Events Calendar: 2025-07-01

Breakthrough Men's Community presents a free one-hour session designed to introduce the core principles and transformative impact of the Breakthrough Men's Workshops.

These welcoming, no-commitment introductory sessions take place on the first Tuesday of each month, 5pm-6pm, led by Executive Director Arnold Westphal.

The City of Monterey's Big 4th of July Celebration and Backyard Food Fest will be held on the historic grounds of Colton Hall, 10:45am-4:30pm. Featuring live music and food for sale, this is a free event!

Monterey State Historic Park Association presents a free July 4th Living History Day for all ages in the Memory Garden behind Pacific House, 11am-3pm.

Bring the whole family for 19th century games, rope making, leather stamping, candle making, and more plus guided history tours .

Reflections Elegante Fine Art Gallery will be open on Friday, July 4th, 11am-7pm. Enjoy refreshments at 1pm, see some of the newest artwork, and speak with local artists Lori Howell Thompson, Judy Willis, Valentina Milaychev, Clay Myers-Bowman, Sissy Cutchen, and...

Stars, Stripes & Stories: A Fourth of July Celebration at Cooper-Molera Adobe is a free, family-friendly community event celebrating Independence Day through dance, games, art activities, museum tours, and more, 12pm-4pm. See the schedule.

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.

We regret to report that our originally scheduled act, Paper Hearts, has cancelled, but please join us today as Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen welcomes a very worthy replacement, singer-songwriter 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.

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.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local painter Tamara Selyangina on Saturday, July 5, 3pm-5pm. View her new exhibit, The Romance and Mysticism of Fishing Boats, and see her demonstrate watercolor painting technique. Tamara's art will be featured at the gallery through July.

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.

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.

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 selection of craft beer.

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.

Esteban Restaurant invites you to enjoy live jazz on our patio as the 2025 Monterey Jazz Regional All-Stars take center stage this summer. With a dinner reservation, you'll enjoy extraordinary performances by talented student musicians representing the best of Monterey County.

Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7pm, 7/8, 7/15, 8/5. For reservations call 831-375-0176.

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

The Golden State Theatre presents The Oak Ridge Boys on Tuesday, July 8 at 8pm. Tickets are $62-$112. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents father-daughter duo Keith and Maya Rayburn. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

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).

It's Circle Time is coming to MY Museum! Don't miss out on this 10:15am performance by one of the hottest new children's entertainment groups on the Central Coast.

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Just Jazz presents the Future is Now Jazz Festival at Wendi Kirby Music on Saturday, July 12, with four shows by new, emerging jazz musicians. More info.

Artists performing today include: pianist Veritus Miller (3pm), vocalist Naomi Renae (5pm), saxophonist Ronnie Heard (7pm), and saxophonist Chris Powe (9pm).

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.

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.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents the musical duo Songbird Meadow . 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, 6pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature duo Steve Moseley and Blue O'Brien. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

The Golden State Theatre presents legendary Americana singer-songwriter Robert Earl Keen with openers Kolton Moore and The Clever Few on Tuesday, July 15 at 8pm. Tickets are $48-$153. For more information and...

The Golden State Theatre presents Garrison Keillor 's one-man show, Garrison Keillor Tonight , on Thursday, July 17 at 8pm. Tickets are $54-$124. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents guitarist and singer Blaise DiGirolamo performing cover songs and originals. Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite...

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.

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.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents Americana/Blues/Rock/Reggae- Roots musician Dan Cioper . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

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.

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.

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-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.

The Pearl Works community coworking space hosts a Conversation Corner open to all on the last Tuesday of every month, 6pm-8pm. Meet some new people and bring a dish or treat to share potluck style. Suggested donation is $5-$20.

The Golden State Theatre presents Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives , on Thursday, July 24 at 8pm. Tickets are $56-$103. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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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Youth Arts Collective invites you to the opening reception for our 2025 Summer Art Show on Friday, July 25, 6pm-9pm. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we showcase over 100 original works created by YAC’s talented young artists and mentors.

Join The Pearl Works for an energizing evening of connection, community, and collaboration at the Monterey Business Networking Mixer, co-hosted by Teeth Whitening Monterey, on Friday, July 25, 6pm-8pm.

Enjoy live music, delicious bites from local restaurants, and a business card raffle with prizes from local shops and vendors. Register here.

The Golden State Theatre presents Beatles vs. Stones: A Musical Showdown on Friday, July 25 at 8pm. Tickets are $28-$78. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Compact Disco invites you to help us celebrate our second anniversary on Friday, July 25 as we welcome DJ Ken Jordan, formerly of The Crystal Method , along with house impresario Kenny Summit. Tickets are $45 - purchase here .

Monterey Public Library is hosting our first Baby Rave! Is your baby a party animal? Keeping you up at night? Dancing and wiggling around ALL the time? If so, Baby Rave is the place for you (and your baby)....

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation hosts local author Omar Hussain as we celebrate the launching of his debut novel, A Thousand Natural Shocks , on Saturday, July 26, at 5pm in MPL's Community Room. Tickets are $15 - reserve your spot .

Omar's new novel is a mesmerizing meditation on trauma, memory, and identity wrapped in a high-octane thriller set in Monterey.

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 RJ DeMarco . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selection of craft beer.

The Golden State Theatre presents blues guitarist Tab Benoit with opener Damon Fowler on Saturday, July 26 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$83. For more information and to purchase tickets, please...

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 selection 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.

Alvarado Street Brewery is holding a Mean Girls Trivia Night in the beer garden, 7pm-9pm!

Grab your besties, wear pink, and prove you belong at the top of the social food chain. We're fundraising for Monterey Bay Roller Derby tonight - suggested donation is $5.

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

The Pearl Works coworking space announces a Song Writing and Lyric Crafting Workshop with George Woods , founder of the Monterey Song School .

Join us on Tuesday, July 29 at 12:15pm, when George will demystify the art of songwriting. This workshop isn't about talent - it's about tapping into your creativity and finding your voice. Reserve your spot now.

The Golden State Theatre presents the Marcus King Band with opener Angel White on Tuesday, July 29 at 8pm. Tickets are $60-$100. For more information and to purchase tickets, please...

UPDATE: THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. Immerse yourself in the alluring flavors and rich cultural history of bourbon whisky at the Maker's Mark Esteban Reserve Bourbon Whisky Release Dinner at Esteban Restaurant on Wednesday, July 30, 6:30pm-9pm....