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 - Mid-October through May
-- Monterey Symphony Concert Series
Live Music: The Monterey Symphony presents a 7 concert series from October to May at Sunset Center, Carmel and Sherwood Hall, Salinas. Please call us for additional details and ticket information.
Fee: Varies by PerformanceTime: 3 p.m. Sundays; 8 p.m. Monday & Tuesday Phone Number: (800) 698.1138 - 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 - May 1 - 23
-- 'Mr. Marmalade' at Paper Wing Theatre
Performing Arts: 'Mr. Marmalade' is a savage black comedy about what it takes to grow up in these difficult times. The Paper Wing Theatre is located at 320 Hoffman Ave. (at the corner of Lighthouse).
Fee: $10Time: Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 675.0521 - 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 - Ongoing Tuesdays
-- Farmer's Market at The Barnyard
Family Fun: Seasonal organic fruit, vegetables and flowers grace this fantastic outdoor farmer's market. The Barnyard, Carmel, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 624.8886 - 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 - 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 - TBA
-- 3rd Annual Santa Lucia Highlands Gala: "A Highlands' Fling"
Celebration: Join the vintners of the Santa Lucia Highlands for this third annual, exclusive tasting. Sample limited release gems and hard-to-get vintages, offered by the winemakers themselves and paired to elegant hors d'oeuvres from master chef Terry Teplitzky. The setting this year will be beautiful Hahn Estates, 37700 Foothill Road, Soledad
Fee: $85Time: 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 678.4555 - TBA
-- 10th Annual Festival of the Winds
Family Fun: Marina International Festival of the Winds is a celebration of the wind and features kite flying, hang gliding, wind-related art and science projects, giant kite demonstrations, kite-making workshops, food and vendor booths, and a giant inflatable air park. Glorya Jean Tate Park and Marina State Beach in Marina, just off Hwy 1 and Reservation Road on the Monterey Bay.
Fee: FreeTime: Sat 10a.m.-5:30p.m./Sun 11a.m. - 5p.m. Phone Number: (831) 884.1278 - TBA
-- Salinas Valley Fair
Family Fun: Enjoy the atmosphere of an old-fashioned county fair, complete with carnival, bull-riding, craft and 4-H exhibits, music and more. 625 Division Street, King City
Fee: VariesTime: Varies Phone Number: (831) 385.3243 - TBA
-- River Road Wine Trail SpringFest
Celebration: Join us for the 15th annual SpringFest featuring new releases, barrel sampling, food and entertainment at our member wineries. Contact the individual wineries for their scheduled activities. See you there! No reservations required.
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 678.0300 - TBA
-- Monterey Rock & Rod Festival
Festival: Celebration of 50's & 60's Rock n' Roll and custom and classic cars. Proceeds benefit Gateway Center, aiding the developmentally disabled in Monterey County. Includes concert starring The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie on Saturday evening. Monterey County Fairgrounds
Fee: $25 2-day pass/$20 daily passTime: Fri-Sat 10a.m.-10p.m./Sun 10a.m.-6p.m. Phone Number: (831) 649.0102 - TBA
-- Celebrate Mama!
Festival, Family Fun: Join us for this year's event designed to showcase different resources for Mamas of all ages and stages. The first 250 mamas will receive a free goody bag! The American Tin Cannery, 125 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (831) 754.BABY - TBA
-- Pebble Beach Equestrian Challenge
Recreation: Rated a Level A horse show, this show is perfect for setting up for the next round of preparedness in the quest for equestrian excellence as trainers, riders and horses move closer to the excitement of the big summer shows. Portola Road & Alva Lane, Pebble Beach
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (831) 624.2756 - TBA
-- 50th Annual Castroville Artichoke Festival
Festival, Live Music: Agro Art Competition, parade, children's activities, food, cooking demos, wine tasting, arts & crafts, farmers market, field tours and much more! Castroville
Fee: $8 Adults/$4 children 12 and underTime: Sat 10a.m. - 6p.m./Sun 10a.m. - 5p.m. Phone Number: (831) 633.2465 - TBA
-- 16th Annual Carmel Art Festival
Festival: The Carmel Art Festival is a public benefit event held to educate and inspire people of all ages about the visual arts. In addition to the Plein Air and Sculpture-in-the-Park events, the CAF is host to the Carmel Youth Art Show, Quick Draw, and Kids Art Day. The Carmel Art Festival is a non-profit organization with donations from these events supporting local youth art programs. Downtown Carmel.
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for Information Phone Number: (831) 642.2503 - TBA
-- Hoedown at the Pink Elephant Lounge
Benefit: Wild Things and EARS presents its 8th annual EARS Fundraiser at the Vision Quest Ranch in Salinas. It's a hoedown guaranteed to be unlike any other you've ever attended! We're giving it a"WILD" twist! Live and Silent Auctions, Live Music, Dancing, Fine Wine, Wild & Exotic Animals and much more!
Fee: Call for information & reservationsTime: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (831)455.3180
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