Live Music

Hear music the way it was meant to be: live, in person. Indoors or outdoors, small venue or large, experience a unique performance and have fun being part of an audience.

Upcoming Events

Better Together at Albatross Ridge

 
5/16/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Kris Angelis at Puma Road

 
5/16/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents award-winning singer-songwriter Kris Angelis . Enjoy wine tastings and wines by the glass or bottle while listening to her great music.

2025 Monterey Biennial Opening Celebration

 
5/17/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

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.

Kito Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
5/17/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Kristen Gradwohl at Puma Road

 
5/17/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
5/18/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Ryan Sesma at Melville Tavern

 
5/20/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Ryan Sesma. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Kito Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
5/23/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Joyce Sampson at Puma Road

 
5/23/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Dan Cioper at Albatross Ridge

 
5/24/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

About Albatross Ridge

Albatross Ridge...

Adam Behan at Puma Road

 
5/24/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Adam Behan . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
5/25/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Monterey County Pops! Free Memorial Day Concert 2025

 
5/26/25
 
free
 
Colton Hall Lawn

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.

Casey Frazier at Melville Tavern

 
5/27/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature singer-songwriter Casey Frazier . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
5/30/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Kito Rayburn at Puma Road

 
5/30/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents singer-songwriter Kito Rayburn . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

About Puma Road

Puma...

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
5/31/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Blaise DiGirolamo at Puma Road

 
5/31/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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...

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
6/1/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Ryan Sesma at Melville Tavern

 
6/3/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Ryan Sesma. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Kris Angelis at Albatross Ridge

 
6/6/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Peter Barnes Martin at Albatross Ridge

 
6/7/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Wild at Heart Duo at Melville Tavern

 
6/10/25
 
no cover
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature the Wild at Heart Duo with vocalist Lisa Kincaid and guitarist Sam Nilsson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended.

RJ DeMarco at Albatross Ridge

 
6/13/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Dan Cioper at Albatross Ridge

 
6/14/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

About Albatross Ridge

Albatross Ridge...

Dr. T and the Remedy at Melville Tavern

 
6/17/25
 
no cover
 
Melville Tavern

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.

E & K Band at Albatross Ridge

 
6/20/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Maya and Keith Rayburn at Albatross Ridge

 
6/21/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Chuck Brewer at Melville Tavern

 
6/24/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Chuck Brewer . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Magenta Spreen at Albatross Ridge

 
6/27/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
6/28/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

E & K Band at Albatross Ridge

 
6/29/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

Monterey 4th of July Parade 2025

 
7/4/25
 
free
 
Old Monterey District

Monterey's annual 4th of July Parade is a must-attend celebration that draws approximately 15,000 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. The parade begins at 10am sharp.

First Friday at Monterey Museum of Art

 
8/1/25
 
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 evening of art, music, refreshments, and community gathering.

Past Events

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
3/28/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Ryan Sesma at Albatross Ridge

 
7/12/24
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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 selecting of craft beer.

Glenn Bell at Puma Road

 
12/22/24
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at Golden State Theatre 2023

 
11/11/23
 
$30-$180
 
Golden State Theatre

The Golden State Theatre presents Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox on Saturday, November 11 at 8pm. Tickets are $30-$180. To purchase tickets, please click here .

Postmodern Jukebox joyfully remakes the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of yesterday. A celebration of vintage music and culture, their live shows are an unforgettable trip back in time through the lens of the present day.

Joyce Sampson at Puma Road

 
3/14/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Shilstone and Wilson at Melville Tavern

 
5/13/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature Mark Shilstone and Rod Wilson. Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm.

Zack Freitas at Albatross Ridge

 
5/10/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen presents singer-songwriter Zack Freitas . Experience the magic of live music along with award-winning wines, tapas style light bites, and a rotating selecting of craft beer.

Gin Fragonard at Puma Road

 
5/10/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

Puma Road at Portola Plaza presents talented singer-songwriter Gin Fragonard . Enjoy wine tasting, wines by the glass, and wines by the bottle while you listen to one of our favorite local acts.

Dan Cioper at Albatross Ridge

 
5/9/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

About Albatross Ridge

Albatross Ridge...

Matt Masih at Puma Road

 
5/9/25
 
 
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.

La Santa Cecilia at Golden State Theatre 2025

 
5/7/25
 
$42-$77
 
Golden State Theatre

The Golden State Theatre presents the Grammy Award winning band La Santa Cecilia . Tickets are $42-$77 - purchase here .

A creative hybrid of Latin rock and world music, the group draws inspiration from cumbia, bossa-nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz, and klezmer in their colorful, passionate performances.

Chuck Brewer at Melville Tavern

 
5/6/25
 
 
Melville Tavern

Melville Tavern hosts live music every Tuesday, 6pm-8pm. Tonight we'll feature local musician Chuck Brewer . Arrive early and enjoy our Happy Hour, 4pm-6pm. Dinner reservations recommended. No cover.

Peter Barnes Martin at Puma Road

 
5/4/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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.

Peter Barnes Martin at Albatross Ridge

 
5/3/25
 
 
Albatross Ridge Winery and Kitchen

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.

She Writes Songs: A Songwriter Showcase at Wendi Kirby Music

 
5/3/25
 
$55
 
Wendi Kirby Music, LLC

Wendi Kirby Music and Just Jazz present She Writes Songs , a women's singer-songwriter showcase and networking event featuring performances by Anne Sibley, Julie Capili, Jeni Keszler, Wendi Kirby, and Sarah Gillespie.

Enjoy music, wine, canapes, and a Q&A session with music executive Stephen Budd. Tickets $55 - purchase here .

Cement Ship at Puma Road

 
5/3/25
 
 
Puma Road at Portola Plaza

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