- December 3
-- 8th Annual Holiday Parade of Lights
Holiday, Family Fun: Lighted parade will feature marching bands, holiday floats, dance teams, equestrian groups, and of course, Santa Claus. After the parade, stores will remain open for Holiday shopping & wagon rides, photos with Santa & carolers. Pacific Grove
Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 601.8424 - December 4 - 19
-- "The Eight: Reindeer Monologues"
Performing Arts: The Paper Wing Theatre Company is proud to present: "The Eight: Reindeer Monologues" by Jeff Goode Directed By Lj Brewer. Leave the kids at home for this one.
Fee: $15.00 General, $12.00 Students/SeniorsTime: Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 905.5684 - December 5
-- Scheid Vineyards Holiday Open House
Holiday, Celebration: Enjoy crafting holiday grapevine wreaths, nibbling on wonderful appetizers and holiday shopping. Don't forget the wine for Santa. Please, bring your children; Santa will fly in for photos! 305 Hilltown Road, Salinas
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 478.4946 - December 5
-- Galante Wine Tasting at Avant Garden
Wine Education: Join us before or after the tree lighting ceremony in the Village for some holiday cheer in a casual setting at Jeff and Randi's wonderful shop in the Village. Call for more information. 14 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley
Fee: Call for informationTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 659.9899 - December 6
-- Holiday Spectacular
Holiday, Live Music: Chateau Julien Wine Estate A magnificent performance of acoustic perfection featuring The Choral Project of San Jose. A cappella choir echoes beautifully throughout the Chai for an awe-inspiring event filled with holiday delight. A holiday wine tasting and gift reception follows in the eloquently decorated Great Hall. 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
Fee: $40/$30 Club MembersTime: 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.2600 - December 7
-- Monterey Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Holiday, Family Fun: Gather on the lawn outside Colton Hall as the City of Monterey officially welcomes in the holiday season. Join Santa and the Mayor to enjoy the live music, caroling and good cheer which abound.
Fee: FreeTime: 6:15 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 646.5640 - December 10-15
-- Trees of Life
Holiday, Benefit: Light up the night sky by naming a light on the Hospice Foundation Trees of Life (Dec. 10, 5:30 p.m., National Steinbeck Center, One Main Street, Salinas; Dec. 11, 5:30 p.m., Veteran's Memorial Plaza, 649 San Benito Street, Hollister; Dec 13, 5 p.m., The Stanton Center Theater, King City High School, King City; Dec. 15, 5:30 p.m., Monterey Conference Center, Ferrante Rooms, Monterey. These symbolically named lights shining together form the 30-40 foot tall Trees of Life. These lights are each dedicated in someone's name and will be switched on as the celebration's finale in support of the Hospice Foundation. Each Tree of Life light dedication represents a minimum suggested donation of $25 to Hospice Foundation.
Fee: See DescriptionTime: See Description Phone Number: (831) 333.9023 - December 10 & 12
-- Christmas in the Adobes
Holiday, Celebration: Celebrate 25 years of Christmas in the Adobes with Monterey’s most historic buildings and gardens illuminated by candlelight and enhanced with period decorations, musical entertainment, costumed volunteers, and tasty refreshments. Special activities are planned at State Park sites to celebrate our 25th Anniversary! All proceeds from the event support children’s educational programs. Tickets are tax deductible.
Fee: $20 Adults/$2 Ages 6-17/Under 6 freeTime: Thurs & Sat 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 649.7120 - December 11-13
-- 11th Annual Monterey Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival
Festival, Live Music: The festival features some of the best balladeers and cowboy/girl poets in Monterey's three-day event. Western art and gear sale, Saturday night western ho-down, silent auction, and "cowboy" church service among other festivities. Monterey Conference Center, Monterey
Fee: VariesTime: Varies Phone Number: (800) 722.9652 - December 11
-- 13th Annual Truffle Dinner
Dining: To celebrate the long anticipated arrival of truffle season, Chef Cal Stamenov hosts an evening of culinary magnitude and allows his inspiration to combine local ingredients from the Central Coast with rare diamonds of Italy & France. The evening will begin with a cocktail reception featuring a prestigious Cuvee Champagne and Grey Goose Black Truffle Martinis. Cocktails are followed by a six-course chef's tasting menu and a once in a lifetime culinary experience. Bernardus Lodge, 415 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 658.3550 - December 18-19
-- Holiday Celebration Performance & Auction
Family Fun, Performing Arts: Join SpectorDance for the annual holiday celebration with a silent auction and performance. Get your gifts for the holiday or give yourself a gift while supporting SpectorDance. Bring the family to see a fabulous and diverse performance. SpectorDance Studio & Performance Space, 3343 Paul Davis Drive, Marina
Fee: Call for informationTime: Fri 7 p.m./Sat 2p.m. & 7p.m. Phone Number: (831) 384.1050 - December 31
-- First Night Monterey 2010
Festival, Family Fun: First Night Monterey celebrates the lively arts scene in Monterey County with it's 17th annual family-friendly celebration of the arts. Over 30 venues hold concurrent performances and actitivies for both adults and children. Dance performances, great food and lots of surprises! Rain or Shine!
Fee: Varies Time: 3:30 p.m. - Midnight Phone Number: (831) 373.4778
Ongoing Events- Ongoing
-- Carmel Walks
Historic: Discover the special charms of Carmel-by-the-Sea on a 2-hour guided walking tour thru secret pathways, hidden courtyards, award-winning gardens, and by enchanting fairytale cottages...the homes, haunts, and history of famous artists, writers, and movie stars. Learn about the spirit, characters, and customs that make Carmel unique.(Private group tours available upon request.) Meet in the courtyard of "The Pine Inn" on Lincoln Street at Ocean Avenue, Carmel
Fee: $25Time: Sat 10 a.m. & 2 p.m./Tue-Fri 10 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 642.2700 - Ongoing Fridays & Saturdays
-- Tor House and Hawk Tower Tours
Historic: Docent-led tours of Tor House, Hawk Tower and the old-world gardens. No children under 12. Advance reservations required. 26304 Ocean View Avenue, Carmel
Fee: $2-7Time: Hourly, beginning at 10 a.m. ending at 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.1813 - Daily
-- Wild Things Public Tours
Recreation, Family Fun: We'll meet you at the gate and take you on a one hour tour of our facility. Just show up...no need to call and no reservations needed. 'Meet & Greet' available after the tour for additional charge. 400 River Road, Salinas
Fee: $10 Adults/$8 ChildrenTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901 - September 23 - January 20
-- "Winemaker's dinners in the Forest"
Wine Maker’s Dinners Presented by Forge in the Forest Featuring a variety of prestigious California wines paired with a delectable 5 course dinner, prepared by Executive Chef Gene Moana Chalone Estate Vineyards-Sept. 23rd Hess Vineyards-Oct. 21st Wente Vineyards-Nov. 18th Rodney Strong Vineyards-Dec. 9th Paraiso Vineyards-Jan. 20th
Fee: $75++ per person (5 Pairings w/Dinner) Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm Phone Number: 831-624-RSVP (7787) - Every Sunday
-- Library Sundays at Taste Morgan
Wine Education: A unique opportunity to taste some older wines from Morgan's cellar. July 12th the 1994 Monterey Chardonnay, July 19th the 2002 Monterey Sauvignon Blacn & 1993 Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc and July 26th the 2003 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay. 204 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel
Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700 - October 1 - December 31
-- Half-Price Wine Night
Celebration: Starting Sunday, October 1, 2006, Montrio Bistro will offer customers a 50 percent discount on all bottles from its extensive wine list every Sunday night (allocated wines not included). Reservations are strongly recommended. 414 Calle Principal, Monterey
Fee: VariesTime: 4:30 p.m. - 10 p.m., every Sunday Phone Number: (831) 648.8880 - Every Sunday
-- Marina's Certified Farmers Market
Market, Live Music: Fresh produce, baked and ethnic foods, educational workshops, children's activities and crafts. Rain or Shine. Marina Village Shopping Center, 215 Reservation Road
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 384.6961 - Every Tuesday
-- Old Monterey Market Place
Market: Arts and crafts, handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, international food, organic produce, flowers, and pastries. Rain or Shine. Downtown Old Monterey
Fee: FreeTime: 4 p.m.-8 p.m. (ends at 7 p.m. in Winter) Phone Number: (831) 655.8070 - First Wednesday of the Month
-- World of Wine Series at Chateau Julien
Wine Education: Join Chateau Julien Viticulturist & Winemaker Marta Kraftzeck as she explores the unique flavors of wine regions throughout the world during monthly wine tasting sessions at the Wine Estate. Call for information on a complete listing of the featured wine regions. 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel
Fee: $40 per person/$35 Club MembersTime: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.2600 - Ongoing Thursdays
-- Historic Garden League Tours
Historic: Docent-led tours of historic gardens, including Doud House, as featured in House Beautiful. Reservations are encouraged. Tours begin at the picket fence, 210 Olivier Street, Monterey
Fee: $3.50 per personTime: 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 649.3364 - Ongoing Thursdays
-- Monterey Peninsula College Certified Farmer's Market
Family Fun: You;ll find a bountiful selection of produce, specialty items and beautiful plants and flowers at this bustling, fast-paced market. Monterey Peninsula College, 930 Fremont Street, Monterey
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 728.5060 - Third Thursday of the Month
-- Art After Hours at La Mirada
Museums & Exhibitions: This monthly open house offers light appetizers, wine and a chance to socialize while viewing some wonderful works of art. Monterey Museum of Art at La Mirada, 720 Via Mirada, Monterey
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 372.3689 - Every Friday
-- Fromage Fridays at Taste Morgan
Food & Wine Education: Whether you're winding down from a work week or winding up for a great weekend, Friday afternoons are for fun! At Taste Morgan, we believe Fridays are for Fromage (cheese) -- paired with marvelous wines and good company, of course! Drop in and enjoy a special cheese sampling paired with your tasting of Morgan and Lee Family Farm wines. 204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel
Fee: No additional tasting fees applyTime: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 626.3700 - Every Second Saturday of the month
-- San Juan Bautista Gallery Walk
Exhibition: Art Galleries and supporting shops and restaurants are open to 7 p.m. every second Saturday of each month. Wine and appetizers are available at Galeria Tonantzin, 115 Third Street from 5-7 p.m. Meet artists and enjoy historical San Juan Bautista.
Fee: Free to the publicTime: Galleries open from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: Galeria Tonantzin (831) 623.2783 - Every Saturday
-- Oldtown Certified/Organic Farmers' Market
Market: Enjoy live, family entertainment every week. Produce, flowers, international, bakery and specialty foods, arts, crafts, jewelry and gifts. Across from Maya Cinemas and the National Steinbeck Center, Salinas
Fee: FreeTime: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 776.5540 - First Friday of the Month
-- First Fridays Art Walk Oldtown Salinas
Celebration: Experience art of all shapes, sizes and mediums, live entertainment and light refreshments throughout Oldtown.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 758.9126 - First Saturday of the Month
-- Purrrfect Projects Tours at Wild Things
Family Fun: Wild Things invites kids and families to join us to participate in creating a fun arts and crafts project with a private tour afterwards. Craft projects are typically aimed at age groups between 4 and 11 years. 400 River Road, Salinas
Fee: $20 Kids(incl. craft)/$15 AdultsTime: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.1901 ext 3
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