Events Calendar: 2026-05-01

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

May 01, 2026

Miss Sarah Sunshine at MY Museum

5/1/26

MY Museum (Monterey County Youth Museum)

Fridays through July 31, Miss Sarah Sunshine of It's Circle Time will be at MY Museum, 10:15am-11am, with a fun and educational program for little ones including singing, dancing, stories, and more. Included with museum admission.

Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Machine at Slowfiber

5/1/26

$150

Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Sewing Lessons for the Adult Beginner and Their Sewing Machine taught by Dawn on Fridays, 11:30am-1:30pm, May 1-22. Space is limited - register online . Fee is $150.

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

5/1/26

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

DJ Traps at Compact Disco

5/1/26

Compact Disco

Compact Disco presents DJ Traps , a DMC Champion and longtime Compact Disco resident, on Friday, May 1. Doors open at 5pm. Ages 21+ only.

Matt Masih at Puma Road

5/1/26

Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Comedian Jonathan Van Ness at Golden State Theatre 2026

5/1/26

$51-$81

Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre presents Jonathan Van Ness, stopping by Monterey on his Hot and Healed comedy tour, on Friday, May 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $51-$81. For more information and to purchase tickets, ...