Holidays

First Night Monterey 2024

 
12/31/23
 
 
Old Monterey District

A community celebration of the arts, First Night Monterey is an affordable, alcohol-free family celebration held on New Year’s Eve, 3pm-midnight, in the heart of Downtown Old Monterey. Join us as we dance, play, act, perform, create and sing our way into 2024! Featuring multiple performance venues. Purchase your admission button here.

Christmas in the Adobes 2024

 
12/13/24
 
$30/$45
 
Custom House Store

Christmas in the Adobes on December 13 & 14 is Monterey's signature holiday event! Stroll the streets of Monterey and stop in at any one of the many decorated adobes with soft holiday lights and entertainment. The event supports Monterey State Historic Park's K-12 educational history program.

Tickets are $30 per night for adults and free for children and youth age 17 and under. A 2-night Gold Pass is $45. Reserve tickets online.

Marc Stephen Johnson Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Through February, Webster Street Art Gallery is featuring the work of its proprietor, Marc Stephen Johnson, at 188 Webster Street.

Enjoy an exhibit of Marc's paintings and fiber art (knitting) plus portraits of him done over the years by his many talented friends in a variety of media. Open Tue-Fri, 11am-3pm.

No Farmers Market on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve

 
12/24/24
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

The Old Monterey Marketplace and Farmers' Market will be closed on December 24 and December 31. We wish you a very happy holidays and hope to see you on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, 4pm-7pm.

Holiday Prime Rib Dinner Served at Rosine's

 
12/13/24
 
 
Rosine's Restaurant

In celebration of the holidays, Rosine's is serving a special Prime Rib Dinner on Friday nights, December 13, 20, and 27. Enjoy 12oz prime rib au jus, baked potato, carrots, special broccoli casserole and creamy horseradish sauce for $39.

Holiday Cocktails and Mocktails at Rosine's Restaurant 2024

Rosine's Restaurant has a new selection of holiday cocktails and mocktails! Join us this season in our beautifully decorated dining room, sipping on cozy seasonal favorites and discovering exciting new signature cocktails at 434 Alvarado Street.

Christmas Dinner at Esteban Restaurant 2024

 
12/25/24
 
 
Esteban Restaurant

Esteban Restaurant invites you to celebrate your Christmas Day meal with us, 2pm-8pm. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. We'll offer a three-course dinner special as well as a selection of regular menu items and a children's menu. Call to reserve your table, 831-375-0176.

December Discount on The Whisky Club's Barrel Picks

In December, all Barrel Picks at The Whisky Club's retail bottle shop are 10% off. Visit us at 425 Alvarado Street to find unique expressions, obtained exclusively by TWC from the distillery, that make excellent gifts for the discerning whisky lover.

First Night Monterey 2025 Seeks Volunteers

First Night Monterey is seeking volunteers for their upcoming New Year's Eve celebration in Downtown Old Monterey. If you, your family, or your group are interested in joining them for a fun and festive evening for a 4-hour shift, please visit their volunteer page .

Artisan Holiday Craft Sale at Slowfiber 2024

Slowfiber is hosting our second annual Artisan Holiday Craft Sale, now through December 21. You'll find beautiful textiles, hand knit goods, slow stitched items, and more by 12 local makers. It's perfect for holiday shopping!

Open Wed-Sat, 11am-5pm, at Slowfiber, 517A Hartnell Street.

Winter Market at Stokes Adobe 2024

 
12/7/24
 
 
Stokes Adobe

Stokes Adobe is hosting a holiday market by local artisans and entrepreneurs on Saturday, Dec. 7, 12pm-5pm. This will be a unique holiday shopping experience featuring one-of-a-kind gifts.

Holiday Reception at Venture Gallery

 
12/7/24
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet the local artists behind our December group show, A Few of My Favorite Things . Drop by the gallery for our holiday reception, view these small, favorite works of art, and speak with the creators. Attendees may enter their names in a drawing to win a $200 gallery gift certificate.

"A Few of My Favorite Things" at Venture Gallery, December 2024

Venture Gallery presents a group exhibit of local artists, A Few of My Favorite Things . The show features smaller, favorite works that have special meaning for the artists who made them and are perfect for gifting.

Venture Gallery is open daily, 10am-6pm, at 260 Alvarado Street.

Custom Shortbread Cookies from Freedom Bakery

Freedom Bakery's personalized cookies make the perfect gift to send to family, friends, and clients. These delicious butter shortbread cookies, printed with your photo or business logo, are individually wrapped and available in different shapes and sizes.

Whether as...

Screening of "Elf" at Golden State Theatre

 
12/6/24
 
$8-$10
 
Golden State Theatre

Golden State Theatre is holding a screening of Elf (2003) starring Will Farrell as part of our Toys for Tots holiday fundraiser. Doors open 5:30pm, film starts at 6pm.

Tickets are $8-10 - purchase here . Please bring a new, unwrapped toy, book, or game or a non-perishable food item for those in need.

Gift Cards for High Scores Arcade

Give the gift of unlimited play! High Scores Arcade is offering gift cards, available both online and at the front desk of the arcade at 459 Alvarado Street.

There could be no better present for the retro gaming enthusiast in your life - we offer unlimited gaming by the hour or an all-day pass with in-and-out privileges.

Tim Robinson Featured at Webster Street Art Gallery

Webster Street Art Gallery presents an exhibit of work by Central Coast artist Tim Robinson through January 10 at 188 Webster Street.

The show features works of portraiture and landscapes including scenes from Big Sur and the gardens of Old Monterey's historic adobes. All pieces available for purchase.

Merch Sale at Alvarado Street Brewery

 
11/29/24
 
 
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

Alvarado Street Brewery is offering up to 60% off select merchandise at our Alvarado Street location, Nov. 29 - Dec. 1. You'll also find new fall/winter merchandise, including a limited-edition ugly holiday sweater and some fresh flannels to keep you warm.

New Cookbook from Rosine's Restaurant

Ever wish you could recreate the wonderful flavors of Rosine's Restaurant at home? Here's your chance! Rosine's Cuisine , the Culcasi Family's recently redesigned cookbook with all new recipes, is now available at 434 Alvarado Street and online .

Featuring a treasure trove of recipes from Monterey's legendary family restaurant, the cookbook makes a great holiday gift. Treat yourself or friends and family!

Discounts at Haute Beauty Guide on Small Business Saturday

 
11/30/24
 
 
Haute Beauty Guide

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Haute Beauty Guide is here to make your holidays a little more radiant. On Small Business Saturday, 10am-2pm, you'll get 20% off all retail as well as $50 off every...

Fleet Feet Specials on Small Business Saturday

 
11/30/24
 
 
Fleet Feet Monterey

Fleet Feet Monterey has lots of sales going on from Thanksgiving week through the end of December 2024. Stop by the shop on Small Business Saturday, 10am-6pm, to catch some great deals.

Holiday Sales

10%-30% off select Shokz bone...