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Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the musical duo Better Together . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Irish storyteller and singer Helena Byrne brings stories of Irish Fairies and ghosts, adored folk songs, and enchanting entertainment for an exhilarating evening performance for all ages at Monterey Public Library on Friday, May 16, 6:30pm-8pm...

All are welcome to join us in celebrating the opening of the 2025 Monterey Biennial at Monterey Museum of Art on Sat, May 17, 11am-4pm. Admission is free.

Enjoy beverages and light bites in the sculpture garden and spend time in the galleries exploring this exhibition featuring the work of 122 dynamic, diverse artists living in Central California.

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents talented local musician Kristen Gradwohl. 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 presents actor and comedian Marlon Wayans on Saturday, May 17 at 8pm. Purchase tickets here .

Marlon Wayans is best known for his work with his brother, Shawn Wayans, on The WB sitcom The Wayans Bros. , and in their many films.

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.

The Golden State Theatre presents Chris Isaak on Tuesday, May 20 at 8pm. Tickets are $91-$182. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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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 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 an amazing chance to hear two Blues Hall of Fame legends, Elvin Bishop and Charlie Musselwhite , on Saturday, May 24 at 8pm. Tickets are $55-$119 - purchase here . Don't miss seeing these two extraordinary artists perform live.

Enjoy a free Memorial Day Concert for all ages on the lawn in front of Colton Hall and Monterey City Hall on Monday, May 26. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic snacks!

At 12:45pm, Heartstrings will start the show. At 1:15pm, the Soquel High School Jazz Singers will perform. At 2pm, the full 40-piece Monterey County Pops! orchestra , conducted and hosted by Dr. Carl Christensen, will play a selection of popular and patriotic music.

Monterey Public Library Friends & Foundation hosts Alka Joshi , author of The Henna Artist , on Thursday, May 29, 6pm-8pm in the Community Room of Monterey Public Library.

Tonight, Joshi will discuss her much-anticipated new novel, Six Days in Bombay, and share insights into her writing process. Tickets are $25 - registration required .

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 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...

Golden State Theatre presents Choir! Choir! Choir! : An Epic Anthems Sing-Along on Saturday, May 31 at 8pm. Tickets are $37-$73. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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 presents Three Dog Night on Thursday, June 5 at 8pm. Tickets are $58-$152. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .

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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.

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.

The Golden State Theatre presents a night of yacht rock with Mustache Harbor on Saturday, June 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $31-$37. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click 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.

The Golden State Theatre presents An Intimate Evening with Walter Trout on Friday, June 13 at 8pm. Tickets are $37-$82. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature Dr. T and the Remedy, with Greg Tapson and Steve Moseley. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover charge.

Spend the longest day of the year at the Monterey Biennial at this unique event dedicated to California's creative community. Join other artists, gallerists, and prominent members of the region for an evening of...

The Golden State Theatre presents Wayne Newton : Up Close and Personal on Saturday, June 21 at 8pm. Tickets are $88-$159. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the musical duo Magenta Spreen , featuring singer-songwriters Kristen Gradwohl and Talmon Owens. Experience live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

The annual LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration and Parade will return to Downtown Old Monterey on Saturday, June 28. Parade begins at 11am, going down Alvarado Street from Pearl to Franklin.

After the parade, bring the whole family to Custom House Plaza, 12pm-3pm, to enjoy speakers and free entertainment for all ages, lunch from local food trucks, and info tables from over 65 groups and agencies.

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents the E&K Band - singer Eliza James and singer-guitarist Keith Rayburn. Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Compact Disco is celebrating our second anniversary on Friday, July 25 with a very special guest DJ set by Ken Jordan along with house impresario Kenny Summit. Tickets go on sale June 1st - visit our Instagram page...