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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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Holiday Week eBike Tour
First Night Monterey
Wild Wild West - Portola Hotel & Spa's 2025 New Year's Eve Party
New Year's Eve Dinner
New Years Eve
No Cover New Years at Tipsy Putt, Monterey
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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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Inside Monterey with Tim Jackson, Artistic Director at Monterey Jazz Festival
Learn More: Inside Monterey with Tim Jackson, Artistic Director at Monterey Jazz FestivalWho knows Monterey best? Locals do. We asked locals what they love most about Monterey County. Whether you’re a resident looking for new spots or…
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Inside Monterey with DJ Luna, DJ at Pearl Hour
Learn More: Inside Monterey with DJ Luna, DJ at Pearl HourWho 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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Celebrate Monterey's Italian Heritage at the 90th Festa Italia
Learn More: Celebrate Monterey's Italian Heritage at the 90th Festa ItaliaDon’t miss the award-winning 90th Festa Italia, celebrating Monterey’s Italian heritage and cultural traditions. Join us for this special festival honoring the local fishermen of Monterey, both…