Events Calendar: 2026-07-04

Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is a must-attend celebration that draws approximately 20,000 people of all ages to line the streets in and around Old Monterey. We invite you to join us and revel in the festive floats, patriotic displays, entertaining costumes, and musical bands, including the 130-member Impulse Drum & Bugle Corps. The parade begins at 10am sharp.

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-4pm.

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

Colton Hall Museum presents Old Flags of Monterey, an exhibit featuring a variety of historic and replica flags. The Museum will be open on July 4, 10am-4pm. Free admission.

Included in this exhibit are several original flags, dating from the 19th century, that are seldom on public display.

Stars, Stripes & Stories: A Fourth of July Celebration at Cooper-Molera Adobe is a free, family-friendly community event celebrating Independence Day through live performances, crafts, storytelling, and more, 12pm-4pm. View the schedule.

Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar at Monterey Marriott Hotel announces a Dinner Special July 2-5, 5pm-10pm, in honor of Independence Day.

July 2-5, Fin + Field is offering Grilled Half Jidori Chicken...

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