MC Youth Poet Laureate BOS Resolution
Join Arts4MC at the Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, April 29, at 10 AM at the County Government Center, as they proudly present a resolution recognizing the upcoming 2025-2026 […]
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20 events found.
Welcome to our arts event calendar! This calendar supports arts programs and events in Monterey County. Find your next creative adventure, or submit your event to be added here upon approval.
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Government Center 168 W. Alisal St, Salinas, CA, United States
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Monterey County Youth Poet Laureate Commencement Ceremony
Marina Library 190 Seaside Circle, Marina, CA, United StatesYou are invited to the 2025 -2026 Monterey County Youth Poet Laureate Commencement Ceremony—an evening celebrating the voices of young poets and introducing the next Youth Poet Laureate. Date: Tuesday, […]
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Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era
Monterey History & Art Association at Stanton Center 5 Custom Plaza, Monterey, CA, United States2nd annual Central Coast Conference. "Seldom Heard History of the Civil War Era" will feature a full weekend of presentations by a roster of preeminent authors and historians, to be […]
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First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940 559 Pacific Street, MontereyFREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
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First Friday Artist Reception at ArtWorks @Salinas: Javier Lopez Jr. presents “Home: From the Valley to the Peninsula”
ArtWorks @Salinas 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, United StatesJoin us on Friday, May 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM at ArtWorks @Salinas (262 Main Street, Salinas) for a special Artist Reception with local artist Javier Lopez Jr. Experience his […]
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Night Market 831
sand city art park 525 Ortiz Ave, Sand City, CA, United StatesInspired by the vibrant open-air street bazaars from around the world, Night Market 831 is a lively gathering where friends and families can sip, savor, socialize, dance, shop, and explore. […]
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illustrating Nature Returns to the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History on May 2, 2025
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History 165 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove,, CAPACIFIC GROVE, Calif. — Illustrating Nature, the much-anticipated showing of student works from CSUMB’s graduate Science Illustration Program will once again be on display at the Pacific Grove Museum of […]
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Catalyst Quartet & Todd Palmer, Clarinet
Sunset Center San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CAPre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm. The program includes pieces by David and Samuel. David Bruce “Gumboots”(2008) Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Quintet in F-sharp Minor for Clarinet and Strings, op. 10 Performers Karla […]
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Garden Party 2025: Celebration of Spring & Poetry
Robinson Jeffers Tor House Foundation 26304 Ocean View Ave, Carmel-by-the-SeaEnjoy strolls in the springtime gardens. Tor House docents will read poetry and offer informed context to your visit inside this unique early 20th century cottage and tower, both built […]
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Carmel Art Walk
Throughout Carmel by the Sea CA, United StatesFounded and run by local artists, the Carmel Art Walk is a free and family-friendly event. Support our local artists and keep the HEART of Carmel beating strong! Carmel Art […]
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SETH MULDER & MIDNIGHT RUN WITH OTTER OPRY
Monterey United Methodist Church 1 Soledad Drive, Monterey, CA, United StatesOnce again, Otter Opry will be knocking your bluegrass socks off with an awesome show on Tuesday, May 13th at the United Methodist Church: Seth Mulder & Midnight Run. Hailing […]
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Opening Celebration of the 2025 Monterey Biennial at the Monterey Museum of Art
Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940 559 Pacific Street, MontereyAll are welcome to join Monterey Biennial artists, friends, and families for the opening of the Biennial at Monterey Museum of Art. Enjoy beverages and light bites in MMA's Sculpture […]
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Monterey Symphony’s Season Closer
Sunset Center San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CACarmel/Monterey, CA – Monterey Symphony closes their 79th season on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 18th, at 3:00 PM at Sunset Center in Carmel. “We […]
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Monterey Symphony’s Final Season Closer
Sunset Center San Carlos St at Ninth Ave, Carmel by the Sea, CACarmel/Monterey, CA – Monterey Symphony closes their 79th season on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 18th, at 3:00 PM at Sunset Center in Carmel. “We […]
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Controlled Chaos Improv at the Pacific Grove Art Center!
Pacific Grove Art Center 568 Lighthouse Ave., Pacific Grove, CA, United StatesGet ready for a night of non-stop laughter and unpredictable fun at the Pacific Grove Art Center! Controlled Chaos Improv puts their own twist on traditional improvisational theatre. Quick wit […]
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Stanton Center 5 Custom Plaza, Monterey, CA, United StatesA Concert Immersion for the Soul: An afternoon of original music, sacred sound, ancestral healing & collective elevation. An Opportunity to be Part of Something Unique on the Monterey Peninsula […]
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7 Artist 1 Show
ArtWorks @Salinas 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, United StatesLearn more at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/7-artists-1-show-tickets-1374936053749?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
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First Friday Monterey Museum of Art
Monterey Museum of Art, 559 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA 93940 559 Pacific Street, MontereyFREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
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MMA First Friday—Monterey Biennial
559 Pacific St, Monterey, CA, United States, CaliforniaEnjoy an evening at MMA filled with live music by Kito Rayburn, local food and beverages, and interactive art activities for all ages. This special Biennial-themed First Friday will bring […]
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First Friday Artist Reception at ArtWorks @Salinas: Javier Lopez Jr. presents “Home: From the Valley to the Peninsula”
ArtWorks @Salinas 262 Main Street, Salinas, CA, United StatesJoin us for a special Artist Reception with local artist Javier Lopez Jr. Experience his heartfelt exhibit alongside the inspiring PhotoCarmel display celebrating photography on the Central Coast. Enjoy light […]