, David Kempton, and Dennis Murphy. No cover charge.

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring DJ Chaka Kenn . Music begins at 7pm. No cover. Ages 21+ only.

Om Studios presents an Embodied Channeling Circle led by Bree Melansen on October 20, 5pm-7pm. Please register on the Om Studios website .

Bree will teach how to channel your soul for intuitive guidance. She'll walk...

Once you’ve taken Slowfiber's Explore Sashiko Stitching Class , or you have proven existing competency in Sashiko stitching, you'll be ready for this intermediate class taught by textile artist Kris Nardello, "Sashiko Stiching on Everyday Items" held...

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

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musician Kito Rayburn & Friends on Friday, October 20, 7pm-9pm. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft...

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring DJ Ivan Ruiz on Friday, October 20. Admission is free until 9pm; $10 after 9pm. Ages 21+ only. Dress code enforced.

The Golden State Theatre presents Christopher Cross on Friday, October 20 at 8pm. Tickets are $40-$190. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Christopher Cross burst onto the...

Om Studios presents a Sun Salutation Workshop on Saturday, October 21, 1pm-2:30pm. Please register on the Om Studios website .

This workshop will focus extensively on one of the crucial foundations of any yogi's physical and...

In honor of Halloween, the City of Monterey presents a free Trunk-or-Treat and Movie in the Park on the lawn of Colton Hall.

The walk-through trunk-or-treat will be held 5pm-6:30pm. Our feature film, Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas , will begin at 7pm. Come dressed in costume.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis, whose newest album will be released in September. Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musicians Lizzie Rago and Gin Fragonard on Saturday, October 21, 7pm-9pm. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas-style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Introducing something new! Launched earlier this year, Comedy Variety Showcase presents "Controlled Chaos". Putting a twist on traditional improv, quick wit and spontaneous energy is combined with truth in comedy to bring something fresh and fun to the stage....

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring DJ Julius Papp of San Francisco and DJ Kenny Summit of Monterey on Saturday, October 21, 7pm-2am. Admission is free until 9pm; $10...

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Gin Fragonard . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Sunday, 5pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature musicians Janice Perl, Martan Mann, and Joe Dolister.

Experience timeless classic horror films on the big screen! Get ready for spine-tingling thrills and chills with five nights of frights, October 25-29. Come watch some of the greatest horror films ever made.

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a cigar tasting event featuring La Aroma de Cuba cigars on Thursday, October 26 at 7pm. There is no fee to participate, and we'll have a prize drawing tonight for a beautiful humidor.

Om Studios presents a Sacred Sound Bath Workshop taught by Jordan Rossow on Thursday, October 26, 7:15pm-8:15pm. Please register on the Om Studios website .

We aim for you to leave this workshop feeling renewed and...

The Golden State Theatre presents Paul Thorn on Thursday, October 26 at 8pm. Tickets are $27-$52. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Paul Thorn is a Southern...

Compact Disco presents Halloween at the Disco, a costume party for disco and house music lovers featuring DJ Kenny Summit of Monterey on Saturday, October 28, 7pm-2am. $20 cover - purchase your tickets here . Ages 21+ only. Costume required.

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Demetri Martin on Thursday, September 21 at 8pm. Tickets are $40-$185. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Demetri Martin is an American...

Britannia Arms is hosting a Halloween Party on Friday, October 27, from 9:30pm until closing. Wear your best (or worst!) Halloween costumes and come have some fun with DJ Joey Camacho.

Experience timeless classic horror films on the big screen! Get ready for spine-tingling chills and thrills with 5 nights of frights.

Fright Fest Monterey is a terrifyingly spooktacular event that celebrates the rich history...

Brick Alley Tattoo is hosting a Halloween BBQ on Saturday, October 28, 2pm until closing. We'll have deals on flash (specific to tattoo artist), a costume contest, a $100-$150 Get What You Get Machine, food, candy, shirts, and stickers.

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

Pumpkin Carving & Pinot at Sovino Wine Bar is back! Join us for some Halloween fun on Oct. 28, 29, 30, and 31 at 7pm. Sovino will provide all carving materials, a pumpkin, and a glass of wine or draft beer of your choice. Fee is $30. Reserve a spot on our website.

Compact Disco presents Murder at the Disco, a costume party for disco and house music lovers featuring DJ Jayvi Velasco of San Francisco and DJ Kenny Summit of Monterey on Saturday, AOctober...

Monterey History and Art at Stanton Center hosts the Carmel Delights ' annual Boolesque. This year a portion of the proceeds will go towards our local Breast Cancer Assistance Group . Costumes are encouraged. Tickets are $20 - purchase here .

Doors open at 7:30pm. Burlesque performance at 8pm features guest artists Lillian Du Jour and Kiva Siani of Los Angeles followed by DJ Alejandro with PBear Entertainment. Costume contest at 10pm.

The Golden State Theatre presents Fleetwood Macrame on Saturday, October 28 at 8pm. Tickets are $23-$35. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Fleetwood Macrame has become one...

Melville Tavern invites you to join us on Sunday, October 29 for some Halloween fun and good food at our Halloween Costume Gala! Don’t forget to wear a costume and get a free appetizer with 2 entrees.

Happy Hour...

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents musician Glenn Bell . In recent years, he has performed as a member of the bands Sensory Tribe and The BASSment.

Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Something's brewing, and it'll be ghoulishly fun. Dress up with your 4-legged friends and join Esteban Restaurant for a howling good time this Halloween at our 4th Annual Costume Party Event, 4:30pm-8:30pm, on our newly-remodeled garden patio, weather permitting. Reservations available online.