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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2 events,Monterey Symphony Announces 2026-2027 Season at Sunset Center and Love Letter to New York at the Forest Theater Performances at Sunset Center, Carmel, San Carlos and 9th Ave. Carmel/Monterey CA – Monterey Symphony announces its 81st season with two Love Letter to New York performances at the Forest Theater and six concert sets at the […]
$50 – $90
Featured
Come view the incredible work of our participating OSAT artists all in one place! On display from August 3 to October 1, this ongoing gallery show is the perfect hub to experience local art. It is a great opportunity to preview the artwork and plan your studio visits before the tour weekends, or come back […]
Free
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3 events,
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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6 events,
First Friday Salinas is a monthly tradition designed to transform Downtown into a consistent, positive space for community and culture to thrive. Come and enjoy an evening of local art, live entertainment, delicious food, and shops open late. Bring your friends and family to Salinas City Center and discover something new every First Friday of […]
Free
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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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!
Free
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 […]
Free
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3 events,
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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5 events,
Featured
Discover the vibrant creativity of Monterey County at the Open Studios Art Tour 2026! Open Studios Art Tour is a free, self-guided event over two weekends, giving you the chance to visit artists’ studios, explore their creative processes, and even take home a one-of-a-kind piece. Plan your journey easily with our mobile app and printed […]
Free
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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 Walk is the second Saturday every month from 4pm-7pm and is open to the public. Tour artist-owned galleries and meet the artists who carry on […]
Free
Pacific Grove Public Library hosts a monthly reading by poets from Central California and beyond, organized by the Monterey Bay Poetry Consortium. Enjoy all styles of poetry, created fresh by local poets. Sept. 13: Avery Burns and Lee Knight Jr.; Oct. 11: Chrissy Hernandez and Brandi Kary.
Free
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3 events,
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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4 events,
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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he Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History invites the community to save the date for the return of Night Owl, the Museum’s signature after-hours fundraising event. Additional details, including ticket information and programming highlights, will be announced in 2026. Mark your calendar. The night returns. |
3 events,
Discover the vibrant creativity of Monterey County at the Open Studios Art Tour 2026! Open Studios Art Tour is a free, self-guided event over two weekends, giving you the chance to visit artists’ studios, explore their creative processes, and even take home a one-of-a-kind piece. Plan your journey easily with our mobile app and printed […]
Free
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3 events,
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Join us on Wednesdays as we partner with Shea’s Gymnastics Toddlers will learn about the basics of gymnastics through games and movement in this fun and engaging Caregiver & Me program. Recommended for children ages 2-5. Fee: Included with daily admission.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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3 events,
Get crafty with us on Thursday mornings! Art making plays a central role in cognitive, motor, language, and social-emotional development. Enjoy creative exploration and make something fun to take home, too. Recommended for children ages 2 and older. Fee: Included with daily admission. free admission for members.
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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5 events,
First Friday Salinas is a monthly tradition designed to transform Downtown into a consistent, positive space for community and culture to thrive. Come and enjoy an evening of local art, live entertainment, delicious food, and shops open late. Bring your friends and family to Salinas City Center and discover something new every First Friday of […]
Free
Please join our very own local celebrity, Miss Sarah Sunshine from It's Circle Time, every Friday from 10:15 to 11:00 at MY Museum. This educational and fun program will include singing, dancing, stories, and much more. It’s Circle Time is a playful learning space where songs, stories, and meaningful connections come together. Designed for young […]
Included with daily admission, free for members!
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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!
Free
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 […]
Free
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