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.
NIGHT THREE: Where Are Our Local Composers? Featured Composers: Sor Juana Inez De La Cruz, Isabella Leonarda, Lady Mary Dering, and Stephanie Valadez How did Baroque music vary by region? […]
Spend a fun-filled afternoon at the Museum creating art inspired by our current exhibitions. Enjoy free admission to the Museum and experience our exhibitions with the whole family! This Free […]
Join us in the gallery for an intimate afternoon of spirited conversation as artists Chuck Davis and Ryuijie share insights into Yū-gen: The Language of the Sea. Guest curator Richard […]
An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe, adapted by Robert Mason Directed by Todd Siff on the Morgan Stock Stage Edgar Allan Poe is one of the most influential literary figures […]
Join us for a day of botanical exploration on paper. Working with cuttings of local wild plants, participants will create botanical studies using pencil and color media. We will explore […]
Founded 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 […]
Pre-concert lecture at 6:30 pm. The program includes pieces by Samuel, George and Antonín. Performers Simin Ganatra, violin Austin Hartman, violin Mark Holloway, viola Brandon Vamos, cello About The Ensemble […]
NIGHT FOUR: From Baroque to Now. Featured Composers: Elisabeth Claude Jacquet de la Guerre, Belle Von Zuyllen, and all prior featured composers in series. President & CEO of the Monterey […]
In this workshop we’ll be handcrafting holiday notecards, tags and small artworks for holiday gift giving. Join collage/mixed media artist and papercrafter Lisa Handley who will share plenty of fun […]
Join curator Lydia Nakashima Degarrod, Ph.D., for an exclusive afternoon in the gallery of Under the Guard Tower: The Watercolors of Chikaji Kawakami. Delve into Kawakami’s story as Degarrod highlights […]
The end of the year calls for reflection as we consider what 2025 may hold for us. Join local artist Edi Matsumoto to create a visual representation of your dreams, […]
Having brought the house down at their first two Otter Opry performances, the California Bluegrass Reunion will be back on Tuesday, November 19th at the United Methodist Church to do […]
Calling High School Poets! Join Our Virtual Poetry Meet-Up! Are you a high school student passionate about poetry? Join the Arts Council for Monterey County for a free, Virtual Poetry […]
Join us for Shop Small Saturday on November 30th, 10 AM - 4 PM at #ArtWorksSalinas! ???? Discover unique, one-of-a-kind gifts from talented local artists and artisans like David J. […]
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!
We’re excited to invite you to the upcoming reception for award-winning nature photographer David J. Gubernick’s stunning exhibit, "Macro to Grand Landscapes," on First Friday, December 6th starting at 5:00 […]
Drop by the Museum for a fun-filled afternoon of artmaking within Iluminado—a wondrous interactive art installation. Meet the artists behind our creative installations. Walk through and even add your own […]
Join us for FREE after-hours access to the Museum at this special edition of First Friday, celebrating the opening of our annual holiday program, Iluminado. Kick off the holiday season […]
Join us for an enriching all-ages community art therapy workshop where participants will create Collage Finger Labyrinths for inner reflection. Guided by a Registered Art Therapist from the Ohana Center […]
Join us at the Museum for an exclusive after-hours event filled with local craft beer, food, and beverages, and a performance by local hip-hop, soul, and funk band, The BASSment! […]
