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Happenings in Monterey County
Whether you’re a vintage car fanatic in town for Monterey Car Week, a melomaniac on your way to California Roots Festival and Monterey Jazz Festival or simply out on a spur-of-the-moment getaway and looking for things to do this weekend, there’s always something to celebrate in Monterey County. For year-round entertainment, head to our Annual Events Calendar or download the Annual Events PDF. Want to keep up to date on what’s happening in Monterey County? Subscribe to our newsletter.
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Monterey County’s diverse parks range from tiny jewels beloved by birdwatchers to the vast, unspoiled spaces of the Los Padres National Forest and Fort Ord National Monument. Whether your interest is braving Sniveley’s Ridge Trail, spying a condor at Pinnacles National Park, up-close-and-personal stargazing at Fremont Peak State Park or the peace and tranquility of Pacific Grove’s Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary, you’ll find Monterey County’s parks are the perfect place for outdoor fun.
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Christmas Eve Cioppino Special
Winter Wonderland
Christmas Dinner Celebration
Christmas at Peter B's Brewpub
Christmas with The Lantern Room
" Christmas Dinner at Estéban Restaurant "
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What path do you take? Out here, it’s a whole world of paths….and each one takes you to something incredible. From the dramatic panoramas of Big Sur to the fairytale cottages of Carmel-by-the-Sea, these paths tie all of Monterey together, creating one big, epic journey. A visit to the iconic Monterey Bay Aquarium and a trip through time on historic Cannery Row merely scratch the surface of things to do on California’s central coast. No matter what path you take, it’s sure to lead to inspiration. For additional inspiration, stay in the know with our e-Newsletter.
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17 Things to Do on 17-Mile Drive
Learn More: 17 Things to Do on 17-Mile DriveFollow the red-dotted line. 17-Mile Drive is a magical place. Travel + Leisure calls it one of America’s Most Scenic Drives. From the iconic golf…
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Inside Monterey with Barry Toepke, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
Learn More: Inside Monterey with Barry Toepke, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna SecaWho knows Monterey best? Locals do. We asked locals what they love most about Monterey County. Whether you are a resident looking for new spots…
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Top Reasons to Attend the 67th Monterey Jazz Festival
Learn More: Top Reasons to Attend the 67th Monterey Jazz FestivalThe Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world and in 2024, the event takes place September 27-29 at the Monterey…