Events Calendar: 2025-10-01

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 all-ages community gathering featuring art, music, refreshments, and a casual vibe.

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

Golden State Theatre presents Tom Papa , one of the top comedic voices in the country, on Friday, October 3 at 8pm. Tickets are $40-$90. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Compact Disco presents DJ Marco Lys with opener J. Gill on Friday, October 3. Ages 21+ only. $20 cover.

Marco Lys, a mastermind in combining underground with a house twist, has been musically active for more than two decades, releasing on almost every important tech-house label in the world and remixing some of the finest dance tracks.

Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in our current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Evelyn Klein on Saturday, October 4, 3pm-5pm. View her new exhibit, Breaking Boundaries: Explorations in Mixed Media, and speak with her about her work.

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.

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 selection of craft beer.

The City of Monterey’s Museums & Cultural Arts division invites you to a live reenactment of the 1849 California Constitutional Convention on Sunday, October 5, 2:30pm-3:30pm. Admission is free but seating is limited, so register soon !...

We regret to report that this event has been canceled. Wendi Kirby Music invites you to join us for Oktoberfest: A Concert Experience , an afternoon of music, drinks, and small bites from Austria and Germany on Sunday, October...

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.

Golden State Theatre and Sea Star Horse Sanctuary of Carmel present a screening of the new documentary Rescued Hearts on Sunday, October 5 at 6pm. This film explores the miracles, mystery, and science of healing with horses. Tickets are $44 - purchase here.

Join Tai Chi for Beginners on Mondays at 10am with Liana Olson, Senior Trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute. Held at Cooper-Molera Adobe either indoors or outdoors in the garden, weather permitting.

Join for one session or the entire series! Drop-in fee is $10. Details here.

When tasting a wine, do you ever wonder how the individual grapes affect the final product? On October 6, we'll examine our 90 point La Rouge, consisting of ​Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

Taste the blend and the single varietal wines that make it up! Fee is $35 - register here .

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!

Winner of Monterey County Weekly's awards for Best Farmers Market 2025 and Best Place to See and Be Seen !

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers Market is held on Alvarado Street every Tuesday, 4pm-8pm, featuring local produce, crafts, and food vendors. Open rain or shine.

Join Om Studios for Yin Yoga and an immersive Sound Journey led by Jordan on Thursday, October 9 at 7pm. Fee is $30 - register here .

Immerse yourself in a blissful fusion of gentle yoga postures and soothing vibrations with sounds of crystal bowls, gongs, and other healing instruments.

Hellam's Tobacco and Wine Shop presents a cigar tasting event featuring El Septimo cigars on Thursday, October 9, 7pm-10pm. Come join us for great cigars, raffle prizes, and lots of fun! Fee is $40. Ages 21 and over only.

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

Enjoy a screening of the documentary film “Water’s Edge” about the life, career and creative process of renowned fine art photographer Arthur Tress on Friday, October 10, 7pm-9pm at Stanton Center.

The screening will be followed by a discussion with Arthur Tress led by Ann Jastrab (Center for Photographic Art) and the film's director, Stephen B. Lewis. Tickets are $10 for MHAA members, $20 for all others - purchase here.

On the second Friday of every month at Old Capitol Books, join us at 7pm for a poetry writing workshop with Brian Sheffield. All levels welcome. Free and open to everyone.

Golden State Theatre presents comedian Craig Ferguson on Friday, October 10 at 8pm. Tickets are $30-$65. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Slowfiber presents a workshop on Radiant Fabric Collage taught by Vicki Assegued . Register here.

Radiant Fabric Collage is an innovative design concept developed by Vicki using concentric layering and repetition. You get to experiment with balance, color and shape. There's no sewing involved - we'll use an iron-on adhesive with a cardboard background. Perfect for all levels.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriters Casey Frazier and Sarah Canet . 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 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 selection of craft beer.

The Golden State Theatre presents Wayne Newton : Up Close and Personal on Saturday, October 11 at 7pm. Tickets are $88-$159. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents Smoky Vegas Project . 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 musician Chuck Brewer . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

The legendary San Francisco rock band Jefferson Starship is coming to Golden State Theatre! 1974-1984, they released 8 gold and platinum albums and 20 hit singles. Come hear songs such as "White Rabbit," and "Somebody to Love."

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 selection of craft beer.

Old Capitol Books continues its film series by and about Palestine and Palestinians with a free screening of the romantic dramedy Gaza Mon Amour (2020) on Friday, October 17 at 7pm. All are welcome.

The Golden State Theatre presents Italian singer-songwriter Zucchero on Friday, October 17 at 8pm. Tickets are $77-$354. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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Compact Disco presents DJs Gavin Hardkiss and Jay Aye on SFriday, October 17. Ages 21+ only.

Gavin Hardkiss helped pioneer the US electronic dance scene with the groundbreaking record label Hardkiss Music. He quickly joined the ranks of the International DJ elite, jetting to raves and clubs around the world to perform his eclectic sounds.

Venture Gallery is participating in the Open Studios Art Tour of Monterey County October 18-19, 11am-5pm.

See our artists give live demos and speak with them about their work. You'll also find bargain prices on quality original art, reproductions, and gift items that we don't typically stock.

Wholehearted Tattoo is holding a Halloween Flash Event on Saturday, October 18, 12pm-8pm. First come, first served! Don't miss out. We'll be offering Halloween themed flash worth up to $300 for only $100 today. Learn more.

Slowfiber presents a Boro Stitching Workshop taught by Kris Nardello on Saturday, October 18, 12:30pm-4:30pm. Fee is $85 - register on Slowfiber's website .

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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, Disney's Encanto (2021), will begin at 6:30pm. Come dressed in costume! There will be food trucks, fire engines, kids' activities, and more.

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 selection of craft beer.

Monterey Peninsula Pride is hosting a Pottery Paint and Sip at The Hot Spot Studios on Saturday, October 18, 7pm-9pm. 10% of proceeds from the event will go to Monterey Peninsula Pride!

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Monterey State Historic Park invites you to learn about the ships that met their demise along the rocky Monterey Peninsula coastline during a free presentation for all ages - "Shipwrecks of the Monterey Peninsula" - on Saturday, October 18 at 7pm in California's First Theater.

The Golden State Theatre presents Bill Muray and His Blood Brothers on Saturday, October 18 at 8pm. Tickets are $83-$248. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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.

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, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Tonight we'll feature Memory Lane, playing music from the 60s and 70s. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

The International Poetry Gathering of Monterey welcomes San Rafael poet Emilie Lygren to East Village Cafe on Thursday, Oct. 23 at 5:30pm as part of her tour for her new book, Once I Was A Stone . We'll enjoy readings tonight by both Emilie and local poet Marie Boucher.

Om Studios presents a Restorative Yoga workshop led by Gennica Cochran. 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. Fee is $30 - register here .

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Dan Frechette . 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 selection of craft beer.

Old Capitol Books invites you to join us for our Philosophy Reading Group . This month, we're going to discuss the work of Franzt Fanon. No prior reading required. Free and open to everyone.

Downtown Old Monterey's newest tattoo parlor, Red Rabbit Tattoo, featuring artists Angie Deveaux and Krista Nevares , are holding a Halloween Flash Day on Saturday, Oct. 25, 12pm - closing.

Designs will be 3-4 inches, black and gray or color, arms and legs only. $100 each. Designs will be released on the day of the event. DM on Instagram to book, or walk in.

Join local artist Maria Evelin Anda Murillo at Monterey Museum of Art for a personalized, hands-on workshop designing your own 3D printed ofrenda to honor loved ones for Dia de los Muertos.

Learn about the rich traditions behind this sacred celebration and create meaningful pieces using art, color, and memory. Open to all experience levels. Register here.

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 a solo set by Jacob Chase , lead singer of the band The Dead Cassettes . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Om Studios presents a primal activation dance party led by Josselyn on Saturday, Oct. 25, 6:30pm-8:30pm. Fee is $35. Register here. Drop into the body, awaken primal wisdom, and explore the liberation of tribal ecstatic dance.

Golden State Theatre presents Five for Fighting with String Quartet on Saturday, October 25, at 8pm. Tickets are $43-$79. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

Compact Disco presents a night of house music featuring the legendary Jayvi Velasco of San Francisco on Saturday, October 25. Ages 21+ only.

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.

Pumpkin Carving & Pinot at Sovino Wine Bar is back! Join us for some Halloween fun, October 30 - 31 at 5pm. Sovino will provide all carving materials, a pumpkin, and a glass of wine or draft beer of your choice. Fee is $25. Reserve a spot on our website.

Cooper-Molera Adobe presents Monterey Bohemian - a family-friendly celebration of local artisans, cuisine, live music, and museum tours on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 4pm-7pm. Free and open to all!

Discover handicrafts at our artisan market , learn local history at the museum, enjoy music by Naima Nascimento and friends, and more!

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.

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.

Join Library and Museums Director Brian Edwards as we explore inside and outside Colton Hall and the Old Jail at night, and hear some of the history of Old Monterey on Wednesday, October 29, 6pm-7:30pm. Appropriate for teens and adults....

Johnny Wicks Candle Company invites you to our annual Halloween-themed candle making experience at our new studio on Franklin Street above Crown and Anchor Pub!

Guests will hand-pour a custom candle with Halloween-inspired scents, enjoy treats and seasonal snacks, get crafty with themed activities, and carve pumpkins to take home. Come in costume! Learn more.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the Landing Trio featuring Keith Rayburn, Eliza James, and Rick Chelew. 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 Pattie Gilbert . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

On Halloween, come to historic Cooper-Molera Adobe for an evening of mystery and celebration hosted by Cella Restaurant and Alta Bakery.

Enjoy imaginative cocktails, local beer and wine, seasonal bites, dancing, a costume contest, live music by Rachel Spung and The Soul Service, and a burlesque performance by Carmel Delights Dance Company. Learn more.

Compact Disco presents Le Freq: a Halloween party where the masks come off by going on, 8pm-2am. Enjoy music by Paul Wylde, Loloh, Ed. E, J. Gill, and Monkeyman. Tickets are $18 each, available here . Ages 21+ only.

Cibo invites you to join our Halloween party, 10pm-1:30am. Enjoy spooky cocktails, dancing, a photo backdrop, music by DJ Parris , and a costume contest . $10 cover. Ages 21+ only.