Events Calendar: 2024-09-01

Wendi Kirby Music presents singer-songwriter Jackie Bristow on Sunday, September 1 at 4pm. Tickets are $55 - purchase here .

Bristow's exquisite songcraft and compelling live performances have seen her share the bill with musicians such as Bonnie Raitt, Boz Skaggs, Chris Isaak, and Tommy Emmanuel.

The Golden State Theatre presents Toad the Wet Sprocket with opener Megan Slankard on Monday, September 2 at 8pm. Tickets are $61-$120. For more information and to purchase tickets, please...

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.

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.

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.

The Golden State Theatre presents Jesus "Aguaje" Ramos and his Buena Vista Social Orchestra on Friday, September 6 at 8pm. Tickets are $54-$254. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ...

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

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.

Wendi Kirby Music presents singer-songwriters Anne and Pete Sibley on Saturday, September 7 at 4pm. Known for their beautiful vocal harmonies, this duo has been touring the US with just two voices, a guitar, and a banjo for decades. Tickets are $50 - purchase here .

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents the Stu Reynolds Saxtet on Saturday, September 7 at 8pm. Enjoy excellent jazz music and drinks.

The Golden State Theatre presents Me First and the Gimme Gimmes , with opener DJ Thirst n Howl on Saturday, September 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $43-$73. For more information and to purchase...

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.

Join us every Sunday at Monterey Museum of Art for a docent-guided tour of the museum's current exhibitions ! Tours are free with admission.

MidiCi Monterey invites you to join us for Jazz Night every Sunday, 5pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature vocalist Janice Perl and keyboardist John Dryden. No cover charge.

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

The Farmers Market at Old Monterey Marketplace presents the Monterey Jazz Regional All Star Combo, featuring Sienna Grant (voice) and Jacob Custodio (keyboard), on Tuesday, September 10, beginning at 4pm. Don't miss a chance to hear some rising talent!...

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature the duo Greg Tapson and Steve Moseley. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover charge.

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.

Wendi Kirby Music presents the Gary Meek Band on Friday, September 13 at 4pm. Don't miss this chance to hear a group of some of the best jazz musicians on California's Central Coast, gathered together to perform Gary's original music.

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).

The Golden State Theatre presents Grammy Award winning bassist Oteil Burbridge and friends Melvin Seals, Steve Kimock, Jason Crosby, Johnny Kimock, Tom Guarna, and Lamar Williams, Jr. on Friday, September 13 at 8pm. Tickets are $60-$124 - purchase here .

Monterey Firefighters Community Foundation presents a free screening of the film Shrek on the lawn of Colton Hall at 5:30pm. See fire engines up close, meet your local Monterey firefighters, and enjoy complimentary popcorn and cotton candy. Don't forget to bring chairs or a blanket to sit on!

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.

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.

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents the extraordinary jazz drummer Leon Joyce Jr . on Saturday, September 7 at 8pm. Enjoy excellent music and drinks.

Over the course of his long career, Leon Joyce has worked with the likes of Smokey Robinson, Teena Marie, Ellis Marsalis, Patti LaBelle, and Mary Wilson and appeared at many of the top international jazz festivals.

The Golden State Theatre presents singer-songwriter Ben Folds with opener Lindsey Kraft on Saturday, September 14 at 8pm. Tickets are $62-$127 - purchase here .

Ben Folds is a remarkably talented and engaging musician whose songs speak to the human condition in all its humor and pathos.

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.

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

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 presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine on Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm, September 18 - October 9. 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.

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a cigar tasting event featuring JRE Aladino cigars on Thursday, September 19, 7pm-10pm. We'll have fine cigars, raffle prizes, and lots of fun! Fee is $30. Ages 21 and over only.

The City of Monterey invites you to celebrate PARK(ing) Day, when we'll transform parking spaces into temporary parks on Alvarado Street. These parklets will feature green spaces, outdoor seating, and fun and educational booths from various City departments.

Venture Gallery is hosting a fundraiser for Gathering For Women on Friday, September 20, 5pm-7pm. Enjoy wine and appetizers as you browse work by local professional artists. Proceeds from the sale of the artwork will help...

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.

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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.

Old Capitol Books presents Bay Area singer-songwriter Bad Tiger along with local favorites Sej Miles and Kito Rayburn on Friday, September 20 at 7:30pm. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

The Golden State Theatre presents The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash starring Shawn Barker on Friday, September 20 at 8pm. Tickets are $46-$82. For more information and to purchase tickets, ...

Slowfiber presents a workshop entitled Intuitive Pattern Play led by instructor Patti Wells. It offers a chance for you to spend an afternoon using your sewing machine to create your own color-and pattern-play scarf pieced together from knit fabrics. Fee is $95. Register on the Slowfiber website.

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill invites you to celebrate Oktoberfest with us on September 21 & 22. All weekend we'll offer $5 pours of all Alvarado Street Brewery's lagerbiers, Bavarian food specials, and limited edition glassware for $15 with any Lagerbier pour.

Monterey Museum of Art invites you to discover the creative possibilities of cyanotypes with professional marine biologists and artists Jenny Grossman and Madi McKay! Participants will make their own cyanotype paper and learn about different seaweeds and algae in Monterey...

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa invites the public to its 200th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 21, 2pm-5pm. Tickets are $65 per person (children 12 years and younger can attend for free). Purchase your tickets here.

Enjoy live music, Flamenco dancing, food and drinks, and tours of the property.

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.

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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.

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The Golden State Theatre presents Cold Case Live , on Saturday, September 21 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$193. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here . Appropriate for ages...

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents vocalist Julie Capili on Saturday, September 21 at 8pm. Enjoy some excellent jazz music and good drinks.

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

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.

The Pearl Works community coworking space is hosting a Conversation Corner open to all on Tuesday, September 24, 6pm-8pm. Meet some new people! This evening will be potluck style, so bring something to share. There's no charge, but please RSVP .

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature the Wild at Heart Duo , with vocalist Lisa Kincaid and guitarist Sam Nilsson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended.

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents the Latin Jazz Collective with John Nava at 8pm. This 7-piece ensemble creates a rich and eclectic blend of original compositions and highly acclaimed standard jazz arrangements steeped in authentic Latin rhythms.

Characters Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel presents the Latin Jazz Collective with John Nava on Wednesday, September 25 at 8pm.

This 7-piece ensemble creates a rich and eclectic blend of original compositions and highly acclaimed standard jazz arrangements steeped in authentic Latin rhythms.

Wendi Kirby Music hosts a Baroque and Unknown Book Club led by Kathryn Radakovich , Learning and Development Director at The Boulanger Initiative , on Thursday, September 26 at 7pm. Tickets are $30 -...

Om Studios presents a Restorative Yoga Ceremony led by Gennica Cochran. Fee is $25. Register on the Om Studios website .

This gentle practice is designed to soothe the nervous system and release tension. Through a series of supported postures, calming breath work, and guided meditation, you’ll be invited to surrender and unwind.

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.

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Old Capitol Books invites you to join us for our Philosophy Reading Group . This month, we're going to discuss the writings of Jean-Paul Sartre on Marxism. No prior reading required. Free and open to everyone.

The Golden State Theatre presents Lee Asher, founder of The Asher House animal sanctuary, on Friday September 27 at 8pm. Tickets are $41-$84. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ...

Remedy Spa presents InHer Beauty: a beauty, health, and wellness expo at Monterey Conference Center on Saturday, September 28, 11am-6pm. General admission is $55 - register here .

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Slowfiber presents a Beginner Sashiko Stitching Class taught by textile artist Kris Nardello on Saturday, MSeptember 28, 12pm-4pm. Fee is $75 - register here .

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Join artist Belle Yang at Monterey Museum of Art for an exclusive afternoon in the gallery of Imagining China: The Art of Belle Yang and Joseph Yang . Immerse yourself in the exhibition as Belle highlights select paintings, provides insight into her art and writing, and explores her creative relationship with her father, Joseph.

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.

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.

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.

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Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Linda Arceo , an accomplished singer, songwriter, and acoustic rhythm guitarist. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

The Golden State Theatre presents Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert , on Monday, September 30 at 8pm. Tickets are $81-$130. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....