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.
Performances at Forest Theater, Carmel, Mountain View and Santa Rita Ave. The Monterey Symphony presents Love Letter to Paris September 16 and 17 at 6:30 PM at the outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel. Take a moonlit walk through the music of Paris—past, present, and cinematic. Join the Monterey Symphony for our fifth Love Letter concert, […]
Performances at Forest Theater, Carmel, Mountain View and Santa Rita Ave. The Monterey Symphony presents Love Letter to Paris September 16 and 17 at 6:30 PM at the outdoor Forest Theater in Carmel. Take a moonlit walk through the music of Paris—past, present, and cinematic. Join the Monterey Symphony for our fifth Love Letter concert, […]
Pacific Grove Public Library presents Rhythms & Reads, monthly live music concerts. September 19 features the Miranda Perl Trio, entertaining with classic jazz and pop hits. October 10 features the Andrea Carter Trio, jazz with the vocalist from Andrea's Fault. All ages welcome, no cover.
Join us for a special opportunity to meet the artists of the 2025 Open Studios Art Tour at a special Artist Reception on Friday, September 19th, at 7 PM. Open Studios Art Tour is a free, self-guided event over two weekends . This year, we’re pleased to also include a Special Exhibition featuring OSAT participating […]
🌟 Get ready to rock! 🌟 Join the Carmel Valley Gem and Mineral Society for a dazzling weekend of discovery at its 63rd annual GEM SHOW! Explore a treasure trove of gems, minerals, fossils, crystals, and handcrafted jewelry. Enjoy the silent auction and exhibits for all ages. Whether you're a jewelry maker, seasoned collector or […]
This multimedia event will transform Lighthouse Avenue into a corridor of creativity with film screenings, street vendors, and performances. The Expo celebrates collaboration and diversity in the arts. Screenings will be hosted at venues throughout downtown Pacific Grove. Tickets: $12.00 Arts Expo Pass
The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world and is held annually on the 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey County Fairgrounds in Monterey, Calif. Monterey Jazz is about much more than our annual Festival. From our all-star touring ensembles, summer camps, and recitals, to local pop-up concerts and bringing professional jazz musicians […]
Join us for a bilingual performance of Pedacitos / Little Pieces, written and performed by ACFA Teatro Instructor Cristal González Ávila, with live music by ACFA Music Instructor Alejandro Gomez. This powerful and engaging reading blends poetry, storytelling, and music to celebrate resilience, identity, and the richness of everyday life. Through the coming-of-age journey of […]
Ekphrastic poetry is writing inspired by visual art. It describes what you see and how it makes you feel. It's not just about the artwork, but your experience of it. In this hands-on ekphrastic poetry workshop, participants will explore the art of writing poetry inspired by visual works of art and create a poem of […]
PACIFIC GROVE, Calif. (September 15, 2025) — The Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History has partnered with local artist Cady DeLay for a series of field sketching classes open to all knowledge levels and ages 12 and up. Participating artists ages 12-18 are also offered the opportunity to show their completed works in a new […]
The Carmel International Film Festival (CIFFest) is where creativity meets community on California’s iconic coast. Originally established in 1929 and reimagined for today’s audiences, CIFFest has become a premier destination for filmmakers, industry leaders, and film lovers. Held in the artistic haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and visionary talent through powerful screenings, […]
The Carmel International Film Festival (CIFFest) is where creativity meets community on California’s iconic coast. Originally established in 1929 and reimagined for today’s audiences, CIFFest has become a premier destination for filmmakers, industry leaders, and film lovers. Held in the artistic haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and visionary talent through powerful screenings, […]
FREE after-hours access to the Museum on the First Friday of the month. Join us for an evening of art, music, and community gathering!
A monthly event to celebrate local artists in Salinas and North and South Monterey County. Live music and food/wine provided.
Inspired 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. Held in the colorful Sand City Art Park, surrounded by stunning murals, the market creates a unique and inviting atmosphere. We are committed to fostering […]
Join Controlled Chaos Improv at Monterey’s legendary historical landmark, California's First Theatre! In the autumn of 1847, the adobe was converted into a theater to perform comedic skits. Now, 178 years later, Controlled Chaos Improv brings comedy back to California's First Theatre! These talented improvisers will create hilarious scenes on the spot based entirely on […]
The Carmel International Film Festival (CIFFest) is where creativity meets community on California’s iconic coast. Originally established in 1929 and reimagined for today’s audiences, CIFFest has become a premier destination for filmmakers, industry leaders, and film lovers. Held in the artistic haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and visionary talent through powerful screenings, […]
The Carmel International Film Festival (CIFFest) is where creativity meets community on California’s iconic coast. Originally established in 1929 and reimagined for today’s audiences, CIFFest has become a premier destination for filmmakers, industry leaders, and film lovers. Held in the artistic haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the festival celebrates bold storytelling and visionary talent through powerful screenings, […]
What if art could change lives? A powerful new exhibit at the County of Monterey Administration building in Salinas proves it can. The installation showcases work by inmates from Soledad Correctional Training Facility—videos, audio, poetry and visual pieces that reveal the transformative potential of creativity and rehabilitation behind bars. Created through the Life on Art's […]
The Central Coast Art Association presents a discussion with contemporary artist, Hanif Panni. Come learn more about digital art and see how this true master uses digital tools in his work. El Estero Center 777 Pearl Street in Monterey Free to attend.
