Events Calendar: 2024-08-01

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

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
8/2/24
 
free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

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.

Lindsay Beery at Albatross Ridge

 
8/2/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Lindsay Beery . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Kito Rayburn at Puma Road

 
8/2/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

About Puma Road

Puma...

John Vicino at Puma Road

 
8/3/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

John Vicino started his musical journey at the age of 16, busking on the busy streets of San Francisco. He's come a long way from the days of filling coffee cans with coins and currently has residencies at hot spots throughout the Bay Area.

Old Capitol Books Chess Club

 
8/4/24
 
free
 
Old Capitol Books

Every Sunday, 2pm-4pm, chess matches are played between the tumbling piles of books at Old Capitol Books. Come join us for a relaxed game, a chat, or a wee peek at a nearby page. Beginners are more than welcome. Free for everyone.

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
8/4/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter RJ DeMarco . 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 Fieldwork Brewing

 
8/5/24
 
 
Fieldwork Brewing Company

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!

Shilstone and Wilson at Melville Tavern

 
8/6/24
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature Mark Shilstone and Rod Wilson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm.

Wednesday Bike Ride Social with Melville Tavern

 
8/7/24
 
 
Melville Tavern

Every Wednesday evening, Melville Tavern hosts the Hump Day Pedal Push: a slow, social bike ride along the Coastal Trail to Lovers Point and back, with a stop along the way to enjoy some food and drink together. All ages and biking abilities are welcome. Meet at 5pm at the tavern, depart at 6pm.

Gurkha Cigar Tasting Event at Hellam's

 
8/8/24
 
$40
 
Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a cigar tasting event featuring Gurkha cigars on Thursday, August 8, 7pm-10pm. We'll have fine cigars, raffle prizes, and lots of fun! Fee is $40. Ages 21 and over only.

2024 Champions of the Arts Annual Breakfast at Monterey Marriott

 
8/9/24
 
$60/$600
 
Monterey Marriott Hotel

Arts Council for Monterey County presents our Champions of the Arts Annual Breakfast on Friday, August 9 at 9am in the Ferrante Room of Monterey Marriott Hotel. Single tickets are $65, a table for 10 is $600. Purchase your tickets here.

Join us for breakfast and help us honor the incredible individuals who have significantly contributed to the arts in Monterey County!

Day Pass Special at The Pearl Works

 
8/9/24
 
$15
 
The Pearl Works

The Pearl Works is celebrating International Coworking Day on Friday, August 9 by offering $15 day passes (reg. $32) to our friendly coworking space. Book your spot today and come try it on August 9. We're open...

Kick-Off Race Car Show: Monterey Classic Car Week 2024

 
8/9/24
 
free
 
Old Monterey

Monterey Car Week is beginning with a remarkable display of historic race cars on Alvarado Street on Friday, August 9, 5pm-7pm! Come on down, see the cars up close, and meet the drivers. This is a family-friendly event.

RJ DeMarco at Puma Road

 
8/9/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Kris Angelis at Albatross Ridge

 
8/9/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Poetry Workshop and Poetry Open Mic at Old Capitol Books

 
8/9/24
 
 
Old Capitol Books

On the second Friday of every month at Old Capitol Books, we dedicate a night to the creation and sharing of poetry. Join us for a poetry writing workshop at 7pm ($10) followed by an open mic poetry reading at 9pm (free).

Dan Cioper at Albatross Ridge

 
8/10/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Dan Cioper . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

About Albatross Ridge

Albatross Ridge...

Adam Behan at Puma Road

 
8/10/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Y&T at Golden State Theatre 2024

 
8/10/24
 
$35-$65
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents Y&T on Saturday, August 10 at 8pm. Tickets are $35-$65. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

About Y&T

Before Mötley Crüe, before RATT,...

Kito Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
8/11/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Kito Rayburn . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Wade Egan at Melville Tavern

 
8/13/24
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Wade Egan . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Preview RM Sotheby's Classic Car Auction 2024

 
8/14/24
 
$60
 
Monterey Conference Center

RM Sotheby's 2024 Classic Car Auction at Monterey Conference Center is hosting public previews on August 14, 10am-7pm, and August 15-17, 10am-4pm.

With a focus on the top tier of the market, this auction will feature some truly amazing cars. Preview admission is $60 for the weekend. Passes can be purchased onsite at the entrance to the plaza.

Comanche Cellars 6th Anniversary Celebration in Marina

 
8/16/24
 
$42/$60
 
Comanche Cellars Winery

Commanche Cellars is celebrating their 6th anniversary on Sunday, August 16, 12pm-4pm, at their winery in Marina. Enjoy wine tasting, live music, barrel samples, a food truck, and a library wine "Clear Out the Cellar" sale.

Tickets

Tickets are...

Kito Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
8/16/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Kito Rayburn . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Cement Ship at Puma Road

 
8/16/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

"Edith: Volcano Ascent" - A Film by Porsche at Golden State Theatre

 
8/16/24
 
$32
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre hosts a documentary film screening by Porsche entitled Edith: Volcano Ascent , at 6pm. Tickets are $32 - purchase here .

The film chronicles a small team's 4-year quest to set a world altitude record by conquering Chile’s Ojos del Salado (the highest active volcano on earth) in a mighty Porsche 911 named Edith.

Meet Artist Deborah Russell at Venture Gallery

 
8/17/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Deborah Russell at an artist's reception on August 17, 2pm-4pm. Drop by the gallery, view the exhibit of Deborah's vibrant paintings of the natural world, Tangled Treasures , and speak with her about her work. Deborah's art will be featured at the gallery through September.

Gin Fragonard at Puma Road

 
8/17/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
8/17/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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

Billy Jones at Characters Bar, Marriott Hotel

 
8/17/24
 
no cover
 
Monterey Marriott Hotel

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents jazz drummer Billy Jones on Saturday, August 17. Enjoy excellent jazz music and drinks.

Local legend Billy Jones has played with the greats, including Sammy Davis, Jr., The Temptations, Patti LaBelle, Neil Sadaka, and Gregory Hines.

Dead Nettle at Albatross Ridge

 
8/18/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Dead Nettle . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Chuck & Buck at Melville Tavern

 
8/20/24
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature local musical duo Chuck & Buck , featuring Chuck Brewer (vocals) and Ernie Buck (vocals, guitar). Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Slowfiber: Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine

 
8/21/24
 
$120
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, August 21 - September 11. Space is limited - please register online . Fee is $120.

This class is designed for beginners or those who haven't sewn in a long time and want to relearn. You'll choose your project with the help of instructor Jaki Canterbury.

A Journey of Sufi Music and Poetry at Wendi Kirby Music

 
8/22/24
 
$40/$35/$25
 
Wendi Kirby Music, LLC

Wendi Kirby Music presents A Journey of Sufi Music and Poetry on Thursday, August 22, 7pm-8pm, hosted by writer and MIIS professor Nukhet Kardam and Middle Eastern musician Amir Etemadzadeh. Advance tickets are $35 general, $25 students. $40 at the door.

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
8/23/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents musician Ryan Sesma. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Joyce Sampson at Puma Road

 
8/23/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

Night of Poetry Featuring Heather Flescher at Old Capitol Books

 
8/23/24
 
Free
 
Old Capitol Books

Old Capitol Books presents a night of poetry to celebrate the publication of a new chapbook by local poet Heather Flescher on Friday, August 23 at 6pm.

Heather will be joined by poets Paul Corman-Roberts, Cassandra Dallett, Jeff Erwin, Kent Leatham, K.R. Morrison, Brian Sheffield, and Kim Shuck.

Comedian Cristela Alonzo at Golden State Theatre 2024

 
8/23/24
 
$30-$50
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Cristela Alonzo on Friday, August 23 at 8pm. Tickets are $30-$50 - purchase here .

Cristela Alonzo made history when she became the first Latina to create, produce, and star in her own network sitcom, Cristela , for ABC. Her stand-up comedy specials, Middle Classy and Lower Classy , are currently streaming on Netflix.

Turkish Arts and Culture Festival 2024

 
8/24/24
 
free
 
Custom House Plaza

All are welcome to the Annual Turkish Arts and Culture Festival for a weekend of free family fun, August 24 and 25, 11am-7pm, at Custom House Plaza. We'll have live music and folk dancing performances, Turkish food and drinks, and special activities for children.

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
8/24/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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

Mr. V at Compact Disco

 
8/24/24
 
 
Compact Disco

Compact Disco presents a night of dance music featuring DJ Mr. V on Saturday August 24. Ages 21+ only.

Mr. V's wildly eclectic sound brings spontaneity back to the art of DJing. Experiencing one of his sets is like taking a trip back in time to dance music's golden age.

Kito Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
8/25/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Kito Rayburn . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
8/25/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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

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

Ryan Sesma at Melville Tavern

 
8/27/24
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Ryan Sesma. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Exhibit Opening: Pat Hathaway's Historical Images of Monterey

 
8/29/24
 
Free
 
Colton Hall Museum

Join the City of Monterey in celebrating the opening of the Pat Hathaway Memorial Exhibition on Thursday, August 29, 5pm-7pm at Colton Hall Museum. Free and open to the public.

This exhibit celebrates the life and photo collection of the late Pat Hathaway, featuring historical images of Monterey, c.1870-1950, collected and preserved by Pat over the course of 50 years. The exhibit will run through Sept 29.

Kris Angelis at Albatross Ridge

 
8/30/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
8/30/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist and songwriter Peter Barnes Martin . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Monterey First Theatre Fest 2024

 
8/31/24
 
Free
 
California's First Theatre

Monterey State Historic Park Association presents the inaugural First Theatre Fest on Saturday, August 31, 11am-4pm.

This free event celebrates the summer with a full day of family-friendly festivities in California's First Theatre, the adjoining historic saloon, and gardens. Enjoy a day of music, poetry, family activities, locally made crafts, and refreshments.

Knitting Lessons: Make a Hat at Slowfiber

 
8/31/24
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents a class teaching you the next steps of knitting as you make a hat! You'll learn how to use a circular needle, DPNs, and work decreases from instructor Karin Forno. Class runs for four Saturdays, 4pm-5:30pm, 8/31 - 9/21. Fee is $80 - register here .

Johan Sotelo at Albatross Ridge

 
8/31/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the very talented singer-songwriter Johan Sotelo . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Jayvi Velasco at Compact Disco

 
8/31/24
 
 
Compact Disco

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring the legendary Jayvi Velasco of San Francisco on Saturday, August 31. Ages 21+ only.

About Compact Disco

A first-of-a-kind micro-club, Compact Disco has booked over 200...