Monterey County - February Events

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

• Every Other Friday Night: February 13-June 16 -- Seasonal Dining at Pessagno Winery
  Dining: 1645 River Road is a dynamic, seasonal dining experience created by Chef Todd Fisher & Winemaker Steve Pessagno. Together they bring you Monterey County's most distinctive 'Wine & Dine' experience. Combining award-wining, hand crafted wines from Pessagno and a seasonally inspired menu. Reservations required. Pessagno Winery, 1645 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: VariesTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 206.8401

• 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

• 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

• Wednesdays -- Tarpy's Wine-Down Wednesdays
  Wine Education: Join us every week through May as we showcase a different Monterey County wine. Also try our weekly pre-fix menu specially designed to complement the week's featured wine. 2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey
  Fee: Half-price featured wine by the glassTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 647.1444

• 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 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

• TBA -- Divine Wine & Dinner Rendezvous
  Celebration, Dining: Treat your loved one to an elegant night to remember at our Romantic Rendezvous Dinner in the beautiful historic mansion. Featuring a wine tasting reception with McIntyre Vineyards, specialty 4-course dinner and live entertainment. Chateau Coralini, 100 River Road, Salinas
  Fee: $125 per personTime: 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 455.2100

• TBA -- Monterey Wine Auction & Gala
  Wine & Food Education: Hosted in the private barrel room at Kendall Jackson Monterey, the Monterey Wine Auction & Gala will feature a reverse draw, included in your ticket purchase. Two lucky guests will be whisked away to Tahiti and Bora Bora for an amazing retreat full of leisure and relaxation. Other reverse draw packages will include a Giants Baseball excursion, San Francisco Weekend Theatre Getaway and Spa & Pamper Day. Monterey creates Exquisite wines for the world to enjoy, now we are bringing our wines and the world to you.
  Fee: $175 per personTime: 6:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 375.9400

• TBA -- Valentine's Passport
  Celebration: The twelve vintners along Monterey's River Road Wine Trail want to share the love! Make your plans for this special day of rare vintages, fun, food, and celebration all things amour. As a Passport-carrying VIP, you'll receive a souvenir glass, a sweets gift, entry into a grand drawing, and special discounts.
  Fee: $20 Advance/$25 after Feb 1Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 675.5341

• TBA -- AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
  Recreation: Each year, the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am is hosted by three of the Monterey Peninsula's premier golf courses: Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course and Poppy Hills Golf Course. Pebble Beach
  Fee: Call for ticketsTime: Call for event times Phone Number: (831) 644.0333

• TBA -- Galante Vineyards New Release Open House
  Celebration: We are pleased to announce our upcoming Open House where we will be sampling some exciting soon to be released bottled wines and barrel samples. As always we will have tasty hors d’oeuvres appropriately paired with the wines and a fun time will be had by all. Special pricing will be offered on all our wines the day of the event. Email dawn@galantevineyards.com for reservations. 18181 Cachagua Road, Carmel Valley
  Fee: $10/Wine Gang Members FreeTime: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (800) GALANTE

• TBA -- Gem & Bead Faire
  Fair: Unusual and rare gems and minerals. Classes and demonstrations, jewelry repair service while you wait, plus a chance to win hourly prizes. Nearly 40 exhibitors. Monterey County Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Road, Monterey
  Fee: FreeTime: Fri 12pm-7pm/Sat 10am-6pm/Sun 10am-5pm Phone Number: (503) 252.8300

• TBA -- "Hollywood's Big Night Gala"
  Celebration, Benefit: Celebrate the Academy Awards® Presentations with a live telecast. It's the non-profit Monterey County Film Commission's 19th annual fundraiser. Dinner, wines sponsored by Scheid Vineyards, silent auction and more. Call for reservations. Inn at Spanish Bay, 2700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach
  Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 646.0910